Turkish court sentences pro-Kurdish politicians for 2014 riots
Turkish court sentences pro-Kurdish politicians to prison for 2014 riots over perceived government inaction against ISIS, sparking criticism and protests.
Key Points
- Several pro-Kurdish politicians sentenced to prison for 2014 riots
- Critics claim trial is politically motivated
- Protests and criticism follow the verdicts
Pros
- Justice served for victims of the 2014 riots
- Sending a message against political violence
Cons
- Criticism of the trial being politically motivated
- Perceived crackdown on the pro-Kurdish party