Protests in Istanbul turned violent on Saturday, with thousands taking to the streets in response to the arrest of Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu. The opposition is using this moment to fuel a broader movement against President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s rule. Leading Turkey’s opposition party has announced a campaign to challenge Erdogan’s authority and push for democratic reforms.
Source: https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/2025/03/29/istanbul-opposition-rally