Turkish police raid opposition party HQ, fire tear gas at supporters
Turkish police raided the headquarters of the opposition Republican People's Party (CHP) in Ankara, using tear gas and rubber bullets against supporters. This action followed a court ruling that removed the party's leadership, escalating tensions between the government and opposition. Critics argue that these measures are part of a broader effort to suppress political dissent in Turkey.
- ▪Police stormed the CHP headquarters, ending a three-day standoff.
- ▪Ozgur Ozel, the party's elected chairperson, was among those inside the building during the raid.
- ▪The court ruling that led to the raid was seen as politically motivated by opposition members.
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Turkish police raid opposition party HQ, fire tear gas at supportersTopic:World PoliticsMon 25 May 2026 at 4:59amMon 25 May 2026 at 4:59amMon 25 May 2026 at 4:59amPolice were seen entering the opposition Republican People's Party (CHP) headquarters in Ankara on Sunday, local time. (Ugur Yildirim/DIA Photo via AP)In short:Turkish police have raided the headquarters of the country's main opposition party, CHP, firing tear gas and rubber bullets at supporters and party members.It ended a three-day stand-off after a court ordered the CHP's leadership be replaced.Critics of the administration of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan say the courts and police are attempting to stifle political opposition.abc.net.au/news/turkiye-opposition-hq-raided/106716688Link copiedShareShare articlePolice have…
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