Erdogan threatens the CHP: thick beets are waiting for revelations!

Erdogan threatens the CHP: thick beets are waiting for revelations!

Istanbul, Türkei - On March 26, 2025, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan indicated new allegations against the largest opposition party Chp. In a speech, he mentioned "thick beets" that were not yet out of the sack and spoke of possible further investigations against the CHP. His words accepted a sharp tone when he claimed that the CHP could no longer look into the face of her own people.

These charges are made in the middle of a political turmoil that was triggered by the arrest of CHP politician Ekrem İmamoğlu. A week ago, İmamoğlu, the mayor of Istanbul, was arrested. He is accused of corruption and terrorism, and he is currently in custody. In addition, his mayor's office was withdrawn, which led to nationwide protests that have been the largest for many years.

protests and public reaction

The arrest of İmamoğlu ensured an outcry in the Turkish population that filled the streets in several cities to demonstrate against the Erdogan government. Many protesters suspect a political calculation behind this campaign to clear İmamoğlu, who is considered a possible challenger of Erdogan. CHP boss Özgür Özel described Erdogan's statements as the "greatest lie" and asked evidence of the allegations against his party.

As reported by the UN human rights office (OHCHR), at least 92 people were arrested last week, while over 1,000 people were arrested during the protests, including at least nine media professionals. These protests took place in a particularly tense atmosphere, accompanied by the brutal actions of the police, which used trimmings, irritable gas and water cannons. In three cities, blanket bans were imposed on protests.

international concern

The UN human rights office expressed concern about these arrests and called for the immediate and unconditional release of all detained persons who have exercised their right to freedom of expression. The authority emphasized that accused should be treated with dignity and must have a right to a proper procedure and access to a lawyer. In addition, a thorough investigation of credible allegations about illegal use of violence against demonstrators is required.

The pressure on the CHP and the associated arrests could significantly influence the political landscape in Turkey, while a wave of resistance to the Erdogan government is formed. In this critical phase, it will be crucial how political actors and international organizations react to developments.

For more information, read how Vol.at reports and unric.org The international concern about the situation in Turkey.