Brutal fistfight breaks out in Turkey's parliament
A massive brawl broke out in Turkey's parliament recently after a legislator accused the President of disrespecting Turkish soldiers who died in Syria. Parliamentarians jumped on top of tables and dozens of punches were thrown. Around 59 Turkish soldiers have died in Syria so far, although the government is trying to arrange a ceasefire.
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