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Turmoil in Turkey as Istanbul Mayor Arrested Amidst Political and Economic Unrest

The arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, a prominent critic of President Erdogan, ignites widespread protests and sparks economic chaos in Turkey. Accused of corruption and terrorism-related charges, Imamoglu's arrest is viewed as politically motivated by his party. The detention also leads to a significant economic downturn, with sharp declines in the stock market and the Turkish lira.