Analysis Erdogan’s CHP move raises early poll prospects as Iran war bleeds Turkey’s economy A court move targeting Turkey’s main opposition party, combined with mounting economic pressure linked to the Iran conflict, is raising expectations of an early vote that could extend President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s rule. By Amberin Zaman Reporting on geopolitics, minorities, human rights, culture
Turkish court ousts CHP leadership amid opposition crackdown The ruling marks a major escalation in the legal crackdown on the CHP, which has already been hit by the imprisonment of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, its presidential candidate. Turkey
Trump envoy Barrack’s embrace of 'strong leaders' sparks fury in Turkey Turkish opposition members say envoy Tom Barrack’s remarks praising “strong leaders” and monarchies undermine Turkey’s democratic tradition and embolden President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. Turkey
Analysis How the Iran war is giving Turkey's Erdogan a big boost Opinion polls show Turks turning to Erdogan as a steady hand during the war, even as the country's finances remain fragile. By Amberin Zaman Reporting on geopolitics, minorities, human rights, culture
Analysis In Turkey, is Bilal Erdogan preparing to replace his father? By Ezgi Akin In Ankara, reporting on diplomacy, EU-Turkey ties, NATO
Analysis Eyeing Turkey, Netanyahu boosts Greece, Cyprus ties ahead of US visit By Ben Caspit In Tel Aviv, reporting on national security, Israeli politics, defense
Turkey’s opposition pledges return to economic orthodoxy, faces uphill task An opposition victory in Turkey’s upcoming elections should put the country back on the path of economic orthodoxy, but the huge cost of the February quakes dictates tough revisions to any economic plans. Turkey
Turkey's industries see biggest decline since 2020 in quake aftermath Production output fell by 8.2% annually in February, the same month the earthquakes wreaked havoc on the country, according to new data. Turkey
Turkey’s Erdogan lays out promises to party base, but offers few details The president pledged a way out of the economic crisis and promised improved living standards ahead of May polls. Turkey
Egypt’s FM to visit Turkey ahead of restoration of ties: Cavusoglu The Turkish government unleashed a fresh regional charm offensive ahead of the critical May 14 vote, as the top Turkish diplomat announced planned and potential meetings with his Egyptian and Syrian counterparts. Turkey
In Turkey, Erdogan challenger attracts solid Kurdish support, a decisive vote Turkey’s opposition leader is likely to receive crucial Kurdish support in his bid to unseat Erdogan in the May 14 polls, but a victory for the opposition remains far from assured. Turkey
Sweden's NATO ratification likely to wait until after Turkey's elections As Finland becomes a NATO member, Sweden’s options are limited before the Turkish elections of May 14. Turkey
Will Turkey’s conservative young women abandon Erdogan and AKP? The conservative women vote played an important role in bringing Erdogan’s AKP to power two decades ago. But according to polls, that segment of Turkish society is looking for alternatives as AKP became too conservative for their taste. Turkey
Russia's Lavrov in Turkey to discuss Syria, Caucasus, possible Putin visit Ankara is eager to see Lavrov's visit followed by Russian President Vladimir Putin's trip on April 27 to inaugurate Turkey's first nuclear power plant, built and financed by a subsidiary of Russia's nuclear energy firm Rosatom. Turkey
Turkey’s earthquake victims face torture and abuse by security forces, rights groups say The lack of government oversight in areas destroyed by the earthquakes has only worsened the abuse committed by security forces. Turkey
Neck-and-neck race in Turkey between Erdogan, Kilicdaroglu Challenger Kemal Kilicdaroglu is showing signs of closing the gap on incumbent President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. Turkey
Bullets hit Turkey's opposition party office ahead of critical polls The suspect held in the incident reportedly told police that he accidentally hit the building. Turkey
Turkey ratifies Finland’s NATO membership Finland’s accession to the alliance will now be finalized by the US State Department and Helsinki. Turkey
