"The polarized media environment in Turkey, largely controlled by the government, dictates what narratives reach the public, sidelining opposition perspectives and critical coverage."
"Erol Onderoglu notes that nearly 85% of Turkish media is under Erdoganâs control, emphasizing the lack of pluralism and the distortion of news reporting."
Recent protests in Istanbul against the government were largely ignored by pro-government media, which instead highlighted President Erdogan's achievements. This media bias demonstrates the extent of control Erdogan has over Turkish media, with approximately 85% of outlets under his influence, as noted by experts. Opposition coverage, limited to smaller independent channels and newspapers, provides a contrasting narrative, particularly regarding the conditions surrounding the arrest of Istanbul's mayor, Ekrem Imamoglu. This imbalance has cultivated a toxic media environment, stifling pluralism and fair representation of dissenting views.
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