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Political free fall: Turkey faces protests, investor flight after opposition leader's arrest
Concern over stability and economic security in Turkey could damage financial inflows at a time when investor confidence in the country is already shaky.CNBC - Mar. 20 -
Turkey's opposition leader visits jailed Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu
The head of Turkey’s main opposition party is visiting jailed Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu after six nights of massive protests calling for his releaseABC News - 2d -
Turkey’s Opposition Calls for Boycott and Mass Protests After Arrest of Istanbul Mayor
To pressure President Recep Tayyip Erdogan over the jailing of his top rival, the opposition wants Turks to boycott companies that back Mr. Erdogan and plans to organize a protest this weekend.The New York Times - 1d -
Thousands of people protesting in Turkey - here's why
Thousands have taken to the streets across Turkey to protest the arrest of an opposition politican.BBC News - 3d -
Hundreds arrested in third night of Turkey protests
Police arrested Istanbul's mayor, a key opposition figure, on Wednesday, sparking protests.BBC News - 5d -
Erdogan accuses the opposition of wrecking Turkey's economy during protests over mayor's jailing
Turkey’s president has accused the political opposition of “sinking the economy” during the country’s largest protests in more than a decadeABC News - 1d -
Turkey's opposition urges peaceful protests over Istanbul mayor's arrest despite bans
Turkey's opposition party has urged supporters to take to the streets for peaceful demonstrations against the arrest of Istanbul’s mayor and top rival to President Recep Tayyip ErdoganABC News - 6d -
Turkey formally arrests Erdoğan rival in escalation of political crackdown
More than 600 people detained as country sees largest opposition protests in more than a decadeFinancial Times - 4d -
For Some Autocrats, Even Rigged Elections Can Be Too Much of a Threat
Protests are raging in Turkey after the arrest of the country’s most prominent opposition politician.The New York Times - 1h -
For Some Autocrats, Even Rigged Elections Can Be Too Much of a Threat
Protests are raging in Turkey after the arrest of the country’s most prominent opposition politician.The New York Times - 1h -
Turkey Arrests Istanbul Mayor, Key Rival to President Erdogan
The mayor, Ekrem Imamoglu, was detained after prosecutors accused him of corruption and terrorism. The opposition said the arrest was politically motivated.The New York Times - Mar. 20 -
FirstFT: Investors pour money into safe havens
Also in today’s newsletter, Turkey’s opposition leader arrested, and Nvidia unveils new AI chipFinancial Times - Mar. 19 -
Turkey's opposition leader vows protests will continue 'in every city'
Ozgur Ozel tells the BBC's Orla Guerin protests will continue until the jailed Istanbul mayor is freed.BBC News - 1d -
Sixth night of protests in Turkey as Erdogan hits out at unrest
Thousands rally against the arrest of opposition politician Ekrem Imamoglu, but his party says their planned protests are coming to an end.BBC News - 2d -
South Sudan opposition says peace deal has collapsed after arrest of its leader
South Sudan’s main opposition party says a peace agreement that ended a five-year civil war has collapsed, following the arrest of its leader Riek Machar a day earlierABC News - 4h -
South Sudan opposition says peace deal has collapsed after arrest of its leader
South Sudan’s main opposition party says a peace agreement that ended a five-year civil war has collapsed, following the arrest of its leader Riek Machar a day earlierABC News - 4h -
Fierce protests in Turkey after Erdogan rival jailed
Protests against the arrest of Istanbul mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, who denies corruption charges, continued on Sunday.BBC News - 4d -
Thousands turn out for Turkey protests after more than 1,400 arrests
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says protesters want to turn the country into a "place of chaos".BBC News - 2d -
What to Know About the Turmoil in Turkey
Turkey was plunged into a political crisis after the authorities arrested Ekrem Imamoglu, mayor of Istanbul and a top rival to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, on accusations of corruption. Ben ...The New York Times - 1d -
BBC reporter arrested and deported from Turkey after covering protests
Mark Lowen considered ‘threat to public order’ after reports on nationwide anti-government demonstrations . Europe live – latest updates The BBC correspondent Mark Lowen has been arrested and ...The Guardian - 15h -
BBC reporter arrested and deported from Turkey after covering protests
