Unrest in Istanbul as Prosecutors Demand Mayor to Stay in Custody
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March 23, 2025 07:30
istanbul - Thousands protest in Turkey against Imamoglu's arrest amid political tensions. Demonstrations banned in Ankara, Izmir, and Istanbul.
Protests in Turkey
Thousands in Turkey protest against Mayor Imamoglu's arrest. He is a prominent member of the opposition CHP party, seen as President Erdogan's main political rival.
Demonstration Bans
- Ankara and Izmir impose protest bans until March 25.
- Istanbul bans all protests until Sunday.
President Erdogan labels protests as "street terror" and imposes bans in major cities.
Imamoglu, arrested on Wednesday, denies charges calling them "unbelievable".
Court to decide on Sunday whether Imamoglu remains in custody.