Turkish Police Detain Over 500 During May Day Protests in Istanbul
Turkish authorities detained at least 575 demonstrators during May Day protests in Istanbul. Police used water cannons and pepper spray to disperse crowds attempting to breach security blockades to march on the restricted Taksim Square.
Date: May 1, 2026
Location: Istanbul, Turkey
Conflict: None
Category: protest
Severity: HIGH
Source: Associated Press / The Washington Post