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Demolition of Illegal Building in İzmir Blocked

Demolition of an illegal building belonging to the İsmailağa Cemaati in İzmir, Turkey was repeatedly delayed due to lack of security and intervention by relevant authorities.

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İsmailağa CemaatiKarabağlar BelediyesiKarabağlar Municipalityİzmir Büyükşehir BelediyesiTurkish Police

Helil Kınay

Why was the demolition prevented?: Despite multiple attempts, including one on June 28th which was met with resistance, the demolition was postponed because of the absence of security measures and the presence of unidentified individuals blocking access.
What is the current status of the situation?: Kınay criticized the relevant institutions for their inaction and emphasized that the municipality would continue its efforts to enforce the law, pending appropriate security measures.
What is the main event described in the news?: The demolition of an illegal building belonging to the İsmailağa Cemaati in İzmir, Turkey, was prevented due to the lack of police protection and a postponement order from the governor's office.
What actions did the Karabağlar Municipality take to address the issue?: Karabağlar Mayor Helil Kınay stated that the municipality had fulfilled all legal procedures but that the lack of police support prevented the demolition.
What was the planned purpose of the land where the building was constructed?: The building, which was designated as a children's playground in the city plan, had been repeatedly fined and ordered for demolition by the Karabağlar Municipality.

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