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On Tuesday, Istanbul University ruled that Mayor Ekrem Imamoğlu’s 1995 degree was falsely obtained, revoking it amid a forgery probe. The decision could derail his presidential hopes, though he vows to fight it in court while leading the CHP against Erdoğan’s AK Party.

Reactions to Imamoglu’s Arrest: “Setback” for Democracy in Turkey

The arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu has triggered strong reactions from foreign governments, with Germany calling it a “serious setback” for Turkish democracy and France expressing deep concern over its potential consequences. Amid allegations of fraud and bribery, the detention of the prominent opposition figure, seen as a key rival to President Erdogan, has intensified political tensions in Turkey.

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Global Artists to Showcase Their Sculptures at Lake Plastira

Artists from five countries will gather at Lake Plastira from September 15 to October 10, 2024, for the first International Sculpture Symposium at the Outdoor Museum of Contemporary Art. This event, funded by the German government, will showcase sculptures from Greece, Germany, the Netherlands, Italy, and Canada, contributing to the museum’s growth as an innovative hub for contemporary art.