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People smugglers prepare for wave of Turkish migrants amid political crisis

Turkey is experiencing political instability that is also affecting its economy, leading people to seek help from smugglers to leave, particularly due to the recent fall of the Turkish lira and halted stock trading, as reported by the Telegraph.
Mass protests erupted after Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu was arrested on corruption charges, prompting police to respond with force, including tear gas and rubber bullets.
Erdogan's crackdown on opposition figures is raising concerns over democracy in Turkey, with opposing politicians urging continued protests, according to comments from Soner Cagaptay.
A Turkish smuggler stated that Turks fleeing can use protest images as proof of political persecution when crossing into Europe and the UK.

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People smugglers prepare for migrants fleeing Turkey to Europe amid protests

PEOPLE smugglers are preparing for a wave of Turkish migrants to flood into Europe after strongman President Recep Erdogan’s main rival was jailed. The largest protests in a decade are now rocking Turkey after the mayor of Istanbul Ekrem Imamoglu was detained on Wednesday and charged with corruption. ReutersProtesters demand Ekrem Imamoglu freed following his arrest[/caption] ReutersA police officer uses crowd control spray to disperse protester…

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People smugglers prepare for wave of Turkish migrants amid political crisis

Corruption charges against Erdogan rival fuel political turmoil that could provoke exodus to UK and Europe

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Turkey’s long-standing ambition to join the European Union (EU) has been a contentious issue for decades. Despite formally applying for membership in 1987 and starting accession negotiations in 2005, progress has stalled due to political disagreements, human rights concerns, and shifting geopolitical priorities. However, as Europe faces new economic and security challenges, there is a […]

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