Mark Lowen considered ‘threat to public order’ after reports on nationwide anti-government demonstrations . Europe live – latest updates The BBC correspondent Mark Lowen has been arrested and ...The Guardian - 11h -
Tens of thousands protest in Turkey against arrest of Erdoğan rival
Detention of Istanbul’s popular mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu galvanises opposition and leads to stock market plungeFinancial Times - 6d -
The Guardian view on Turkey’s protests: a rejection of Erdoğan’s autocracy | Editorial
The arrest of Istanbul’s mayor, Ekrem İmamoğlu, was a turning point for those already angered at political repression and a cost of living crisis . The tens of thousands who have taken to Turkey’s ...The Guardian - 1d -
BBC's Mark Lowen deported from Turkey after covering protests
Mark Lowen was covering the protests in Istanbul when he was arrested and later deported back to the UK, the BBC has said.BBC News - 17h -
Turkey detains hundreds of protesters as demonstrations over mayor’s arrest intensify
Detention of Ekrem İmamoğlu has set off economic and political turmoilFinancial Times - 5d -
Turkey warns against growing street protests over detained Istanbul mayor
Turkey’s government warned against “illegal” calls from the main opposition for street protests over the detention of Istanbul’s mayor Ekrem Imamoglu.NBC News - 6d -
1,100 arrested in furious Istanbul protests after Turkey's government jails the city's mayor
A Turkish court jailed Istanbul Mayor Imamoglu, President Erdogan’s main rival, pending a corruption trial and inflamed the biggest protests in a decade.NBC News - 3d -
FirstFT: M&A at decade low as market uncertainty kills ‘Trump bump’ hopes
Also in today’s newsletter, Turkey’s main opposition leader formally arrested, and the new nuclear arms raceFinancial Times - 3d -
Huge pro-democracy protests grip Turkey after Erdogan rival is imprisoned
Turkey has been rocked by six nights of protests over the imprisonment of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, a major rival of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.NBC News - 2d -
A son says a leader of Iran's 2009 Green Movement protests will be freed from house arrest
One of the leaders of Iran’s 2009 Green Movement protests will be released from house arrest in the coming weeksABC News - Mar. 17 -
Turkey detains 37 in escalating crackdown on opposition to Erdoğan
Hundreds more sought by authorities as they move to stifle dissent over arrest of popular Istanbul mayorFinancial Times - Mar. 20 -
In Turkey, we are showing the world how to challenge a callous, authoritarian leader | Ece Temelkuran
The youthful energy of street protest is breathing life back into failing progressive parties – and it’s a model that could be applied everywhere. Ece Temelkuran is a Turkish journalist and ...The Guardian - 1d -
Boxing legend Frank Bruno falls ‘seriously ill’ mid-flight
Frank Bruno was rushed to hospital after falling ill during a long-haul flight.Yahoo Sports - 6d -
Turkey and Israel face mounting tensions over future of post-Assad Syria
The fall of Syrian President Bashar Assad's government has aggravated the already tense relations between Turkey and Israel, with their conflicting interests in Syria pushing the relationship ...ABC News - Mar. 15 -
NYPD arrests dozens of protesters inside Trump Tower
Dozens of protesters have been arrested after staging a sit-in demonstration inside Trump Tower calling for the release of Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil.NBC News - Mar. 13 -
Turkey prosecutors request arrest of Istanbul mayor, Erdogan's top challenger
A court will decide whether the popular opposition figure will be jailed.ABC News - 5d -
Nationwide protests planned after arrest of former Columbia University activist by ICE
Nationwide protests are planned this weekend after Mahmoud Khalil, a former Columbia University student activist, was arrested by immigration authorities, fueling tensions between the Trump ...NBC News - Mar. 15 -
Mahmoud Khalil Was Public Face of Protest Against Israel at Columbia
Mahmoud Khalil, a permanent resident of the United States, was arrested in his Manhattan apartment and sent to Louisiana. His detention sets up a fight over free speech.The New York Times - Mar. 11 -
More than 1,100 detained in Turkey amid huge demonstrations over mayor’s arrest – Europe live
Tens of thousands gathered in Istanbul with unrest likely to continue over treatment of presidential challenger to Erdoğan. People in Turkey: share your views and experiences of recent ...The Guardian - 3d -
Palestinian activist who led student protests at Columbia faces deportation
Over the weekend, Columbia University grad Mahmoud Khalil was arrested and is facing deportation. He is a green card holder, but the Trump administration says the arrest stems from his involvement ...CBS News - Mar. 10