Turkiye’s ousted opposition leader says preparing for possible new party

“A formal step could be taken toward ‌the end of July or the beginning of ‌August,” Ozel said

The government denies such assertions, saying the judiciary is independent

July 15, 2026 17:03

ISTANBUL: Turkiye’s ousted ‌main opposition CHP leader said on Wednesday that preparations are under way for the possible establishment of a new political party, but any formal step would wait until after ongoing legal proceedings.