Turkey: Miners on Hunger Strike Clash With Police in Ankara, Union Leaders Detained.

Ankara, Türkiye - April 27, 2026 A hunger strike by coal miners demanding months of unpaid wages entered its second week on Monday, April 27, in Ankara, Turkey. Police fired tear gas and pepper spray to block workers from marching to the Energy Ministry from Kurtuluş Park, detaining union leaders during the crackdown. RESTRICTIONS AND USAGE TERMS: Please credit “@tanteroze via Spectee”. Video Location: Kurtuluş Park, Kızılay, Çankaya, Ankara, Turkey Video Recording Date/Time: April 27, 2026 at 13:00h