Özgür Özel pushes for reelection as uncertainty reigns in Türkiye’s CHP

Özgür Özel, previously ousted as chair of Türkiye’s main opposition Republican People’s Party (CHP) last May, is now seeking reelection in an extraordinary congress. This move comes amid widespread uncertainty within the party, as internal divisions and leadership challenges continue to plague the CHP. Özel’s push for a return to leadership could either unify the party or deepen its fractures, impacting its role in the upcoming elections. The outcome of this internal struggle will be crucial for the CHP’s future influence and its ability to challenge the ruling party.