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Ekrem Imamoglu, the mayor of Istanbul since 2019, is recognised for his inclusive political style and has emerged as a potent rival to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan amidst Turkey’s polarised political landscape.

Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu has been detained on charges of corruption and alleged links to Kurdish militants, prompting widespread public protests across Turkey.