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Clashes in Turkey Amid Kurdish Festivities

Description:Kurds clash with police in eastern Turkey on Sunday amid Newroz celebrations, which authorities said are only permitted on the 21 of March. The clashes broke out when Kurdish demonstrations insisted on taking part in early celebrations for the traditional Kurdish New Year. Police fired water cannon and tear gas, while demonstrations retaliated by hurling stones. (1:26)

Source: Reuters

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