Turkish authorities detain Istanbul Mayor

Turkish authorities have detained Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu as part of an investigation into corruption and terror links. The state-run Anadolu Agency reported that prosecutors also issued warrants for around 100 other people, including businessmen and journalists. Imamoglu was detained early this morning and taken to



police headquarters. 

Authorities have banned demonstrations in Istanbul for four days in an apparent effort to prevent protests following the arrest. Ekrem Imamoglu is considered the political rival of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.