The detention of Ekrem İmamoğlu has sparked a significant debate in Turkey. CHP leader Özgür Özel described this situation as a coup attempt.

Özel stated, "Using power to decide in place of the people or to obstruct their will is a coup." These statements resonated widely in the political arena.

Following İmamoğlu's detention, the CHP called for a ballot for the upcoming primary elections on March 23. Özel emphasized, "We will invite people to the polls, even if we are in the grave."

Özel also remarked, "The state has changed hands. No intervention against the people's will will go unanswered." He called for unity among the public.

This incident has reignited discussions about democracy and public will in Turkey. Özel concluded, "The real power lies with the people, and in the end, the people will prevail."