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Turkey Appoints Trustees to HDP Municipalities

Turkish government appoints trustees to HDP-governed municipalities, triggering protests and condemnation.

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Halkların Demokrasi Partisi (Hdp)Turkish GovernmentMardin MunicipalityBatman MunicipalityHalfeti Municipality

Ahmet TürkGülistan SönükMehmet KarayılanTuncay AkkoyunEkrem Canalp

What were the stated reasons for the removal of the mayors?: The stated reasons for the dismissals varied; Ahmet Türk of Mardin was cited for a past conviction, while the reasons for the others were less clear, sparking protests and accusations of political interference.
How did citizens and the HDP react to the trustee appointments?: Protests and clashes between citizens and police occurred outside the affected municipalities following the appointments. The HDP condemned the actions, describing them as an attack on democracy and the will of the people.
What restrictions were imposed in Mardin following the appointments?: The Mardin governorate banned public gatherings, including protests, for ten days following the trustee appointments, citing concerns about public order and potential unrest.
Which municipalities in Turkey had their mayors replaced by trustees?: The Turkish government appointed trustees to the municipalities of Mardin, Batman, and Halfeti, all governed by the Halkların Demokrasi Partisi (HDP). This action followed the arrests of the elected mayors.
What were the responses from the HDP and the opposition to the government's actions?: The HDP issued a statement condemning the actions of the government, vowing to continue their struggle for democracy. Opposition parties also condemned the actions and raised concerns about the government's motives.

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