Solidarity vigil held at Çankaya Municipality; support message for Hüseyin Can Güner
Translated from Turkish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- Hundreds gathered outside the Çankaya Municipality in solidarity after the detention of Mayor Hüseyin Can Güner and staff.
- Protesters are maintaining a vigil, calling for the rule of law and democracy.
- Politicians, union representatives, and NGOs have visited the solidarity tent, emphasizing adherence to universal legal principles.
Hundreds of citizens gathered outside the Çankaya Municipality, holding a solidarity vigil following the detention of Mayor Hüseyin Can Güner and municipal personnel. The protesters are maintaining their watch in a solidarity tent, asserting their commitment to the rule of law and democracy. Chants of "justice," "law," and "democracy" echoed as citizens, who have remained at the municipality since the previous day, conveyed their messages of solidarity. The tent saw significant participation throughout the day.
Lawmakers, representatives from political parties, trade unions, and non-governmental organizations have visited the solidarity vigil. During their visits, they emphasized the need to adhere to universal legal principles concerning the detention process. Messages of support were extended to the Çankaya Municipality staff and Mayor Hüseyin Can Güner.
Originally published by Cumhuriyet in Turkish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.