Turkey's Opposition Mayor Targeted Ahead of Elections

Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, a key opposition figure, is facing increasing legal pressure as Turkish authorities seize his construction company and accuse him of forming a criminal organization. Imamoglu, who has been detained, is widely seen as a strong challenger to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in upcoming elections. The moves against him, including stripping him of his degree, suggest an effort to sideline him from the ballot. Critics argue this is part of a broader crackdown on political opposition in Turkey. The developments raise concerns about the fairness of the electoral process and Erdogan’s grip on power.