Erdogan’s Islamist Party Suffers Historic Defeat in Mayoral Elections in Turkey After 22 Years
by Jim Hᴏft Secular Party Surpasses Ruling Party for First Time Sparking Nationwide Celebrations The political landscape of Turkey has undergone a seismic shift after Sunday’s local elections. The main secular opposition, the Republican People’s Party (CHP), seized control of key cities and broke President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s Islamic-oriented Justice and Development Party (AKP) ‘s 22-year rule. The CHP not only retained its hold over Istanbul and Ankara but also extended its influence to traditionally AKP-dominated provinces. With over 90% of the votes counted, Istanbul’s incumbent Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu (CHP) and Ankara’s Mayor Mansur Yavas (CHP) celebrated resounding victories,...
by Jim Hᴏft Secular Party Surpasses Ruling Party for First Time Sparking Nationwide Celebrations The political landscape of Turkey has undergone a seismic shift after Sunday’s local elections. The main secular opposition, the Republican People’s Party (CHP), seized control...
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