Türkiye’s CHP launches election process as infighting mounts

Turkey's main opposition party, the Republican People’s Party (CHP), has kicked off its election process for a new leadership, despite growing internal conflicts. The party ignored a call for an extraordinary congress by former Chair Özgür Özel, opting instead for an ordinary congress in September. This move is significant as it highlights the ongoing power struggles within the CHP, potentially impacting its ability to challenge the ruling party effectively. The timing and leadership of these elections could determine the party’s future cohesion and electoral prospects.