Hundreds in Istanbul have signed petitions opposing President Tayyip Erdogan's proposed Kanal Istanbul project, citing environmental concerns. The 45-km canal aims to connect the Black Sea to the Marmara Sea, easing traffic on the Bosphorus strait. Critics argue the environmental impact report is insufficient and fear the project will harm Istanbul's water supply. Despite public opposition, Erdogan insists the construction will proceed. The Union of Chambers of Turkish Engineers and Architects has also voiced opposition, noting significant public resistance.

Hundreds in Istanbul have signed petitions opposing President Tayyip Erdogan's proposed Kanal Istanbul project, citing potential environmental damage. The 45-km canal aims to connect the Black Sea to the Marmara Sea, easing traffic on the Bosphorus strait. Opposition lawmakers and ecologists argue that the environmental impact report is insufficient. Despite public opposition, Erdogan insists the project will proceed. The Union of Chambers of Turkish Engineers and Architects highlights significant public resistance during the objection process.

The bar associations of the UK and Ireland have condemned China's sanctions on Essex Court Chambers, calling them an indiscriminate attack on legal professionals and a threat to the rule of law. The sanctions were imposed after a legal opinion by Essex Court Chambers' tenants on alleged crimes in Xinjiang. The associations urge China to review the sanctions and call on other bar associations to speak out. The International Bar Association and Hong Kong Bar Association have also criticized the sanctions, emphasizing the importance of the rule of law and international legal order.

Hundreds in Istanbul have signed petitions opposing President Tayyip Erdogan's Kanal Istanbul project, citing environmental concerns. The 45-km canal aims to connect the Black Sea and the Marmara Sea, easing traffic on the Bosphorus strait. Critics argue the environmental impact report is insufficient, urging public objections. Despite opposition, Erdogan insists on proceeding with the project. The Union of Chambers of Turkish Engineers and Architects notes significant public resistance.

In Istanbul, hundreds have signed petitions against the Kanal Istanbul project, which President Erdogan supports for reducing traffic on the Bosphorus strait. Critics, including opposition lawmakers and ecologists, argue the environmental impact report is insufficient and the project could have detrimental effects, such as on the city's water supply. Despite opposition, Erdogan insists on proceeding with the project. The Union of Chambers of Turkish Engineers and Architects notes significant public opposition during the objection process.

In Istanbul, hundreds have signed petitions against the Kanal Istanbul project, a 45-km canal proposed by President Erdogan to connect the Black Sea and the Marmara Sea. Critics, including opposition lawmakers and ecologists, argue the environmental impact report is insufficient and the project could cause significant environmental damage. Citizens, fearing effects on water supply and the city's future, have queued to file objections. Erdogan insists on proceeding despite opposition, while the Union of Chambers of Turkish Engineers and Architects notes widespread public resistance.

In Istanbul, hundreds have signed petitions against the Kanal Istanbul, a canal project endorsed by President Tayyip Erdogan, due to environmental concerns. The 45-km canal aims to connect the Black Sea with the Marmara Sea, purportedly to reduce traffic on the Bosphorus strait. Critics, including opposition lawmakers and ecologists, argue that the environmental impact report is insufficient. Citizens, such as computer technician Ahmet Kara and former college instructor Gulcan Erdogan Boyraz, have voiced their opposition, fearing negative effects on water supply and the city's future. Despite the backlash, Erdogan insists on proceeding with the project. The Union of Chambers of Turkish Engineers and Architects anticipates the environmental report's approval and the subsequent tender, while acknowledging widespread public opposition.

Hundreds in Istanbul have signed petitions against President Tayyip Erdogan's proposed Kanal Istanbul project, citing environmental concerns. The 45-km canal aims to connect the Black Sea to the Marmara Sea, easing traffic on the Bosphorus strait. Opposition lawmakers and ecologists argue that the environmental impact report is insufficient. Despite public opposition, Erdogan insists the project will proceed. The Union of Chambers of Turkish Engineers and Architects also opposes the project, noting significant public resistance.