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Turkey election 2023

Turkey votes on May 14 in what may be the toughest test yet for President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. Six opposition parties have united to compete against him.

People holding waving flags at an election rally — Image: Gülsen Solaker/DW

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Fact check: Turkey's Erdogan shows false Kilicdaroglu video

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan showed a video linking his main rival to the PKK. But the footage is manipulated.

Turkey elections: More than just a change of government

Who are President Erdogan's rivals? What are the electoral alliances and how fair has the campaign been?

Turkish activist Osman Kavala: Exclusive interview from jail

The Turkish human rights activist has been imprisoned in Turkey since 2017. DW asked him about his hopes for Turkey.

Elections in Turkey: Is Erdogan losing power?

Turkey's president is being criticized for how he's managed the aftermath of the earthquake crisis.

Turkey: Erdogan returns to election trail after illness

The Turkish president contracted gastroenteritis that kept him off the campaign trail for three days.

Turkey election: Polls open for voters in Germany

Some 1.5 million Turkish citizens are eligible to vote, with 16 ballot stations approved in Germany.

Turkey's Erdogan cancels events after falling ill on live TV

Recep Tayyip Erdogan cleared his calendar on Wednesday and Thursday after falling ill during a televised interview.

Why many Turks in Germany still vote for Erdogan

Why do many Turks living in Germany continue to support President Recep Tayyip Erdogan?

Turkey elections: Refugees are a top political issue

Ahead of the May 14 parliamentary and presidential elections, almost all parties are fueling anti-refugee sentiment.

Turkey vote: Who are Erdogan's allies?

President Erdogan is known as a canny tactician. Ahead of the May 14 vote, he's rallying support from smaller parties.

Turkish quake victims doubt government's rebuilding promises

Government promises to rebuild houses destroyed in an earthquake within a year are met with skepticism.

Turkey vote: Who's running against Erdogan?

Turkish voters go to the polls on May 14 and could well reject long-time President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

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