European Commission President von der Leyen: Concerning
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has reacted to the detention of Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu. Von der Leyen described the events as "deeply concerning."
Ursula von der Leyen issued a statement regarding the detention of Ekrem İmamoğlu.
"IT IS OF CRITICAL IMPORTANCE"
Describing the events as a "deeply concerning" development, von der Leyen stated to reporters: "Turkey must uphold democratic values, especially the rights of elected officials.
We want Turkey to remain committed to Europe, but this requires a clear commitment to democratic norms and practices.
It is of critical importance that Turkey respects these fundamental principles."
News Source: 12punto
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