ISTANBUL, TURKEY – More than 5,000 Turks demonstrated in Istanbul against COVID-19 related rules including vaccinations, tests, masks, and restrictions. It is a response to new government measures and the vaccination push in the country. It was the largest pro-freedom protest Turkey has seen so far. People shouted slogans, held placards, Turkish flags, and sang songs in defense of what they called individual rights, echoing pro-freedom rallies in other countries.
On Monday, the government began requiring proof of vaccination or a negative COVID-19 test for all passengers of intercity planes, buses, and trains, as well as for those attending large events such as concerts or theatre performances. All unvaccinated school employees are required to take a PCR test twice a week. Masks and social distancing are required in public.
“We’re against all these mandates,” said Aynur Buyruk Bilen, attending the government-approved rally in Istanbul’s Maltepe district. “I believe that the COVID-19 vaccines aren’t tested completely and that it is an experimental liquid.”
Bitcoin
Ethereum
Donate Bitcoin to this address
Scan the QR code or copy the address below into your wallet to send some Bitcoin
Donate Ethereum to this address
Scan the QR code or copy the address below into your wallet to send some Ethereum