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Police seal off Istanbul square after protests

As news of the raid broke, thousands of people from other parts of Istanbul gathered and were attempting to reach Taksim.

Clashes in Istanbul extend into night in Taksim

Protesters and Turkey's prime minister both refused to back down Tuesday in what could become the final battle for Istanbul's Taksim Square, the symbol of nationwide grievances against his...

Turkey premier to meet with Istanbul protesters

Associated Press writer Elena Becatoros in Istanbul contributed to this report.

Istanbul soccer fans united by anti-govt protests

Police in Ankara again removed tents from a small park where protesters have gathered to show of support for the Istanbul protesters.

Turkish PM changes park plans, Istanbul protests likely to continue

Turkish PM changes park plans, Istanbul protests likely to continue

A glance at the Taksim protesters in Istanbul

"THE LAWYERBurak Sofuoglu, 30, practices international law and travels the world from his base in Istanbul.

Istanbul 2020 bidders remain confident of support

"Despite these recent events, all sections of Turkey remain united in our dream to host our nation's first ever Olympic and Paralympic Games in 2020," Istanbul 2020 said in a statement.

AP PHOTOS: Images of massive protest in Istanbul

Demonstrations across Turkey were ignited by a violent police crackdown on a peaceful sit-in to prevent the uprooting of trees at Istanbul's Taksim Square.

Turkey protests over plan to build in Istanbul park reveal deep anger at Erdogan

Demonstrations ran the entire day Friday throughout central Istanbul and continued until 5 a.m. Saturday, as police chased young protesters and fired tear gas at them throughout the night.

Japan's PM would applaud Istanbul 2020 win

Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe says he would be "the first to applaud" if Istanbul is chosen to host the 2020 Olympics.

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SINCAN, Turkey: Turkish PM rails at 'plot' behind Istanbul protest

Erdogan has previously said that Saturday's rally and another planned Sunday in Istanbul were...

ANKARA, Turkey: Turkish gov't open to referendum to end protests

the demonstrating lawyers shouted in rhythm as they marched out of an Istanbul courthouse.

ISTANBUL: Police crush barricades in Istanbul square

ISTANBUL -- Hundreds of riot police overran improvised barricades at Istanbul's Taksim Square on...

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The Standing Man

He stood silent and staring in Istanbul's Taksim Square for hours, as hundreds of fellow...

Turkey Erdogan's SS Police reportedly raid homes, arrest suspected protesters

Turkey's NTV television said the raids in Ankara and Istanbul were targeting left-wing groups.

In Turkey, a New Form of Protest: Standing Silently for Hours

Gunduz began his protest Tuesday alone in Istanbul, going unnoticed for several hours.

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Iraqi Kurdistan gives Turkish company six oil exploration blocks

A Turkish Energy Ministry official declined to comment on the report published by Istanbul-based...

The sound of silence in Turkey

June 18 - A lone, silent vigil by a man in Istanbul inspires copycat protests, as police detain...

Dozens held in Turkey, silent protester goes viral

But in stark contrast to the recent fierce clashes in several cities, dozens of protesters...