Kurdish leader Ocalan told the PKK to disband, it did: Here’s what to know PKK leader Abdullah Ocalan is leading peace efforts to end a Kurdish armed rebellion against Turkiye after four decades. Al Jazeera · May 13, 2025
How much support is there for Imamoglu, Istanbul’s jailed mayor? As mass rallies continue in Turkiye and the CHP plans its next move, we take a look at the man at the heart of protests. Al Jazeera · Apr 6, 2025
Analysis: Call to disband PKK reshapes Turkiye, Syria power dynamics Ocalan’s call comes as value of armed fight diminishes, and Kurdish political participation grew – will this continue? Al Jazeera · Mar 12, 2025
ICJ bid, Instagram ban latest signs Turkey is moving away from Israel The Turkish government has been criticised by some for not doing enough for Gaza, but it has moved to cut many ties. Al Jazeera · Aug 8, 2024
Analysis: Ruling party errors give Turkey’s opposition hope for future Local elections point to a strengthening opposition, as external problems and internal issues cause AK Party to stumble. Al Jazeera · Apr 16, 2024
Who is Istanbul Mayor Imamoglu who stormed Turkey local election results? Opposition party CHP deals surprise blows to Erdogan as hopes raised for Imamoglu presidency in 2028. Al Jazeera · Apr 1, 2024
Turkey’s opposition in electoral battle to keep hold of major cities CHP has control of local government in Istanbul and Ankara, but may find it hard to keep hold of them in March 31 vote. Al Jazeera · Mar 31, 2024
Fears of AI disinformation cast shadow over Turkish local elections Turkish politicians have denounced the use of what they say are manipulated images and videos for electoral advantage. Al Jazeera · Mar 28, 2024
Turkey’s Camlica Mosque: Ottoman heritage or modern nationalism? While Turkish nationalism has traditionally been tied to secular symbols of the republic, the mosque reflects change. Al Jazeera · May 22, 2023
Erdogan promises supporters ‘bigger victory’ in run-off election Erdogan’s campaign so far focuses on certain key areas, many designed to shore up nationalist and conservative support. Al Jazeera · May 17, 2023
Disbelief in Diyarbakir as Turkey heads for presidential run-off Turkey’s Kurdish-majority southeast voted overwhelmingly for Kilicdaroglu, but it wasn’t enough to beat Erdogan. Al Jazeera · May 16, 2023
Turkey to vote in key election, Erdogan faces toughest test yet Opposition led by ex-civil servant is looking to unseat the long-time leader; Turks are also voting for parliament. Al Jazeera · May 14, 2023
Erdogan: The man who has dominated Turkish politics for 20 years As Turks gear up to vote this weekend, here’s a look at key moments during the rule of Recep Tayyip Erdogan. Al Jazeera · May 13, 2023
Turkey’s opposition opens up to the hijab The CHP used to back a ban on the hijab in public life in Turkey. It’s changed its tone, but not everyone trusts it. Al Jazeera · May 12, 2023
Al Jazeera · May 10, 2023 Don’t take our votes for granted, warn Kurdish voters in Turkey Turkey’s main pro-Kurdish party backs the president’s rival, but some voters feel they have few choices in elections.
The Conversation · May 8, 2023 Turkey's Erdogan is facing re-election to hold onto power – can a divided opposition oust the strongman? As Turkish voters head to polls for the presidential and parliamentary elections on May 14, the biggest question is whether President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s two-decade-long grip on power can be challenged.