Erdogan's Controlling , AK Party Dealt Major Blow , in Local Elections.
On March 31, Turkey's local election saw the controlling
Justice and Development (AK) Party register
its biggest lost to the nation's main opposition party.
On March 31, Turkey's local election saw the controlling
Justice and Development (AK) Party register
its biggest lost to the nation's main opposition party.
CNN reports that the opposition Republican
People’s Party (CHP) claimed victories in a
number of key cities, including Ankara and Istanbul.
The election for city mayors, district mayors and other
local level officials saw President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's
AK Party lose the popular vote for the first time since 2002.
The losses come nearly one year after Erdogan narrowly
won re-election in May, securing a close runoff vote
victory over opposition leader Kemal Killicdaroglu.
The losses come nearly one year after Erdogan narrowly
won re-election in May, securing a close runoff vote
victory over opposition leader Kemal Killicdaroglu.
According to Turkey's High Electoral Council, preliminary
results showed the CHP wining 35 out of 81 municipalities,
which includes 14 out of 30 of the country's urban areas.
State broadcaster TRT said Erdogan's main political
rival in the CHP, Ekrem Imamoglu, was reelected as
the mayor of Istanbul, earning 51.1% of the vote.
The period of
one-man rule
is over today, Ekrem Imamoglu, CHP Mayor of Istanbul, via CNN.
As we celebrate our victory, we send
a resounding message to the world:
the decline of democracy ends now.
Istanbul stands as a beacon of hope,
a testament to the resilience of democratic
values in the face of rising authoritarianism, Ekrem Imamoglu, CHP Mayor of Istanbul, via CNN.
Other major CHP victories were scored in Ankara, where
incumbent mayor Mansur Yavas won 60.4% of the vote,
and in Izmir, where Cemil Tugay secured 48.9% of the vote.
Other major CHP victories were scored in Ankara, where
incumbent mayor Mansur Yavas won 60.4% of the vote,
and in Izmir, where Cemil Tugay secured 48.9% of the vote.
CNN reports that the most recent elections came amid
an economic downturn that has persisted despite
Erdogan's adoption of more mainstream economic policies.
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Turkey's main opposition party clinched major victories in Istanbul and Ankara, dealing a significant blow to President Erdogan's AK Party. Ekrem Imamoglu secured Istanbul while Mansur Yavas won Ankara, marking a historic defeat for Erdogan in his stronghold cities. This setback signals growing discontent with Erdogan's leadership amidst economic challenges.
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Amid escalating tension in the Middle East, US Secretary of State Antony Blinken engaged in diplomatic talks with regional leaders after Iran's strikes on Israel. The US reiterated support for Israel's defence and emphasized diplomatic efforts to de-escalate the crisis. The situation remains tense, with Israel assessing its response.
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Sweden Officially Joins, NATO Military Alliance.
On March 7, Sweden officially joined NATO,
ending centuries of neutrality.
CNBC reports that after almost two years
since first applying, Sweden has become
the military alliance's 32nd member.
NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg
confirmed the news, saying that Sweden
was “taking its rightful place at our table.”.
Sweden’s accession makes
NATO stronger, Sweden safer,
and the whole Alliance more secure.
I look forward to raising their
flag at NATO HQ on Monday, Jens Stoltenberg, NATO Secretary-General, via CNBC.
Earlier this week, Swedish Prime Minister
Ulf Kristersson visited Washington
to deliver the final documents. .
CNBC reports that Sweden's
previous policy of neutrality dates
back to the Napoleonic wars.
In order to join the military alliance, all existing
members must approve any new members, which
ultimately delayed the process of Sweden's accession.
Both Hungary and Turkey opposed
Sweden's bid to join the alliance, citing
varying reasons for delaying their approval.
Both Hungary and Turkey opposed
Sweden's bid to join the alliance, citing
varying reasons for delaying their approval.
Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orban said the
country opposed Sweden joining NATO based on
its criticism of the state of democracy in Hungary.
Turkey opposed Sweden's bid based on claims that
the country was too tolerant of groups viewed as
security threats to the Turkish government.
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Iraq's recent criminalization of LGBT individuals, Google's controversial actions against protesters, Hamas's release of footage featuring hostages, and more are discussed in this Oneindia News video. Stay updated on the latest developments by watching now!
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France's foreign minister announced plans to engage in discussions with Lebanese officials on Sunday to address tensions between Hezbollah and Israel and prevent potential conflict. Earlier this year, Foreign Minister Stephane Sejourne proposed a plan that involves Hezbollah pulling back 10 km from the Israeli border while Israel halts strikes in southern Lebanon. This proposal, discussed with partners including the U.S., aims to maintain momentum amid Israeli threats of military action in southern Lebanon. Tensions have escalated, particularly following Iran's missile strikes on Israel in response to events in Syria, leading to increased exchanges between Israel and Hezbollah.
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Learn about Lavender and Gospel, two advanced AI systems aiding Israel's military in tracking Hamas operatives in Gaza. These AI recruits have sparked debates over their ethical and legal implications. Stay informed on the latest developments in modern warfare.
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An earthquake with a magnitude of 6.5 shook Indonesia's Java island, causing widespread tremors. Despite the intensity, there was no tsunami alert issued by the BMKG. The USGS reported the quake's depth at 68.3 kilometers (42 miles). Stay updated on the latest seismic activity.
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Greetings and welcome another episode of International News Wrap, your premier destination for global updates, brought to you exclusively by OneIndia. In today's segment, we present a diverse array of stories ranging from Russian missiles pounding Ukrainian power plants to Chinese military activity in Taiwan. Join us as we delve into the day's most significant international developments, ensuring you stay abreast of the latest events unfolding worldwide.
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