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Wednesday, September 9, 2026

Al-Estiklal Newspaper

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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?

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

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

Murad Jandali

5 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

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?

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.

Opposition Challenges Erdogan: How Turkiye Entered a New Phase of Political Conflict

Opposition Challenges Erdogan: How Turkiye Entered a New Phase of Political Conflict

Murad Jandali

a year ago

Between street pressure and judicial tactics, Turkiye's political landscape is at a pivotal moment as the opposition challenges President Recep Tayyip Erdogan by calling for early elections.