Turkiye's Turmoil: Protests Erupt Over Mayor's Arrest

Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu's arrest has sparked protests across Turkiye, seen as politically motivated. The opposition leader, Ozgur Ozel, visited Imamoglu in jail and urged peaceful protests. Authorities detained journalists and protesters while the CHP positions itself against President Erdogan's rule, with a possibility of early elections.

The leader of Turkiye's main opposition party visited jailed Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu following significant protests demanding his release.

Imamoglu, held on corruption charges, is viewed as President Erdogan's primary political challenger. His arrest prompted national protests amidst allegations of political motivations.

Authorities responded by detaining journalists and protesters, intensifying the political landscape ahead of potential early elections, as opposition leaders call for calm and strategic moves to counteract President Erdogan's lengthy tenure.

(With inputs from agencies.)