Özel says CHP ‘de facto’ shut down, vows to reclaim control
Alperen Karaköse - ANKARA
Ousted main opposition chair Özgür Özel on June 23 argued that the Republican People’s Party (CHP) had been “de facto” shut down amid an escalating leadership battle, while pledging to regain control of the party and lead it to power.
“All organized structures are being targeted. Unfortunately, the CHP is under occupation through appointments made by the palace,” Özel said at his party’s weekly meeting in parliament.
His comments came as speculation continued over whether Özel and his allies could form a new political party or join an existing one following his removal from office.
