Erdogan confronts polarised Turkey after historic win

Despite a narrow victory margin, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has won his historic run-off election, extending his rule until 2028. Erdogan vowed to unify his divided country and responded to opposition coalition with a conciliatory tone. However, opposition leader Kemal Kilicdaroglu vowed to continue the struggle.

May 29, 2023 - 15:30
Erdogan confronts polarised Turkey after historic win
Despite a narrow victory margin, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has won his historic run-off election, extending his rule until 2028. Erdogan vowed to unify his divided country and responded to opposition coalition with a conciliatory tone. However, opposition leader Kemal Kilicdaroglu vowed to continue the struggle.