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Sunday, August 3, 2025

Al-Estiklal Newspaper

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Arrests and Judicial Escalation Against the Turkish Opposition: Anti-Corruption or Political Motives?

Arrests and Judicial Escalation Against the Turkish Opposition: Anti-Corruption or Political Motives?

Mahmoud Taha

a month ago

Turkish authorities continued their crackdown on opposition figures, arresting three CHP mayors on July 5 as part of investigations into bribery, organized crime, and tender manipulation.

Turkish Writer: Two Ways for Erdogan’s Third Term—Imamoglu Sparks Suspicion (Exclusive)

Turkish Writer: Two Ways for Erdogan’s Third Term—Imamoglu Sparks Suspicion (Exclusive)

2 months ago

In an interview with Al-Estiklal, former AK party MP Rasul Tosun discussed Turkiye’s regional ambitions, the controversy surrounding Ekrem Imamoglu, and Erdogan’s possible 3rd term; he also criticized the Islamic world’s inaction on Gaza facing Israeli terrorism.

The Terrifying Istanbul Earthquake: Why Did the Turks Cast Their Anger at Ekrem Imamoglu?

The Terrifying Istanbul Earthquake: Why Did the Turks Cast Their Anger at Ekrem Imamoglu?

3 months ago

Istanbul residents are frustrated with suspended mayor Ekrem Imamoglu for failing to fulfill earthquake preparedness promises and mismanaging funds.

Yasin Aktay: Syrian Developments Will Strengthen Erdogan, Mark the Beginning of a New Regional Era (Exclusive)

Yasin Aktay: Syrian Developments Will Strengthen Erdogan, Mark the Beginning of a New Regional Era (Exclusive)

3 months ago

In an interview with Al-Estiklal, Turkish political analyst Yasin Aktay discussed the implications of Abdullah Ocalan’s call to lay down arms, the future of the Kurdish issue in Turkiye, and the impact of recent developments in Syria on regional stability.

Opposition Challenges Erdogan: How Turkiye Entered a New Phase of Political Conflict

Opposition Challenges Erdogan: How Turkiye Entered a New Phase of Political Conflict

Murad Jandali

4 months ago

Between street pressure and judicial tactics, Turkiye's political landscape is at a pivotal moment as the opposition challenges President Recep Tayyip Erdogan by calling for early elections.

How Did ‘Urban Reconciliation’ Trigger Imamoglu's Arrest and Istanbul's Political Crisis?

How Did ‘Urban Reconciliation’ Trigger Imamoglu's Arrest and Istanbul's Political Crisis?

4 months ago

Ekrem Imamoglu is under investigation for allegedly facilitating PKK support through urban reconciliation in exchange for political backing, with accusations of corruption and terrorism ties.