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Turkey moves closer toward a presidential election runoff

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan was locked in a tight election race, with a make-or-break runoff against his chief challenger possible as the final votes were counted.

WEKU

The week in TV: City on Fire; Turkey: Empire of Erdogan; Kids; Mulligan – review

Uptown and downtown collide in a crowded New York thriller; the BBC attempts to get inside the mind of the Turkish president; and an exemplary docuseries meets young people in care

The Guardian - UK

In Turkey election, Erdogan doesn't flinch as he fights for political life

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan has nurtured an image of a robust and invincible leader over his two decades in power, yet he appears vulnerable as the political landscape may be shifting in favour of his opponent in Sunday's presidential vote.

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Turkey's upbeat Kilicdaroglu says election will bring a new spring

He is not as charismatic as Turkey's President Tayyip Erdogan, but mild-mannered Kemal Kilicdaroglu is optimistic about his chances of beating Erdogan in Sunday's election, promising a new spring after two decades of his rival's tumultuous governance.

Reuters

Turks vote in an election that may end strongman Tayyip Erdogan’s two decades in power

Turks are voting in one of the most consequential elections in Turkey's 100-year history, with Tayyip Erdogan fighting for his political life

The New Daily

Syria's main insurgent group seeks to move away from al-Qaida past, get off Western terrorism lists

The leader of the most powerful al-Qaida-linked group in northwest Syria is rebranding his organization by moving away from extremist factions

The Independent UK

Voting starts in Turkey elections

Turks began voting on Sunday in one of the most consequential elections in modern Turkey's 100-year history, which will decide whether President Tayyip Erdogan extends his two decades in power.

Reuters

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Turkey's elections for presidency, parliament set to begin

Voters in Turkey go to the polls on Sunday for pivotal parliamentary and presidential elections that are expected to be tightly contested and could be the biggest challenge Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan faces in his two decades in power

The Independent UK

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.

Al Jazeera

Turkey faces runoff election with Erdogan leading

Turkey headed for a runoff vote after President Tayyip Erdogan led over his opposition rival Kemal Kilicdaroglu in Sunday's election but fell short of an outright majority to extend his 20-year rule of the NATO-member country.

Reuters

Syria extends permission on post-quake aid border crossings

Bab Alsalama and al-Ra’i will remain open for an additional period of three months ending on 13 August.

Al Jazeera

Turkey’s Erdogan, Kilicdaroglu end campaigning before election

The president and his challenger pick megalopolis Istanbul, capital Ankara for last public events to boost support.

Al Jazeera

On final day of campaign, Erdogan accuses Turkish opposition of working with Biden

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan held his last election rallies in Istanbul on Saturday, accusing the opposition of working with U.S. President Joe Biden to topple him while making a final appeal ahead of the biggest challenge to his 20-year rule.

Reuters

Recep Tayyip Erdoğan hands out gifts in desperate bid to win re-election

The Turkish president is behind in polls for Sunday’s vote and has resorted to promises of free natural gas, and claims that the country has struck oil

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Volunteer army of election monitors prepare to protect Turkey's vote

Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is predicted to face his toughest re-election challenge yet t as votes head to the pools today. Amid growing concerns over voter security, opposition and non-governmental organisations are stepping up efforts to ensure a fair poll.

Manchester Evening News

Eurovision final 2023: Which nation each country is likely to award points

A Eurovision calculator can work out who each country is most likely to tactically vote for in 2023

WEKU

How Recep Tayyip Erdogan became Turkey's most powerful leader

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is facing a united opposition in Sunday's election that threatens his grip on power. But how did Erdogan manage to stay untouched for so long?

The Independent UK

Campaigning in Turkey's pivotal elections nearing end

Turkish politicians are holding final rallies on the last hours of campaigning before Sunday’s pivotal presidential and parliamentary elections that would significantly shape the NATO member’s future

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Bangkok Post

Erdogan leads prayers as he fights for political life

ISTANBUL: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan will lead Saturday prayers at Istanbul's iconic Hagia Sophia mosque, ahead of a battle for his political life against a powerful secular rival.

Al Jazeera

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.

Al Jazeera

Kilicdaroglu: The challenger who could unseat Erdogan

Turkey’s polls this weekend will pit opposition leader Kemal Kilicdaroglu against incumbent President Erdogan.

Daily Mirror

Headteacher who claimed she had Covid caught flying to Turkey leaves £90k job on full pay

Alicia Reid, 54, was head at the Stranraer Academy, Wigtownshire, but has now left her £90,000 role after 18 months of suspension on full pay following being pictured at Glasgow Airport while claiming to be self-isolating

Al Jazeera

Turkey’s Antakya gears up to vote amid earthquake devastation

Thousands of residents who left the southern city face additional challenges in exercising their franchise.

Al Jazeera

Turkey’s Kilicdaroglu accuses Russia of interfering in elections

Kemal Kilicdaroglu, who is President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s main rival, says Moscow is behind ‘deepfake content’.

Manchester Evening News

Political Eurovision - who votes for who?

Eurovision is back in the UK for the first time since 1998, but have you ever wondered which countries always vote for each other - and never vote for the UK?

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