In Sikkim, animal rights activists rallied in Gangtok to protest the shooting of a stray dog, demanding justice and better care for stray animals, emphasizing that all life deserves respect. Meanwhile, in Turkey, new legislation allowing for the euthanasia of stray dogs has sparked widespread outrage and protests, with activists labeling it the 'Massacre Law.' The Turkish government claims the law aims to address public safety concerns related to rabies and dog attacks, but it has resulted in numerous reports of mass killings of strays. Critics argue that the capacity for sheltering the estimated four million stray dogs is grossly inadequate, and many will face inhumane conditions. Protests have erupted in cities like Istanbul and İzmir, where demonstrators have condemned the law and called for its repeal, highlighting the brutality that has ensued since its passage. The backlash reveals a significant public opposition to the government's approach to managing the stray dog population.