Turkey: Erdogan’s Party Loses Local Elections in Major Upset
Istanbul Mayor-Elect Ekrem İmamoğlu said result “marks the end of democratic erosion in Turkey and the resurgence of democracy.”
Istanbul Mayor-Elect Ekrem İmamoğlu said result “marks the end of democratic erosion in Turkey and the resurgence of democracy.”
A generation of Turks, craving modernization and disappointed in the current government, associate their dreams and desires for a democratic Turkey with the name of Atatürk.
Ever since 2015, migration has been a central issue for most European nations. It is expected to become increasingly debated in Brussels as the European
Ratification is expected before the Turkish parliament goes into recess in mid-April, bringing Finland one step closer to NATO membership.
After meeting the Finnish President, Erdoğan will likely ratify Finland’s application within a month. Sweden, however, will probably have to wait until after May’s elections.
Given the state of play, Erdoğan’s chances of extending his 20-year presidency have significantly improved.
While the move to join NATO without Sweden has overwhelming support and has been long anticipated, there are still some doubts being raised over the decision.
The U.S. secretary of state urged Greece and Turkey “to not take any unilateral actions or use any charged rhetoric that would only make things more difficult and more challenging.”
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