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Ozel’s New Party: Will the Split in the Republican People’s Party Pave Erdogan’s Way to a New Term?

a month ago

A court ruling that restored Kemal Kilicdaroglu to the CHP leadership has split Turkiye’s main opposition, with Ozgur Ozel launching a new party in a move that could either reshape the opposition or strengthen President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s position ahead of the 2028 elections.

Turkiye: How Early Elections Ignited Political Tension Between the Ruling Party and the Opposition

Murad Jandali

4 months ago

Following a string of arrests of mayors of CHP-run municipalities on charges of corruption, the CHP has escalated calls for an early election.

How the CHP Crisis Is Impacting the Turkish Political Landscape

Murad Jandali

a year ago

If the court rules against the CHP on October 24, Ozgur Ozel’s leadership could be removed and replaced by state-appointed trustees or Kemal Kilicdaroglu.

Arrests and Judicial Escalation Against the Turkish Opposition: Anti-Corruption or Political Motives?

Murad Jandali

a year ago

Turkish authorities continued their crackdown on opposition figures, arresting three CHP mayors on July 5 as part of investigations into bribery, organized crime, and tender manipulation.

Turkish Writer: Two Ways for Erdogan’s Third Term—Imamoglu Sparks Suspicion (Exclusive)

a year ago

In an interview with Al-Estiklal, former AK party MP Rasul Tosun discussed Turkiye’s regional ambitions, the controversy surrounding Ekrem Imamoglu, and Erdogan’s possible 3rd term; he also criticized the Islamic world’s inaction on Gaza facing Israeli terrorism.

The Terrifying Istanbul Earthquake: Why Did the Turks Cast Their Anger at Ekrem Imamoglu?

a year ago

Istanbul residents are frustrated with suspended mayor Ekrem Imamoglu for failing to fulfill earthquake preparedness promises and mismanaging funds.