Monocle on Sunday cover image

World news with check-ins from Lisbon and Istanbul

Monocle on Sunday

00:00

Istanbul's Urban Crisis and Political Turmoil

This chapter discusses the arrest of Istanbul's mayor on corruption charges and the ensuing concerns among his supporters amid a broader crackdown on municipal officials. It highlights the city's significant infrastructure challenges, including a water crisis, and critiques the privatized development and lack of urban planning exacerbated by political ambitions.

Transcript
Play full episode

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!
App store bannerPlay store banner
Get the app