Tens of thousands gathered in Bakırköy for Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu. This gathering was a call to defend democracy.

Following İmamoğlu's arrest, the first meeting took place in Şişli, followed by Beylikdüzü and Başakşehir. Today, the address was Bakırköy.

The gathering started at 20:30, where İmamoğlu's message will be read. Özgür Özel will also address the citizens.

After İmamoğlu's arrest, CHP leader Özgür Özel criticized the situation, calling it a coup attempt. The crowd demonstrated their determination to defend democracy.

These gatherings are seen as part of the struggle to uphold Istanbul's will and democracy. The high turnout reflects the public's sensitivity to this issue.