Eurotopics.net

According to reports in the media, some members of the US cabinet are discussing whether to remove President Trump from office after his supporters stormed the Capitol in Washington, where the formal confirmation of Joe Biden's election victory was due to take place, on Wednesday. Four hours passed before the security services finally escorted all the demonstrators out of the building. This day will be remembered, commentators note.

Students at Istanbul's Boğaziçi University have protested at the government's appointment of their new rector, Melih Bulu. This was the first time since 1980 that the decision was not taken within the university. Some commentators voice doubts about the new rector's suitability. Others question the motives of the demonstrators.