- Jul 21
Deposed Turkish opposition leader Özgür Özel announces new party, could become largest opposition force
The deposed leader of Turkey's main opposition CHP, Özgür Özel, announced the creation of a new social democratic party on Tuesday, with around 80 of 135 CHP lawmakers expected to defect, instantly making it the largest opposition force in parliament.
- May 26
Turkish Police Fire Tear Gas and Water Cannons at Protesters After Court Ousts Opposition Leader Özgür Özel
Riot police in Turkey used tear gas and water cannons to disperse thousands of protesters in Izmir on Tuesday, days after a court ruling removed the elected leader of the main opposition party and reinstated his predecessor.
