Murat Emir reacts to Çankaya Municipality operation: 'We will never bow down, we will not take a step back'

CHP Group Deputy Chair Murat Emir strongly criticized the early morning operation against Çankaya Municipality, labeling it as unjust, unlawful, and a perversion of legal procedures. Speaking at a protest outside the municipality building, Emir asserted that the operation, which led to the arrest of 36 individuals including Mayor Hüseyin Can Güner, was an attempt to undermine the will of Ankara's citizens and surrender it to a few officials in the judiciary.

"We are here to state that we will not accept this unlawful operation against Çankaya Municipality," Emir declared. He emphasized the commitment to defending the will of the people of Çankaya, democracy, votes, and justice. Emir accused the judiciary of fabricating charges and orchestrating a "dirty political operation" against CHP cadres, stating that such actions lacked legality and justice. He vowed that the CHP would stand firm against these operations and ensure those responsible are defeated at the ballot box.

Emir defended Mayor Hüseyin Can Güner and his colleagues, asserting their integrity and the absence of any wrongdoing. He highlighted Çankaya's role as the heart of the capital city, a place for service and listening to citizens' concerns, not a base for criminal organizations. The swiftness and manner of the operation, he argued, demonstrated the desperation of authorities who have failed to find any evidence of corruption.

Addressing judges and prosecutors, Emir pleaded for justice and adherence to the law. He urged them not to imprison Güner and other officials, appealing to their respect for the law and the principle of innocence. Emir concluded by stating that the CHP is walking hand-in-hand with the nation, implying a strong connection with the public and a resolve to fight for democratic principles.