Location:  Beyoglu and Kadikoy Districts in Istanbul

Event: According to media reports,  LGBTQI+ groups in Istanbul will demonstrate in honor of Pride month on Sunday, June 26 in the Beyoglu and Kadikoy districts.  ​Authorities have deemed this demonstration illegal. U.S. citizens should avoid protests and demonstrations, which may become unpredictable and could become violent.

Actions to take:

• Avoid areas around protests and demonstrations.
• Avoid crowds.
• Keep a low profile.
• Be aware of your surroundings.
• Monitor local media for updates.
• Refer to our website for the latest Alerts and Messages for U.S. citizens.

Assistance:   

U.S. Embassy (Ankara, Turkey)  

110 Ataturk Boulevard
Kavaklidere, 06100
Ankara, Turkey
+(90)-312-455-5555
Ankara-ACS@state.gov
https://tr.usembassy.gov/

U.S. Consulate General (Istanbul, Turkey)  

Poligon Mahallesi, Sariyer Caddesi No: 75
İstinye 34460 Sariyer- Istanbul / Turkey
+90-212-335-9000
ACS_Istanbul@state.gov

https://tr.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/Istanbul/

U.S. Consulate (Adana, Turkey) 

Girne Bulvari No:212 Guzelevler Mah.

Yuregir, Adana – TÜRKİYE
Tel: +90-322-455-4100
CA-Adana@state.gov
https://tr.usembassy.gov/embassy-consulates/Adana/

U.S. Consular Agency (Izmir, Turkey)  

Izmir@state.gov

State Department – Consular Affairs   

1-888-407-4747 or 1-202-501-4444

By U.S. Mission Turkey | 24 June, 2022 | Topics: Alert