Police in Istanbul used pepper spray, plastic pellets, and water cannon against protesters following the arrest of Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, a rival to President Erdogan, on corruption and terrorism charges. Nearly 1,900 people have been arrested in the eight days of protests, with violence erupting as police attempted to disperse the largely peaceful demonstrations. Imamoglu’s detention is seen as politically motivated, sparking outrage over Turkey’s democratic decline and economic woes.
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At least three killed in landslide, heavy rains in northern Pakistan | Climate Crisis News
Floods in Gilgit-Baltistan’s Diamer district have damaged dozens of houses, amenities and blocked major highways.A landslide in northern Pakistan, triggered by torrential monsoon rains, has resulted in at least three deaths and left 15 people missing, while floods have destroyed homes and infrastructure in Gilgit-Baltistan. Nationwide, monsoon-related incidents have claimed 221 lives since late June, with ongoing risks of heavy rains and flash floods exacerbating the situation. Want More Context? 🔎
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