Controversial effigy of Turkish PM was part of Wiesbaden art Biennale
The German city of Wiesbaden has removed a large gold statue of Turkish president Recep Tayyip Erdoğan after it sparked clashes between his supporters and opponents.
“In agreement with state police, Mayor Sven Gerich decided to have the statue removed as security could no longer be guaranteed,” the city’s government said on Twitter.
The effigy of Turkey’s leader caused tensions in Wiesbaden after it was put up for an arts festival.
The 13-foot statue of the Turkish president put up at an art festival was hauled away in the city of Wiesbaden amid fears that it was a security concern.
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