Standing up for Istanbul’s mayor will strengthen European security
Sinanoglu, SemuhiExternal Publications (2025)
published on globalpolicyjournal.com, 27.03.2025
Semuhi Sinanoglu argues that by remaining silent on Imamoglu’s arrest, Europe jeopardizes its own future security, trading a pro-democracy partner for a full-blown autocratic regime. Europe still has leverage—particularly in the defense sector—but must use it now to push for his release and competitive elections.