On April 23, Turkey experienced a 6.2 magnitude earthquake that caused panic in Istanbul, leading to injuries but no deaths. Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, imprisoned on corruption charges, was unable to assist. Critics argue that his imprisonment is politically motivated, aimed at silencing opposition to President Erdogan, who is accused of authoritarianism. Protests erupted following Imamoglu's arrest, highlighting widespread discontent with Erdogan's regime. The international community's inaction raises questions about geopolitical interests overshadowing human rights concerns in Turkey.