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Turkish riot police fire tear gas and make arrests at Istanbul gay pride parade
Turkish authorities banned Istanbul's annual pride event this year, and police detained 19 people and fired tear gas at those who attempted to march anyway.
Cops teargas LGBTQ rally in Istanbul after protests over thug attack on Radiohead fans
The two days of protests and violence came as Istanbul's governor announced said that both Trans Pride and next weekend's Gay Pride celebrations will be banned this year, citing security concerns.
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