NATO Summit Sparks Mass Protests and Detentions | Spokane News

As NATO leaders prepare to gather in Ankara for a high-stakes summit, Turkish authorities detained over 100 people during a TKP-led anti-NATO protest in the capital. Security has been ramped up across the city, with demonstrations banned and major areas cordoned off. Protesters chanted “Murderer NATO, get out of country” as police used tear gas to disperse crowds. Meanwhile, peaceful rallies in Istanbul drew no violence despite heavy police presence. The TKP’s Secretary General vowed nationwide resistance against NATO, calling for Ankara to speak out. The government remains silent on the detentions, which follow last month’s anti-terror raids that swept up 200+ individuals—including journalists and academics. Opposition leaders from DEM and CHP condemned the crackdown, warning the summit is being weaponized to silence dissent and turn Turkey into a de facto detention center. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/216fd9cb3fc546bb