Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu made important statements regarding recent developments. He criticized the pressures on the media and the appointment of a trustee.

In his remarks to TELE1, Imamoğlu stated, "Let's be clear; this is a collapse," referring to the recent events as a severe censorship against democracy. He also criticized the detention of Merdan Yanardağ and the subsequent trustee appointment.

Imamoğlu also addressed the business community, saying, "No one should say nothing will happen to me." He emphasized that no one is safe in an environment without law and justice.

Furthermore, he pointed out the police blockade at the CHP Istanbul Provincial Headquarters, stating that this issue has become a matter of the country. He called on all political parties to take action.

Finally, Imamoğlu asked, "What has this malicious mind not destroyed?" urging the public to unite. He stressed the importance of vigilance during this process.