Turkish mine disaster: Unions call protest strike
Trade unions in Turkey have announced a one-day strike in protest at the country's worst ever mine disaster, which has claimed at least 282 lives.
Union officials said the recent privatisation of the mining sector had made working conditions more dangerous.
President Abdullah Gul is expected to visit the scene of the disaster, as Turkey begins three days of mourning.
Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan was booed and jostled by angry protesters during his visit to Soma on Wednesday.
Anger also erupted against the government in several cities around the country.
An explosion caused the pit to collapse on Tuesday, while 787 miners were underground.
Government officials said 363 miners were rescued in the hours after the explosion, but no survivors have been brought out since dawn on Wednesday.
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