Miriam Lauvfoss News 05 Jul 2025, 06:55

Three Opposition Mayors Arrested in Turkey

According to reports from AFP citing Turkish media, three opposition mayors were detained by authorities in Turkey early on Saturday morning. The arrests are reportedly part of a broader investigation into alleged organised crime activities.

The mayors from the cities of Adana, Adiyaman, and Antalya were taken into custody by police. These developments follow the earlier arrest this year of Istanbul’s mayor, Ekrem Imamoglu, who faces charges including corruption, extortion, money laundering, and alleged support for terrorism.

Imamoglu’s detention previously sparked widespread demonstrations, with many citizens expressing concerns that the actions against him were politically motivated and aimed at suppressing opposition voices. The Turkish government has not commented on the latest arrests at this time.

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The post is accurate. Reports confirm that three opposition mayors in Turkey were arrested as part of an investigation into alleged organized crime activities. The mention of Istanbul's mayor, Ekrem Imamoglu, and concerns over politically motivated actions aligns with the current context surrounding these arrests.

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