Why are there protests in Turkey?

Subsequently, supporting protests and strikes took place across Turkey, protesting against a wide range of concerns at the core of which were issues of freedom of the press, of expression and of assembly, as well as the alleged political Islamist government’s erosion of Turkey’s secularism.

What happened during the event Bloody Sunday in Istanbul?

Around four pm, finally, the clash occurred at the Taksim Square and turned the streets into a battlefield. Batons and knives were pulled, Molotov cocktails were hurled. The day resulted in the death of two leftist people and numerous injured.

What human rights are being violated in Turkey?

The Kurdish–Turkish conflict has caused numerous human rights violations over the years. There is an ongoing debate in the country on the right to life, torture, freedom of expression as well as freedoms of religion, assembly and association.

What country changed its name to Turkey?

Turkey to Turkiye Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has recently announced tweaking the country’s internationally recognised name to Turkiye. He added that this decision, going forward, will be impacting how public and foreign nations address the country.

Where is Hurriyet?

Hürriyet

First issue, dated 1 May 1948
City	İstanbul
Country	Turkey
Circulation	319,273 (8 January 2018 – 14 January 2018)
Website	www.hurriyet.com.tr

Is Turkey a corrupt country?

Since the current scale was introduced in 2012, Turkey’s score has fallen from its highest score of 50 (2013) to its lowest, current score of 38 (2021). When the 180 countries in the Index were ranked by their score (with the country perceived to be most honest ranked 1), Turkey ranked 96 in 2021.

Is Netflix blocked in Turkey?

Netflix US is blocked in Turkey Due to regional limitations and censorship which is prevalent in the country, many of the most popular TV shows and movies that are available to Netflix users in the US, are not accessible from Turkey.

What does Turkey mean in Turkish?

The word “turkey” does not have a meaning in Turkish. The name of the bird, which is called “turkey” in English, is “Hindi” in Turkish. On the other hand, the name of the country which is located in Anatolia and Thrace is “Türkiye” in Turkish.

What happens when someone dies in Turkey?

The family holds the burial during namaz or noon-time prayer. The grave is already pre-dug, and the coffin lies with the right side facing Mecca. Some families choose a natural burial, covering the body in a white shroud without a coffin. Finally, there are superstitions followed after the funeral.

Which countries visit Turkey the most?

Foreign visitor arrivals

Rank	Country	2018
1	Russia	5,964,631
2	Germany	4,512,360
3	Bulgaria	2,386,885
4	United Kingdom	2,254,871