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.
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 Erdogan’s control, emphasizing the lack of pluralism and the distortion of news reporting.
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