"Thousands in Istanbul rally in support of Tekel workers
Istanbul remains relatively unscathed as a de facto general strike is held nationwide. There are no major disruptions to services in the mega-city and its main airport continues operations without a hitch. Police and protesters have a brief skirmish in central Istanbul after strikers attempt to block traffic"
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