CHP

Turkey's main opposition party splits, challenging Erdogan's AKP

Former CHP leader Ozgur Ozel and 90 defecting lawmakers have formed the New Party, reshaping Turkey's political landscape and posing a new challenge to President Erdogan. The split follows a court ruling that annulled Ozel's election as CHP chairman, which he calls judicial interference. The New Party is expected to draw CHP voters but may also fragment the opposition, potentially benefiting Erdogan.