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Ekrem Imamoglu Faces Court as Turkey Erupts in Demonstrations

Istanbul Mayor’s Arrest Sparks Nationwide Protests

by pinkfloyd
March 23, 2025
in Elections & Campaigns, Government and Politics, Government Policies, International Politics
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Police Clash with Protesters After Istanbul Mayor’s Arrest - Murad Sezer/Reuters via CNN

Mayor Imamoglu in Court: Political Trial or Justice? - Murad Sezer/Reuters via CNN

Istanbul Mayor Testifies Amid Protests as Turkish Authorities Crack Down on Opposition

Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu testified in court on Saturday, facing allegations of corruption and terrorism ties after his detention earlier in the week triggered nationwide protests. His arrest has intensified political tensions in Turkey, with critics calling it a move to eliminate opposition ahead of future elections.

Court Proceedings and Charges

Prosecutors have called for Imamoglu—a key rival to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan—and four of his aides to be jailed pending trial, according to Reuters. A court ruling on his detention is expected early Sunday.

Imamoglu, elected mayor in 2019 and re-elected in 2024, has been accused of corruption and ties to terrorism. Authorities also issued detention orders for about 100 others connected to him, including his press adviser Murat Ongun, according to state-run news agency Anadolu. The main opposition Republican People’s Party (CHP) denounced the charges as politically motivated, calling them “a coup attempt.”

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Nationwide Protests and Police Crackdown

Since Thursday, tens of thousands of protesters have taken to the streets across more than a dozen cities, including Istanbul and the capital Ankara. Demonstrations, largely peaceful, defied a government ban on street gatherings, which has been extended until March 26.

On Saturday, thousands rallied outside the Istanbul municipal building in Sarachane and at the Caglayan courthouse, where Imamoglu appeared for questioning. Protesters waved Turkish flags and chanted slogans, only to be met by a heavy police presence. Authorities used tear gas and pepper spray to disperse crowds, while some demonstrators retaliated with firecrackers and other objects. In Izmir and Ankara, clashes continued for the third consecutive night, with police deploying water cannons.

According to Interior Minister Ali Yerlikaya, 323 people have been detained since the protests began.

Political Tensions and Erdogan’s Response

The protests and Imamoglu’s detention are widely seen as part of a broader crackdown on opposition figures following the AK Party’s significant losses in last year’s local elections. Many believe the government is attempting to weaken potential challengers ahead of the next presidential election in 2028, or possibly sooner if Erdogan calls for early elections to bypass term limits.

CHP leader Ozgur Ozel addressed supporters in Istanbul, urging them to stand “together for the young people, for Istanbul, for Ekrem Imamoglu.” He dismissed Erdogan’s actions as an attempt to silence opposition voices, declaring, “There are millions of people who are not afraid of him.”

Erdogan, a former mayor of Istanbul himself, has rejected the outcry as political theatrics. He defended the judiciary’s independence and dismissed accusations that the charges against Imamoglu are politically motivated. In a post on X late Saturday, he warned: “No one in Turkey is outside the scope of the law.” He also issued a direct warning to CHP supporters, stating that the government would not tolerate provocations or disturbances to public order.

Interior Minister Yerlikaya echoed the warning, vowing that authorities would crack down on anyone seeking to create “chaos and provocation.” The ministry reported that at least 16 police officers have been injured in clashes since the protests erupted.

What’s Next?

As Turkey braces for the court’s ruling on Imamoglu’s detention, tensions remain high. The government’s handling of the protests and legal proceedings could have significant implications for Erdogan’s political future and Turkey’s democratic landscape. Observers are closely watching whether the judiciary upholds the charges or if public pressure influences the outcome.

Source: CNN – Istanbul mayor testifies in court as protesters across Turkey defy ban on gatherings

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