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Istanbul Mayor: Nine Journalists Arrested in Turkey on Account of Protest Coverage

Somto NwanoluebySomto Nwanolue
March 24, 2025
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Istanbul Mayor: Nine Journalists Arrested in Turkey on Account of Protest Coverage
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Turkish authorities have detained nine journalists who covered overnight protests against the arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, according to the Journalists Union of Turkey.

At the time of filing this report, the reason for their detention remains unclear.

The protests erupted after a court jailed Imamoglu, President Tayyip Erdogan’s main political rival, pending trial on corruption charges. The arrest has sparked nationwide demonstrations, making it one of Turkey’s largest protests in over a decade.

Istanbul Mayor: Nine Journalists Arrested in Turkey on Account of Protest Coverage

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  • Turkey’s Political Tensions and Protests Intensify
  • Press Freedom Now Under Scrutiny
  • Why It Matters

Turkey’s Political Tensions and Protests Intensify

The main opposition Republican People’s Party (CHP) has called the court’s decision “politicized and undemocratic,” urging supporters to protest until Imamoglu is released. Despite bans on gatherings, peaceful anti-government demonstrations continued for a fifth night on Sunday.

CHP leader Ozgur Ozel addressed crowds in Istanbul’s Sarachane district, vowing to sustain protests. Meanwhile, the government maintains that the investigations are not politically motivated and defends judicial independence.

Press Freedom Now Under Scrutiny

Among the detained journalists is an Agence France-Presse (AFP) photographer, raising concerns about press freedom in Turkey. The arrests have highlighted the risks faced by media professionals covering politically sensitive events.

Imamoglu, who denies the charges as “unimaginable accusations,” has called for nationwide protests, further intensifying the political climate.

Why It Matters

The detention of journalists and the crackdown on protests have drawn international attention to Turkey’s democratic standards. With tensions escalating, the situation remains volatile as both supporters and critics of the government mobilize.

The coming days will be critical in determining whether the protests can influence judicial outcomes or if the government’s stance will harden further.

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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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