Gezi Park

I was tear-gassed near Taksim Square

In the violence and chaos of the demonstrations, my fellow protestors helped restore my faith in humanity

Belén Fernández, Jacobin Thursday, Jun 20, 2013 6:06 PM UTC
Life Jacobin, Turkey, Gezi Park

These images remind us of the human element of conflict -- and paint a portrait of a divided but beautiful country SLIDE SHOW

Colin Shafer Tuesday, Jun 18, 2013 6:21 PM UTC
Politics slideshow, Turkey, istanbul

Laborers went on strike Monday, leading rallies across the country

Nebi Qena and Jamey Keaten, Associated Press Tuesday, Jun 18, 2013 12:49 PM UTC
News Associated Press, Turkey

Despite a deadly crackdown, "the resistance" remains strong across Turkey as protesters continue to hold Gezi Park

Ali Bektas Friday, Jun 14, 2013 11:20 PM UTC
Politics Turkey, Gezi Park, Taksim Square

Watch how police trap protesters in the park, and fire at crowds, buildings and emergency vehicles SLIDE SHOW

Brian Felsen Friday, Jun 14, 2013 4:29 PM UTC
Politics slideshow, Turkey, istanbul

How a Reuters photo caption managed to marginalize the Gezi Park protests, limit their impact and miss the point

Izzy Finkel Wednesday, Jun 5, 2013 5:11 PM UTC
All Salon trees, Turkey, Tayyip Erdogan