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Turkish democracy on trial: how Erdoğan’s rule has undermined justice and weakened his rivals

There has been unrest across Turkey after an appeals court annulled the results of the Republican People’s Party (CHP) 2023 leadership election, deposing the popular winner Özgür Özel.

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Turkish police use water cannon ahead of deposed opposition leader's speech in Izmir

The CHP is level with the ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) in most recent opinion polls and although the next election is not due until 2028, many expect Erdoğan to push for early elections.

Euronews

Turkish police storm main opposition headquarters with tear gas

Officers used tear gas inside the CHP building in Ankara to enforce a controversial judicial decision reinstating former leader Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu. The intrusion has sparked fierce resistance from current party officials, who accuse Kılıçdaroğlu of deploying "mafia thugs" to seize power.

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Turkish court ruling removes head of main opposition party

Ruling annuls 2023 CHP leadership contest and deposes Özgür Özel, the face of opposition to Erdoğan

The Guardian - UK

Turkish court annuls leadership of main opposition CHP party, sparking turmoil

The case concerns allegations of vote buying at the CHP congress in November 2023, with prosecutors alleging that Özgür Özel secured his election as party leader with promises of jobs and other kickbacks.

Euronews

Turkish court again postpones trial against main opposition CHP party

A court in Ankara postponed the "absolute nullity" trial against the current administration of the main opposition party CHP to 24 October.

Euronews

Turkey restricts internet access amid opposition party standoff

Internet in Turkey has been slow due to government throttling after a standoff between police and CHP supporters in Istanbul.

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Özgür Özel re-elected leader of main Turkish opposition party CHP

In a speech to CHP members prior to Sunday's vote, Özel said the opposition was "ready to save Turkey from you," in reference to President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.

Euronews

Turkey: a favourable international climate is spurring Erdoğan’s crackdown on democracy

The Turkish judiciary has finally succeeded in sidelining Istanbul’s mayor, Ekrem İmamoğlu, at the fourth attempt. On the morning of March 19, the 53-year-old posted a video on social media announcing that police had arrived at his home to arrest him on charges of corruption, aiding a terrorist organisation and…

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Europe’s lurch to the right rolls on. Only unity on the left can stop it

Recent polls in Italy, Spain, Greece, Turkey and Finland tell the story of voters swayed by fear and prejudice. Progressive parties – take note Keir Starmer – need a clear, principled agenda to turn that tide

The Guardian - UK

Turkey: Erdoğan wins presidential runoff

"I couldn't breathe before, and now they will try to strangle my throat"

Salon

The Erdogan victory, a triumph for Ottoman glory

As Erdoğan commences his third decade in power, he will ensure that Turkey asserts strategic independence in regional and world affairs

The Hindu

The Guardian view on Erdoğan’s victory: a triumph for polarisation, not unity

Editorial: As he embarks on a third decade in power, Turkey’s president will continue to use sweeping powers to divide and rule

The Guardian - UK

Turkish lira plunges as Erdoğan claims mandate to continue divisive rule

Re-elected president commits to economic unorthodoxy and culture wars suggesting further trouble ahead

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Erdoğan and his hardline allies have won Turkey – women and LGBTQ+ people will pay the price

Five more years of the Turkish president and his radical backers are a daunting prospect for many, says former Guardian Turkey correspondent Constanze Letsch

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Monday briefing: What Erdoğan’s election runoff win means for the future of Turkey

In today’s newsletter: The incumbent president fought off a coalition led by Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu – what happens next for the country?

The Guardian - AU

Morning Mail: Erdoğan claims election victory, Melbourne hit by earthquake, rents soar

Recep Tayyip Erdoğan declares victory over his rival Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu; parts of Melbourne shaken by a 3.8 magnitude earthquake that hit near Sunbury; rental affordability hits decade low

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West caught between fear and hope as Erdoğan extends 20-year rule in Turkey

Re-elected president could take Nato country further towards Russia, or may instead be more open to alternatives

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Turkey election results: presidential vote round two

Sitting president Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has defeated the opposition’s Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu in a runoff election. Find out how Turkish voters decided

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Recep Tayyip Erdoğan declares victory over opposition leader Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu in Türkiye's presidential run-off election

Recep Tayyip Erdoğan will extend his increasingly authoritarian 20-year rule after beating rival Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu in the country's first-ever election run-off .

Axios

Turkey's President Erdoğan wins re-election

Five more years for Turkey's influential strongman.

The Guardian - UK

Recep Tayyip Erdoğan wins Turkish presidential election

Election board confirms victory of incumbent over opposition candidate Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu after runoff

The Guardian - UK

Turkey election 2023 live: Erdoğan declared victor in presidential election – as it happened

Incumbent to rule for another five years after securing more than 52% of the vote

The Guardian - UK

Polls open in Turkish election runoff as Erdoğan hopes to retain power

President has urged supporters not to be complacent amid faltering challenge from Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu

The Guardian - UK

Turkish opposition stirs up anti-immigrant feeling in attempt to win presidency

Both sides seek to harness support of ultra-nationalist right before Sunday’s election, with refugees serving as scapegoats

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