Ekrem İmamoğlu, the mayor of Istanbul, has been detained on corruption charges. This was reported by Zamin.uz.
He denies all accusations and emphasizes that this case is a political pressure. İmamoğlu, as one of the strongest opposition candidates, could have been a rival to Recep Tayyip Erdoğan in the 2023 presidential elections.
Experts believe that his detention is a sign of restrictions on political freedoms in Turkey. Polls had shown that candidates like İmamoğlu enjoy significant public support.
Additionally, his detention dealt a heavy blow to the opposition. Following his arrest, widespread protests began in Istanbul.
Thousands of people took to the streets to express their demands. However, hundreds of protesters were detained.
The international community has responded to these events with caution and restraint. At the same time, Erdoğan's supporters continue to view him as a strong and stable leader and maintain their support.
Political analysts emphasize that the upcoming elections, which will take place in the near future, are of great importance for Turkey's political future. These events indicate a growing complexity in the country's political environment.
