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politics2 years ago•7 min saved

Turkey's Journey from a Secular State to a Quiet 100-Year Celebration

Turkey celebrated 100 years since the birth of the modern republic, but today's nation is far from the secular state envisioned by its founder, Mustafa Kemal Ataturk. President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has ushered in a new century that reflects his own image, embracing conservative roots and lifting restrictions on the Islamic headscarf. The country has seen a shift towards a more religious and nationalist identity under Erdogan's leadership, causing deep divisions in Turkish society. Despite this, Turkey has gained influence on the world stage and continues to play a crucial role in international affairs.

via CNN|

#mustafa-kemal-ataturk #politics #recep-tayyip-erdogan

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

Protesters infiltrate Buckingham Palace in anti-monarchy demonstration

Anti-monarchy campaigners staged a protest inside Buckingham Palace, standing in the Grand Hall wearing T-shirts that spelled out "Not My King." The protest, organized by Britain's largest anti-monarchist group, Republic, aimed to push forward the debate about the future of the monarchy. Six activists were briefly detained by security before being escorted out. The group plans to continue protesting against the monarchy, with the next protest scheduled for the state opening of parliament on November 7.

via CNN|

#anti-monarchy #buckingham-palace #king-charles-iii

royal-news2 years ago•2 min saved

Prince William's Controversial Homelessness Initiative Sparks Backlash

Prince William's homelessness initiative, Homewards, is facing criticism from the anti-monarchy group Republic, who label it as "performative" and argue that homelessness is a political issue requiring a government response. The group accuses the royals of spending excessive amounts on themselves and calls the initiative hypocritical. Some experts suggest that William's philanthropy is a way to stay relevant and address the monarchy's unrelatability. Despite the criticism, William remains confident in his plan and sees the next five years as crucial to its success.

via Yahoo Entertainment|

#criticism #homelessness #homewards

politics2 years ago•3 min saved

Mass Arrests at King Charles' Coronation as Protests Escalate

Police arrested 52 people, including the leader of anti-monarchy group Republic, during King Charles's coronation procession in London. Republic had vowed to mount the biggest protest against a British monarch in modern history, with protesters holding up signs saying "Not My King" and "Abolish the monarchy, feed the people." Police said they had acted because they believed protesters would seek to deface public monuments with paint and disrupt "official movements." The majority of the anti-monarchy protesters had congregated in Trafalgar Square, and polls suggest support for the monarchy is declining and is weakest among young people.

via Reuters UK|

#arrests #king-charles #monarchy

politics2 years ago•4 min saved

Protesters detained and arrested during UK coronation events.

Thousands of protesters gathered in London to protest against the monarchy on the day of King Charles III's coronation. At least seven people were detained by police on suspicion of breaching the peace. The anti-monarchy group Republic's leader, Graham Smith, was reportedly among those detained. The group's goal is to abolish the monarchy and replace it with an elected head of state. Polls show that Charles is less popular than his mother, sister, son, and daughter-in-law. Experts say that the monarchy's relevance is also at stake, particularly among young people, and family scandals have not helped matters.

via The Washington Post|

#king-charles-iii #london #monarchy

politics2 years ago•1 min saved

Anti-Monarchy Group Leader Arrested at Coronation Protest in London

British police arrested Graham Smith, leader of anti-monarchy group Republic, and several others ahead of King Charles' coronation on Saturday. Police warned of "very low tolerance for disruption" and have over 11,000 officers on patrol in central London. Republic said five of its supporters were arrested and hundreds of its placards seized. Police arrested four people on suspicion of causing a public nuisance and three people on suspicion of possessing articles to cause criminal damage.

via Reuters UK|

#arrests #british-monarchy #coronation

politics2 years ago•4 min saved

The Controversial Coronation of King Charles III: Protests and Backlash.

Protesters from the UK's biggest anti-monarchy group, Republic, are set to line the coronation procession route through central London, calling for the abolition of the monarchy and the introduction of a democratic alternative, with thousands expected to take part. The campaign group has made no secret of its opposition to Charles' ascension to the throne, branding it an "affront to democracy." Ben Clinton, the communications officer for Republic, believes the U.K. is being held back by maintaining a royal family, and that having a monarchy on the world stage is an archaic and out-of-date attraction.

via Newsweek|

#democracy #monarchy #politics

politics2 years ago•4 min saved

Protest Planned Against King Charles III's Controversial Coronation Law.

Anti-monarchists are expected to protest King Charles III's coronation in London on Saturday, despite warnings from authorities and a controversial new law. The Public Order Bill, which came into effect on Wednesday, imposes new criminal offenses to prevent disruption, including 12 months behind bars for protesters who interfere with "key national infrastructure." The anti-monarchy protest movement has gained fresh momentum in Britain since Queen Elizabeth II's death and Charles' ascension, with Republic, a London-based campaign group advocating to replace the British monarchy with an elected head of state, planning to protest in Trafalgar Square and along the procession route on Saturday as planned.

via ABC News|

#anti-monarchists #king-charles-iii #politics

world2 years ago•3 min saved

Mixed Reactions Surround King Charles' Coronation.

As King Charles III's coronation approaches, a recent poll shows that almost half of the 15 Commonwealth countries that have Charles as their head of state support the idea of becoming republic nations. While England seems to be firmly supporting the status quo, six nations voted in favor of ditching the monarchy. The main Republic group in the UK plans to protest on Trafalgar Square and along the route of the procession on Saturday. Australia's Prime Minister has made it known that he is in favor of the country becoming a republic and has not ruled out holding a referendum on the matter in the future.

via GMA|

#commonwealth #king-charles-iii #monarchy

politics2 years ago•7 min saved

"Protestors Warn of Growing Apathy Towards King Charles and Royal Family"

King Charles is facing increased anti-monarchy protests from the group Republic, with signs reading "Not My King." Experts believe the monarch needs a new strategy quickly before his coronation, as the crown has been dented and tarnished by decades of scandal and controversy. Republic plans to protest the coronation on May 6, calling for the monarchy to be abolished and replaced with an elected, democratic head of state. While it is unlikely that Charles will acknowledge the hecklers, he can't ignore the larger conversations taking place within the Commonwealth realms. The younger royals still play a vital role in shoring up the monarchy's popularity, and that's why it's such a pity that Prince Harry, Meghan Markle and their young family are no longer part of the equation.

via Fox News|

#anti-monarchy-protests #commonwealth #king-charles