Turkey Bans Protests Across Many Provinces Ahead Of Major NATO Summit

Turkey has imposed a broad ban on protests across numerous provinces in the lead-up to a significant NATO summit, citing national security concerns. This move has drawn sharp criticism from rights groups and has resulted in the arrest of hundreds of individuals in a widespread crackdown. The Ankara Governorate's decision to halt all public assemblies for 13 days underscores the government's heightened security measures for the summit. This action not only raises questions about the balance between security and civil liberties but also casts a shadow over the international event's proceedings.