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Turkey's opposition leader visits jailed Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu

IndiaTimes Tuesday, 25 March 2025
Turkey's main opposition leader visited the jailed Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, arrested on corruption charges. Imamoglu's detention, seen as politically motivated, has sparked massive protests. Authorities are cracking down on journalists covering the protests, while demonstrators demand Imamoglu's release and an end to democratic backsliding.
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News video: Over 340 arrested in overnight clashes with police after Istanbul mayor's arrest

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Turkish police have arrested over 340 people after a third consecutive night of protests against the arrest of Istanbul's mayor Ekrem Imamoglu. Mayor Imamoglu, who is President Erdogan's main political rival, was arrested on March 19 on charges of 'corruption'. He is due to appear before prosecutors...

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