X Restricts Istanbul Mayor's Account Amidst Political Tensions
X, a social media platform, has blocked access to Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu's account in Turkey as per a court order. Despite complying, X is legally contesting this decision, citing concerns over freedom of expression. Imamoglu's arrest and the account's restriction are seen as politically motivated.
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The social media platform X has blocked access to the account of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu in Turkey, following a court order. This move marks the latest actions targeting a significant rival to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
Elon Musk's X, despite complying with the order, has expressed disagreement and is legally challenging the decision. The platform argues that the action is essential to avoid severe consequences, such as throttling the entire platform in Turkey.
Imamoglu, who was arrested on corruption charges, is seen by many as a key opposition figure to Erdogan's rule. The move to restrict his account has drawn international attention, sparking debates on freedom of expression and political fairness within Turkey.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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