Water cannons deployed as protests erupt over Istanbul mayor arrest

• Where and when did the protests occur? The demonstrations took place in Izmir, Ankara, and Istanbul. Police intervened using water cannons on Tuesday.
• Why was there a protest? The protests were a reaction to the arrest of Istanbul's opposing mayor, Ekrem Imamoglu, who was accused of corruption.
• What were the authorities' reactions? The governors of the three cities implemented bans on gatherings, which have been extended multiple times.

Police in Izmir used water cannons to disperse a crowd of protesters who gathered to express opposition to the arrest of Ekrem Imamoglu. Protesters, including many young people, set up barricades using metal trash containers and chanted slogans supporting Ataturk. Protests also took place in Ankara, where the crowd shouted anti-government slogans.

In Istanbul, thousands gathered in Sarachane Park, including youth displaying nationalist and anarchist symbols. The leader of the opposition Republican People's Party, Ozgur Ozel, called for Imamoglu's trial to be made public. Despite calls to disperse, police were forced to intervene when some protesters resisted.

Authorities implemented bans on gatherings in Izmir, Ankara, and Istanbul, which have been extended multiple times. Nevertheless, the protests have not ceased, and the situation remains tense. In Istanbul, in front of the metropolitan authorities' headquarters, massive protests have been taking place for a week, and the police are trying to control the situation.