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Turks living in Europe have been urged to have at least five children by the country's president to fight back against "injustices" in the West.

Recep Tayyip Erdogan said his compatriots were "the future of Europe" as he dramatically called on citizens to reproduce at a greater rate.

The remarks come amid tensions with some European countries, notably the Netherlands, where Turkish ministers have been banned from holding rallies.

The president branded Dutch authorities "Nazi remnants" after Turkish officials were blocked from staging campaign events in the country.

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Rallies have also been prevented in Germany.

Speaking on Friday, the premier said the best way to respond to "injustices" was to have multiple children, "live in the best houses" and "drive the best cars".

The president said: "Go live in better neighborhoods. Drive the best cars. Live in the best houses. Make not three, but five children.

"Because you are the future of Europe. That will be the best response to the injustices against you."

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The president is currently campaigning for a referendum which could further enhance his powers as head of state.

In an effort to achieve a ‘yes’ vote, Mr Erdogan is pinning his hopes on support from the 5.5 million Turkish citizens living abroad.

If the legislation goes ahead, it would give the president the power to issue decrees, declare emergency rule, appoint ministers and state officials, and dissolve parliament.

But critics fear the referendum would abolish the country’s system of checks and balances.