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Istanbul Traffic Gridlock After Ramadan Holiday Ends; Commuters Face Severe Congestion
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Heavy traffic congestion has gripped major roads in Istanbul as the city transitions from holiday mode back to weekday rush hour, with drivers reporting that vehicles have come almost completely to a standstill at key intersections and along main arteries since early morning hours of March 23rd.
Key Points
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1Traffic congestion has begun in Istanbul immediately after the end of Ramadan holiday on March 23.
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2Several major locations have reached a standstill as commuters return to work or school for Monday morning traffic conditions. Traffic is moving slowly and some areas are completely gridlocked, with reports indicating that it will take time before movement improves significantly.
Developments
[Mar 23]
Traffic congestion began in the early morning hours following Ramadan holiday on Monday. Multiple sources report significant delays and standstill conditions at key locations, with traffic moving very slowly or completely halted.
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