Crackdown and Chaos in Turkey

This chapter examines the escalating political repression in Turkey under President Erdogan, focusing on the recent arrests of opposition mayors and their implications for Turkish democracy. It highlights the challenges facing the opposition amidst economic instability and public protests, as well as the government's tightening grip on municipal leadership. Additionally, the chapter briefly transitions to the European political scene, discussing the tension surrounding EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and the risks to coalition stability.