Turkish police arrest more than 500 people at May Day rallies
Turkish police arrested over 500 people during May Day demonstrations in Istanbul and other cities, particularly targeting those attempting to march to Taksim Square, which has been off-limits for protests since 2013. Authorities deployed heavy security across major urban centers, using tear gas and water cannons to disperse crowds that breached barricades. Despite restrictions, authorized rallies proceeded in several districts and cities, while labor groups and political figures criticized the limitations on public assembly.
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Turkish police arrest more than 500 people at May Day rallies5 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleEmily McGarveyReutersTurkish police have reportedly arrested more than 500 people and fired tear gas at May Day demonstrations in Istanbul.Many of those arrested were trying to march to Taksim Square, which has seen a number of anti-government protests in the past.The square, where demonstrations have been banned since 2013, was sealed off by police overnight.Turkey sees significant police deployments on 1 May each year, when marches led by workers and unions are held as part of International Labour Day celebrations in many countries.The CHD lawyers' group, which was at the rallies, said there had been more than 500 arrests.
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