Hamza Dağ
Two MPs, 15 mayors set to join AKP, says deputy leader
Two deputies and 15 mayors will be joining the ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP), deputy leader Hamza Dağ announced on Aug. 13.
"Our AKP is a party that is always stronger, new, alive and young with the power it derives from its roots," Dağ said during a press conference discussing the programs planned for the party's 23rd anniversary.
Özel praises CHP's emphasis on women, young candidates
Main opposition Republican People's Party (CHP) leader Özgür Özel has extolled his party's nomination of a high number of women and young candidates while pledging to further enhance their presence within the party's ranks in the future.
Erdoğan vows to 'fix İzmir's deficiencies' after polls
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has vowed to "rejuvenate" the traditionally opposition-governed city of İzmir if his ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) secures victory in the upcoming municipal elections.