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Istanbul Revokes Mayor's Diploma, Sparks Democracy Fears

3/18/2025

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Istanbul University has revoked Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu's diploma from 1990, a move that could jeopardize his 2028 presidential aspirations. Imamoglu decries the decision as unlawful and intends to fight it. Critics warn this act threatens democracy, suggesting it is a politically motivated attack amid his ongoing legal battles against the government.

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Istanbul University has revoked Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu's diploma from 1990, a move that could jeopardize his 2028 presidential aspirations. Imamoglu decries the decision as unlawful and intends to fight it. Critics warn this act threatens democracy, suggesting it is a politically motivated attack amid his ongoing legal battles against the government.