Political Turmoil Threatens Turkey's Government, Economy

Turkey's government has been hit with a corruption scandal that appears to be part of a political rivalry. The scandal has brought protesters to the streets of Istanbul, demanding the prime minister's resignation. Many Turks have become increasingly angry in recent years over what they see as excessive moves toward Islamization. The alleged corruption rekindled their activism, last seen in a series of protests during the summer. This time, the protests were triggered by...

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