Tens of thousands take part as growing Occupy Turkey protests continue challenging PM Erdogan
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News about the struggle for democracy in Turkey. Regional turmoil and ongoing repression of the Kurdish minority remain contentious challenges. Occupy Turkey protests challenged the government in 2013. Also take a look at our articles on Occupy Turkey.
Tens of Thousands at Turkish Spring Protests
Massive Turkish Spring protests march under Occupy Turkey banner in major cities across nation
#occupyturkey Protests Draw Thousands to Streets
Can Turkey’s democracy find strength from new civilian protests at #occupyturkey
Occupy Turkey Protests Spread Beyond Capital
Unprecedented Occupy Turkey protests spread mimicking world movement demanding better government
Controversies Raising Concern About Turkey Free Speech
Watchdog warns against rising government action against Turkey free speech bastions like press
Turkey Peace Hope as Kurds Withdraw Militants
Peace between enemies could rearrange Middle East amid Turkey peace hope as Kurds withdraw
Making Headway With Turkey Kurdish Peace Talks
Rebel groups to leave country for Iraq in sign of good relations amid Turkey Kurdish peace talks
Cyprus Charity Concert Draws Tens of Thousands
Cyprus charity concert to raise money for poor takes hold as sign of solidarity in time of economic danger. Democracy alive and well despite crisis
Kurds Call Ceasefire as Crucial Turkey Peace Advances
Crucial Turkey peace advance offers new chance to achieve accord with Kurds in the entire region
Cyprus Ballot Draws Lawsuit From Guinness Record Books
Guinness Book of World Records files suit against Cyprus Ballot for use of logo in elections. Cyprus divisive politics risk setting new embarrassing record