Protests Erupt Across Istanbul as Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu Arrested

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