Thousands of people in Turkey have taken to the streets for a seventh consecutive night of protests following the arrest of Istanbul’s Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu on corruption charges. The demonstrations, which have resulted in over 1,400 arrests, have seen a diverse group of individuals detained, including students, journalists, and lawyers.
The unrest first erupted last Wednesday, sparking widespread outrage among Turkish citizens. Imamoglu, who is considered a prominent political rival to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, maintains that the allegations against him are politically motivated. Meanwhile, President Erdogan has denied any involvement in the corruption charges brought against the mayor.
International rights groups and the United Nations have condemned both the arrests and the use of excessive force by Turkish police against the protesters. The ongoing turmoil has ignited tensions across the country, with demonstrators demanding justice and accountability from the government.
As the protests continue to escalate, it remains unclear how the situation in Turkey will unfold. With the country facing growing political uncertainty, the world watches closely as the people of Turkey voice their dissent against what they perceive as a threat to democracy and freedom.
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