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Istanbul Court Faces Criticism Over Restricted Access to Trial of Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu and Municipal Officials
Human Rights Watch issued a stern warning on March 23, 2026, regarding the ongoing trial of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu and 406 other defendants, citing arbitrary restrictions that have hindered the ability of journalists, legal observers, and the public to monitor the proceedings. The trial, which began on March 9, 2026, involves high-ranking municipal officials […]
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Far right likely to flame out in Marseille mayor race, poll shows
As France approaches a critical juncture in its local political landscape, the city of Marseille finds itself at the center of a national narrative regarding the durability of populist movements. A fresh survey conducted by Cluster 17 indicates that the incumbent mayor, Benoît Payan, is poised to secure a decisive victory in this Sunday’s runoff […]
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