British tourist arrested in Turkey for spitting on flag

A 58-year-old British tourist was arrested in Alanya for spitting on a Turkish flag after a hotel argument.

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He is charged with insulting a national symbol and faces prosecution.

The incident occurs amid diplomatic tensions between Ankara and London.

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