225 Activists Arrested in Turkey Ahead of NATO Summit
DW World1 min read89 words
Ankara is preparing for the upcoming NATO summit with a firm stance against public demonstrations. Authorities have imposed a strict ban on gatherings in the capital, citing security concerns ahead of the high‑profile meeting of alliance leaders.
Since the ban was announced, police have detained 225 activists who attempted to organize protests, according to official statements. The arrests underscore the government’s determination to maintain order during the summit, while human‑rights groups have called for the release of those detained and for the right to peaceful assembly to be respected.
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