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Anti-Erdogan Protests Escalate in Turkey Despite President’s Warning

Somto NwanoluebySomto Nwanolue
March 25, 2025
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Istanbul Mayor: Nine Journalists Arrested in Turkey on Account of Protest Coverage
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Thousands of anti-Erdogan protesters have defied government bans, gathering nightly across Turkey since the controversial arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, a key rival of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. Demonstrators, opposition leaders, and human rights groups condemn the detention as politically motivated, fueling the largest anti-government protests in Turkey since the Gezi Park uprising.

Despite Erdogan’s dismissal of the protests as a temporary “show,” demonstrators remain resolute. In Istanbul’s Sarachane Park, crowds chant slogans demanding justice and democracy, while clashes erupt nightly between riot police and protesters. Over 1,000 arrests have been reported, drawing criticism from the Council of Europe and international rights organizations.

Anti-Erdogan Protests Escalate in Turkey Despite President’s Warning

Student-led protests and university boycotts have spread, with academics joining a one-day strike in solidarity. A physician at Sarachane told Reuters:
“We are here because we no longer believe Turkey is a democratic country.”

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  • Erdogan’s Dilemma: Crack Down or Risk Escalation?
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Erdogan’s Dilemma: Crack Down or Risk Escalation?

The CHP (Republican People’s Party), Turkey’s main opposition, has mobilized supporters, framing the protests as a battle for democracy and rule of law. CHP leader Ozgur Ozel declared Tuesday’s rally a “big kickoff” for future actions, signaling a prolonged political standoff.

Erdogan, meanwhile, has labeled the protests “street terrorism”—echoing his response to the 2013 Gezi protests. His government insists the judiciary is independent, but critics argue the arrest of Imamoglu (facing corruption charges he denies) is a tactic to silence dissent before Turkey’s next elections.

International Outcry and What Comes Next

The Council of Europe’s human rights commissioner, Michael O’Flaherty, demanded the release of detained protesters, calling their arrests a violation of freedom of assembly. Meanwhile, plans for rallies outside Silivri Prison (where Imamoglu is held) hint at further escalation.

As tensions rise, analysts warn of a broader political crisis in Turkey, with implications for EU relations and global human rights rankings.

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Somto Nwanolue is a news writer with a keen eye for spotting trending news and crafting engaging stories. Her interests includes beauty, lifestyle and fashion. Her life’s passion is to bring information to the right audience in written medium

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