Turkey's opposition has rallied in defense of jailed Istanbul mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, leading to significant anti-government protests. An estimated 2.2 million people attended a rally called by CHP leader Ozgur Ozel, signaling widespread discontent. The protests followed Imamoglu's detention on corruption charges, amidst escalating societal unrest. The police response, characterized by the use of tear gas and water cannons, has been condemned by Human Rights Watch for being excessive and unlawful. In the aftermath, 1,900 arrests were made, including journalists, indicating a severe crackdown on dissent in Turkey.
Hundreds of thousands of people attended the protest called by the head of the opposition Republican People's party (CHP) in a spot far from the Istanbul city centre,
Human Rights Watch described the police actions as an unwarranted and unlawful use of force, highlighting Turkey's ongoing sociopolitical upheavals.
In the ten days since Imamoglu was detained, Turkish authorities arrested around 1,900 people, showcasing the escalated crackdown on dissent.
Ozgur Ozel claimed 2.2 million people attended the anti-government protest, marking a significant moment for the opposition amid growing public agitation.
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