This chapter explores the recent protests in Turkey following the arrest of Istanbul's Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu. It delves into the political motivations behind his arrest and the implications for Turkish democracy under President Erdogan.
- Protests erupted in Istanbul after the arrest of Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu.
- Imamoglu's arrest is seen as politically motivated.
- The arrests and crackdown on protests raise concerns about Turkey's democracy.
- Imamoglu's popularity stems from his appeal across different societal layers.
- There is a historical parallel between Imamoglu and Erdogan's own political ascent.
- Erdogan's geopolitical position has emboldened his domestic actions.
- The Turkish economy is suffering due to political unrest and loss of investor confidence.