Ekrem Imamoglu, the mayor of Istanbul, was arrested in Turkey. He is a big rival to President Erdogan. Imamoglu says he did nothing wrong and that the arrest is political. Many people in Turkey are protesting because they think the arrest is unfair.

Imamoglu is charged with many crimes, like taking bribes and managing a criminal group. He is in prison now, waiting for his trial. He wants people to protest and vote in the upcoming election. If he is found guilty, he cannot run for president.

Many people in Turkey are unhappy. They are protesting in the streets. The police are trying to stop them with tear gas and water cannons. People want justice and freedom. They say it is hard to live in Turkey now. They want a better future for their children.