Detained Istanbul Mayor İmamoğlu sends Father's Day video message

Ekrem İmamoğlu, the detained Mayor of Istanbul and a presidential candidate for the main opposition Republican People's Party (CHP), released a video message to mark Father's Day. The message was shared on his social media accounts.

In the video, İmamoğlu conveyed his wishes for Turkey, stating, "All children of this country deserve to live in a country where hope prevails over fear, brotherhood over division, and justice over despair." He extended his "heartfelt Father's Day greetings" to all fathers who think of their children, those who miss their children, and all children who miss their fathers.

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All children of this country deserve to live in a country where hope prevails over fear, brotherhood over division, and justice over despair.

The message comes amid İmamoğlu's ongoing legal challenges, which have led to his detention and a political ban. Despite these circumstances, he continues to engage with the public and express his political vision. The timing of the Father's Day message highlights his efforts to connect with citizens on a personal level while addressing broader societal aspirations.

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Today, I wholeheartedly congratulate the Father's Day of every father who thinks of his child, every father who misses his child, and every child who misses his father. It's good that you exist.