Turkey's CHP Seeks Annulment of Controversial Animal Protection Law

Turkey's main opposition Republican People's Party (CHP) applied to the Constitutional Court to annul a new animal protection law. Critics argue the law leads to euthanizing many stray dogs. Despite the law’s aim to address concerns such as attacks and rabies, it has sparked public protests and criticism.

Turkey's opposition Republican People's Party (CHP) has formally requested that the Constitutional Court annul a contentious animal protection law that critics say will result in the euthanization of many stray dogs.

The law, passed last month by Turkey's parliament, mandates rounding up millions of stray dogs into shelters. The CHP has stated that municipalities under its control would not implement the law and urged the court to halt its enforcement.

Citizens have staged protests against the law, highlighting widespread opposition. Despite the government's claims that the law addresses attacks and rabies, public sentiment remains largely against euthanization.

(With inputs from agencies.)