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How much support is there for Imamoglu, Istanbul’s jailed mayor?

As mass rallies continue in Turkiye and the CHP plans its next move, we take a look at the man at the heart of protests.

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Analysis: Call to disband PKK reshapes Turkiye, Syria power dynamics

Ocalan’s call comes as value of armed fight diminishes, and Kurdish political participation grew – will this continue?

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ICJ bid, Instagram ban latest signs Turkey is moving away from Israel

The Turkish government has been criticised by some for not doing enough for Gaza, but it has moved to cut many ties.

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Analysis: Ruling party errors give Turkey’s opposition hope for future

Local elections point to a strengthening opposition, as external problems and internal issues cause AK Party to stumble.

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Who is Istanbul Mayor Imamoglu who stormed Turkey local election results?

Opposition party CHP deals surprise blows to Erdogan as hopes raised for Imamoglu presidency in 2028.

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Turkey’s opposition in electoral battle to keep hold of major cities

CHP has control of local government in Istanbul and Ankara, but may find it hard to keep hold of them in March 31 vote.

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Fears of AI disinformation cast shadow over Turkish local elections

Turkish politicians have denounced the use of what they say are manipulated images and videos for electoral advantage.

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Turkey’s Camlica Mosque: Ottoman heritage or modern nationalism?

While Turkish nationalism has traditionally been tied to secular symbols of the republic, the mosque reflects change.

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Erdogan promises supporters ‘bigger victory’ in run-off election

Erdogan’s campaign so far focuses on certain key areas, many designed to shore up nationalist and conservative support.

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Disbelief in Diyarbakir as Turkey heads for presidential run-off

Turkey’s Kurdish-majority southeast voted overwhelmingly for Kilicdaroglu, but it wasn’t enough to beat Erdogan.

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Turkey to vote in key election, Erdogan faces toughest test yet

Opposition led by ex-civil servant is looking to unseat the long-time leader; Turks are also voting for parliament.

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Erdogan: The man who has dominated Turkish politics for 20 years

As Turks gear up to vote this weekend, here’s a look at key moments during the rule of Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

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Turkey’s opposition opens up to the hijab

The CHP used to back a ban on the hijab in public life in Turkey. It’s changed its tone, but not everyone trusts it.

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Don’t take our votes for granted, warn Kurdish voters in Turkey

Turkey’s main pro-Kurdish party backs the president’s rival, but some voters feel they have few choices in elections.

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Turkey's Erdogan is facing re-election to hold onto power – can a divided opposition oust the strongman?

As Turkish voters head to polls for the presidential and parliamentary elections on May 14, the biggest question is whether President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s two-decade-long grip on power can be challenged.

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