How will the local elections in Turkey affect the Middle East? - analysis
The vote was, in essence, a choice between an authoritarian religious party and parties representing a tradition of secular nationalism.
Supporters of Ankara Mayor Mansur Yavas, mayoral candidate of the main opposition Republican People's Party (CHP), celebrate at the CHP headquarters following the early results during the local elections in Ankara, Turkey March 31, 2024.(photo credit: REUTERS/CAGLA GURDOGAN)Updated: