Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoğlu appeared before the judge in a corruption trial. CHP leader Özgür Özel assessed the situation after the hearing.

Özel stated that Imamoğlu was not judged but rather judged the accusations against him. This trial is seen as a political game.

Özel remarked, "This prosecution is a malice aimed at tarnishing our party. Imamoğlu is being obstructed from becoming a presidential candidate," he said.

The outcomes of Imamoğlu's trial, where he faces a political ban, are eagerly awaited. Özel expressed his belief that justice will prevail in this process.

During the trial, Imamoğlu stated that he holds a master's degree and his average monthly income is 250,000 lira. This fact drew public attention.