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flag Dilek Kaya Imamoglu, wife of jailed Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, advocates for political dissent and democracy amid Turkey’s crackdown on opposition.

flag Dilek Kaya Imamoglu, wife of jailed Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, has emerged as a public figure since her husband’s imprisonment, attending rallies and supporting other families of detained opposition members. flag Speaking to AFP, she described the emotional toll of his detention but said it has strengthened their resolve. flag She criticized the impact on Turkish democracy, highlighting the suppression of political dissent, and affirmed her commitment to continuing the fight, stating, “We hold onto one another and keep fighting.” Her activism reflects growing tensions between Turkey’s government and opposition, as family members increasingly take on roles in sustaining resistance amid rising repression.

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