In response to the recent incident where Turkish troops were fired upon by Syrians at the border, Turkey has decided to close its main checkpoints with northern regions of Syria. This action comes amidst ongoing riots against Syrians that have been reported in several Turkish cities, according to sources from the Syrian opposition.
The riots began in Kayseri and quickly spread to other cities, resulting in violence against Syrians, their property, and their cars. In an effort to control the situation, authorities have made 474 arrests of individuals involved in the attacks.
The violence was sparked by rumors circulating on social media that a Syrian man had been arrested in Kayseri on suspicion of sexually assaulting a Turkish minor. These rumors led to heightened tensions and resulted in violent outbursts against Syrians in various Turkish cities.
As a result of these riots and the clashes at the border, Turkey has taken the decision to temporarily close its main checkpoints with northern Syria. The situation remains tense as authorities work to restore calm and prevent further violence.