The Erdogan Party gives opposition to victory in the fight for the main cities of Turkey. For the first time in 20 years, the local municipal elections are leading the opposition party for the first time in 20 years.
At today's vote, deputies, as well as more than 1300 mayors are elected throughout the country. The opposition “Republican People's Party” (NRP) is leading in the elections of 38.82%. The ruling "Party of Justice and Development", which is the chairman of the country President Recep TaiP Erdogan, is gaining 37.28%.
In the largest Turkish cities of Istanbul, Ankara, Izmiri, Bursi and Adani, the ruling Erdogan Party is losing the “Republican People's Party” (NRP). In Istanbul in the elections with more than 50% there is a current mayor from NRP Ekrem Imammagl. In the past, it is known for the "pan". In May 2019, after the victory of Mammalla in Istanbul elections, the Turkish CEC tried to cancel the results of the vote, and then the residents of sleeping areas staged a "pot of protest" and every night thundered on pots and frying pans. Until Imammogla became the mayor of Istanbul.
In general, the Battle for Istanbul is a key point in the current political confrontation. This city is one of the main economic centers of Turkey, making a huge contribution to the country's GDP. The increase in the role of opposition, according to local political scientists, can directly affect the possible result of the 2028 presidential election. Earlier, 71-year-old Erdogan stated that last year's presidential elections were his last election, and he will no longer be able to run for 2028. However, a number of Erdogan opponents believe that he wanted to use a possible victory in this year's Istanbul municipal elections, then amend the Constitution and run for a presidential position again.
Judging by the previous results, Erdogan will not only return Istanbul, but also lose a number of provinces.
