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Turkey Holds NATO Summit Amid Crackdown on Dissent

Turkey prepared to host a NATO summit spanning two days. The summit attracted leaders from member states. In the weeks preceding the event, authorities took Turkey prepared to host a NATO summit spanning two days. The summit attracted

leaders from member states. In the weeks preceding the event, authorities took decisive actions. They blocked numerous websites across the country. Scores of individuals were jailed on terrorism allegations. A prominent comedian was

arrested during the crackdown. Human‑rights groups criticized the suppression of free speech. Observers warned the actions could tarnish Turkey's international image. The government defended the measures as security‑related. The summit

proceeds amid heightened scrutiny of Turkey's policies.

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