Turkey: Students protesting at Bogazici University in Istanbul Oct. 7

Event

Students are currently protesting at Bogazici University in Istanbul against the detention of two participants at a previous demonstration denouncing the appointment of a new university rector. Attendance is in the hundreds. Clashes between police and participants, and journalists on-site to cover the event, have been reported.

Authorities have deployed a heavy security force presence to monitor the action; police with riot shields are reportedly stopping individuals from leaving university premises. Localized transport disruptions are likely in the surrounding area.

Advice

Avoid the protest as a routine security precaution and to mitigate associated disruptions. Heed instructions from security services.