Turkey police disperse pro-LGBTQ protesters with tear gas

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What happened

Turkish police fired tear gas at pro-LGBTQ demonstrators in the western city of Izmir on Monday, as activists protested a nationwide crackdown that saw dozens arrested over the weekend in a campaign authorities described as defending traditional family values.

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  • Reported by France 24 and published Mon, 14 Sep 2026 19:54:47 UTC.

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