A Turkish court annulled the Istanbul congress of the opposition CHP party, citing procedural irregularities, which critics see as a move to weaken the party. This decision led to the dismissal of Istanbul chair Özgür Çelik and the appointment of an interim committee. The ruling follows a legal challenge against the CHP's congress and coincides with a crackdown on CHP-controlled municipalities, including the arrest of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu. Critics claim the legal actions are politically motivated, while the government insists on judicial independence. The CHP plans to appeal the ruling. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)