The mayor of Istanbul, a significant challenger to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, was formally arrested on Sunday and placed in jail as he awaits trial for corruption allegations. This move came after a search of his home earlier this week, which triggered the most extensive street protests in Turkey in over a decade. This incident has intensified worries about democracy and the rule of law in Turkey. Andrew Hilliar of FRANCE 24 provides an analysis of the recent events.

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