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Jailed Istanbul mayor appears in court as supporters gather outside his prison

Supporters chanted slogans outside Silivri Prison (Francisco Seco/AP)

Fri, 11 Apr, 2025 - 11:52

Andrew Wilks, Associated Press

Istanbul’s jailed opposition mayor appeared in court on Friday in one of multiple cases against him.

Hundreds of supporters gathered outside Silivri prison, west of Istanbul, where the hearing was taking place.

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