https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/police-detain-dozens-at-an-istanbul-courthouse-protest-over-lgbtq-crackdownContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/police-detain-dozens-at-an-istanbul-courthouse-protest-over-lgbtq-crackdownhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/police-detain-dozens-at-an-istanbul-courthouse-protest-over-lgbtq-crackdown#u72766Thu, 17 Sep 2026 12:05:21 +0000Turkish authorities have detained dozens of protesters outside an Istanbul courthouse amid a sweeping nationwide crackdown targeting LGBTQ+ individuals, activists, and HIV support groups. Police deployed tear gas to disperse pro-LGBTQ demonstrators who gathered to protest the recent wave of arrests. Nationwide, security forces have conducted raids on gay bars, homes, and organizations, resulting in dozens of detentions and at least 62 people jailed pending trial. The European Union has expressed concern over the anti-LGBTQ raids, while authorities have also initiated legal moves to close speci