Clashes, Use of Force: Situation in Istanbul

The Turkish police are dispersing protesters gathered at Taksim Square in Istanbul using harsh force. The protesters have been chanting slogans about justice and demanding the release of Istanbul's opposition mayor.

Yesterday, we reported on the mass protests that have started in Ankara, Istanbul, Izmir, and Trabzon. It is noteworthy that protests in Turkey have erupted following the arrest of Ekrem İmamoğlu, the mayor of Istanbul who is considered the main political rival of the country's president.

Recall that protests against the arrest of Istanbul mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu began yesterday in various cities across Turkey.