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Turkish opposition leader plans new party to challenge Erdoğan

The move, potentially rupturing the main opposition CHP, comes after months of infighting and could threaten the longtime leader.

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A Turkish opposition leader plans to create a new party, a move that could threaten longtime Turkish leader Erdoğan.

According to reports, the leader is Özgür Özel, who was ousted from his position. The next election is scheduled for 2028.

The Turkish main opposition CHP faces a potentially historic rupture, following months of infighting over the CHP's leadership.

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Sources

  1. Financial Times — Turkish opposition leader to create breakaway party to take on Erdoğan (opens in a new window)
  2. Deutsche Welle — Ousted Turkey opposition leader plans to create a new party (opens in a new window)
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