Ozgur Ozel, re-elected as the leader of Turkiye's opposition Republican People's Party (CHP), demanded that President Erdogan call early elections by November due to escalating anti-government protests. Ozel is committed to securing the release of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, a key challenger to Erdogan, who faces serious charges. Over 1,300 delegates attended the CHP convention, held earlier than planned to thwart trustee appointments amid ongoing investigations. Ozel described the public demonstrations following Imamoglu's arrest as significant, indicating widespread discontent with the current administration and bolstering support for the opposition.
Ozel's call for an early presidential election echoes the wide-reaching discontent in Turkiye and aims to leverage the recent protests for a political shift.
The recent demonstrations following Imamoglu's arrest reflect a significant public outcry, positioning him as a key figure in challenging Erdogan's administration.
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