Turkey: Pensioner protest scheduled in Istanbul May 26

Event

A protest over retirement and pension policies is scheduled in the Yenikapi area of Istanbul on Sunday, May 26, from 12:00 to 15:00 (local time). Activists expect around 2 million people to participate in the demonstration. Localized disruptions, including increased congestion, crowded public transportation conditions, and a heightened security presence, are likely during and after the protest.

Advice

Individuals in Istanbul are advised to monitor the situation, avoid the area of the protest as a precaution, and anticipate localized disruptions.