Turkey floats earlier 2028 vote to let Erdogan run again

· Politics · Turkey

Turkey will probably hold its 2028 elections earlier than expected, a presidential adviser said Thursday, a move that would allow President Tayyip Erdogan to sidestep constitutional limits and run again. The early vote could reset term limits and extend Erdogan's rule, which has lasted more than two decades. The proposal is likely to face opposition from critics who accuse him of eroding democratic institutions.

Why it matters：An early election could entrench Erdogan's rule and reshape Turkey's role in NATO and regional politics.

Key points

  • A presidential adviser said Turkey will probably hold the 2028 elections early
  • The move would let Erdogan sidestep constitutional limits and run again
  • Erdogan has ruled for more than two decades

Sources (original reporting)

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