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Is Erdoğan’s crackdown backfiring?

The Foreign Desk

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Resurgence of Dissent in Turkey

This chapter explores the recent protests in Istanbul, drawing parallels with the 2013 Gezi Park protests. It highlights the discontent emerging from political repression and economic hardship, amplified by the arrest of an opposition leader. The discussion emphasizes the diverse nature of the protests and the harsh police response, indicating a notable shift in Turkey's political atmosphere.

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