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Investigation launched into nearly 5,000 teachers in Turkey's southeast

An investigation has been launched into 4,900 teachers who participated in a work stoppage action in December 2015 in the southeastern province of Diyarbak?r, where clashes between the outlawed Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) and Turkish security forces have continued for months. 

Ankara Bombing death toll rises to 102: Chief Public Prosecutor's Office

The death toll in the twin suicide bombing in Ankara on Oct. 10 increased to 102, the Ankara Chief Public Prosecutor?s Office announced on Oct. 16, adding that 13 people allegedly linked to the attack were in custody.

All but one of the victims have been identified, and the suspects are being interrogated, according to a written statementby the prosecutors.