Statement by Naib-i-Şehinşah regarding "George Floyd protests" in America

Since 26 May 2020, America has faced a series of protests and unrest instigated by the death of George Floyd following a case of police brutality by police officer Derek Chauvin. The protests began in Minneapolis, but have since spread to most major urban centres in America and supportive demonstrations in other cities around the world. According to latest figures as of the day of publication of this article, approximately 21 have been confirmed killed with potentially more assumed.

The statement of Naib-i-Şehinşah Hasan Çakar reads as follows:

"Firstly, in regard to death of George Floyd, this is a tragedy and an investigation must be held regarding the circumstances of his death and the perpetuating officer must be put on trial to seek justice. There are indeed many systematic issues in America regarding socio-cultural relations between classes and races, as well as the police's role in America's society. There needs to be open discussion about matter within their society.

In regard to unrest caused by the incident, Hasanistan is monitoring the situation in America closely. We advise all Hasanistani citizens residing in America to be cautious. We are also concerned about effects on coronavirus pandemic and advise that measures be put in place to mitigate effects of this which can have global repercussions."