Turkish riot police fired teargas and water cannon to break up a protest in Izmir on Tuesday, following the ousting of opposition leader Özgür Özel. The protest was addressed by Özel himself, who was dismissed from office just days earlier.
The move has sparked widespread unrest in Turkey, with protests and demonstrations taking place across the country. The CHP, the main opposition party, has condemned the decision, saying it is a 'clear attempt to suppress democracy.'
Riot police in Turkey have been accused of using excessive force in recent weeks, with several high-profile incidents of police brutality reported. The latest incident saw police batter their way into the CHP's headquarters in Ankara, firing teargas and baton rounds at protesters.
Özel's dismissal was announced on Saturday, with a court ruling that he was no longer fit to hold office. The decision has been met with widespread condemnation from opposition parties, who claim it is a 'clear attempt to suppress democracy.'
The situation in Turkey is becoming increasingly volatile, with protests and demonstrations taking place across the country. The UK government has called for 'restraint' from the Turkish authorities, saying they are 'concerned' about the situation.