Is Turkey at a turning point? The death this week of 15 year-old Berkin Elvan, has made a huge impact in Turkey. He never regained consciousness after being injured by a tear gas canister during anti-government protests nine months ago. Thousands of people have taken to the streets in cities across Turkey, complaining not just of the governments security methods but also of its alleged corruption. Im Owen Bennett-Jones and on Newshour well have the latest from Turkey and more on why this boys death has become a focal point for unhappiness.
Posted on: Wed, 12 Mar 2014 12:02:23 +0000
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