Dilay Yalcin

Elcin Poyrazlar, a seasoned journalist and author, joins Dilay Yalcin, a Turkey expert at BBC Monitoring, to delve into the arrest of Istanbul's mayor, Ekrem Imamoglu. They explore its striking parallels to Erdogan's own past arrest, reflecting on the political climate in Turkey. The discussion includes the rise of Imamoglu as a formidable opponent to Erdogan, the implications of authoritarianism, and the ongoing protests fueled by discontent among citizens. Their insights shed light on a nation grappling with its political future.