Turkish Opposition Plans Weekly Protests After Mayor's Arrest

The CHP has announced regular demonstrations to begin next week, intensifying pressure on Erdogan's government as protests continue over Ekrem Imamoglu's detention.

Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, a leading opposition figure, was arrested on March 19 on charges of corruption and alleged terrorism links, which he denies.
The CHP, Turkey's main opposition party, has finalized plans for weekly protests starting next Wednesday in Istanbul and at various locations nationwide on weekends.
Protests against Imamoglu's arrest have drawn comparisons to the 2013 Gezi Park demonstrations, with significant youth participation highlighting widespread discontent.
International criticism of Erdogan's administration is growing, with solidarity demonstrations held abroad, including a recent rally in Frankfurt demanding Imamoglu's release.
Turkey faces a deep political and economic crisis, with high inflation and youth unemployment fueling broader dissatisfaction with Erdogan's increasingly authoritarian rule.