Turkey's opposition appears set to retain key cities, preliminary local election results show
Turkey's main opposition party maintains control over key cities in local elections, posing a significant challenge to President Erdogan's ambitions.
- Bilawal Riaz
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Turkey’s main opposition party looks set to maintain control over key cities in the local elections, dealing a blow to President Erdogan’s ambitions. Preliminary results show the Republican People’s Party leading in Istanbul and Ankara. This outcome marks a significant challenge to Erdogan, who had aimed to reclaim these urban areas. The elections are viewed as a test of Erdogan’s popularity and could impact his plans for a new constitution. The high turnout saw some incidents of violence, but overall, the process ran smoothly. If the opposition secures victory in Istanbul, it may signal unity and potential future challenges to Erdogan’s rule.