Justice and Development Party

Political and social instability in Turkey

6 clusters · 17 sources · last updated about 19 hours ago

Latest: Turkey: Challenges regarding the reconstruction of the Republic

Turkey continues to face political and social turbulence characterized by stagnant ideological struggles and perceived societal decay. Recent observations suggest that issues impacting Kurdish populations have remained u

Morocco 2027 Finance Bill and tax reforms

3 clusters · 16 sources · last updated about 21 hours ago

Latest: Morocco Minister outlines income tax reforms to boost purchasing power

Moroccan Minister of Economy, Finance, and Public Performance, Fouzi Lekjaa, presented the 2027 Finance Bill to Parliament, focusing on reinforcing the social state and protecting citizen purchasing power. The budget aim

Moroccan political transition and new government appointment

13 clusters · 348 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Moroccan Prime Minister attends Russia-Africa Summit in Moscow

Following the September 23, 2026, legislative elections, King Mohammed VI appointed Fatima Ezzahra El Mansouri as Morocco’s first female Head of Government. El Mansouri, leader of the Authenticity and Modernity Party (PA

Turkish political debates on election timelines

9 clusters · 82 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Turkish political leaders discuss 2028 election timelines

Turkish political leaders continue to debate the timeline for the 2028 general elections and the legal framework for President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s potential final candidacy. Presidential Advisor Mehmet Uçum has identi

Turkish Parliament Advances Makkah Defense Agreement

40 clusters · 786 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Turkish Parliament Committee approves Mecca Agreement

The Makkah Joint Defense Agreement (MJDA), signed August 7, 2026, by Saudi Arabia, Pakistan, and Turkey, has entered its operational phase. The alliance aims to enhance deterrence against Houthi attacks on Saudi infrastr

Azerbaijan school hijab restrictions and diplomatic fallout

10 clusters · 85 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Turkey and Azerbaijan face diplomatic tensions over school dress codes

Tensions have escalated in Azerbaijan following the enforcement of hijab restrictions in state schools. The controversy stems from the Cabinet of Ministers' decision 309, adopted on September 21, 2026, which restricts cl

Turkish opposition criticism of government actions

2 clusters · 50 sources · last updated 2 days ago

Latest: Erdoğan and Trump discuss Middle East, Yemen, and Ukraine

Özgür Özel, leader of the Republican People's Party (CHP), has issued several critiques regarding the administration of President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. Initially, Özel protested the intervention at Halk TV Istanbul stud

Turkey Blue Homeland maritime doctrine legislation

2 clusters · 15 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Turkey to codify ‘Blue Homeland’ maritime doctrine into domestic law

The ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) in Turkey is drafting legislation to codify the ‘Blue Homeland’ (Mavi Vatan) doctrine into domestic law. The proposed legal framework aims to establish Turkey’s maritime jur

Morocco 2026 election results and government formation

50 clusters · 202 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Morocco Court of Accounts sets 90-day deadline for election campaign filings

Following the September 23, 2026, legislative elections, the Authenticity and Modernity Party (PAM) emerged as the leading force with 97 seats. As no party secured an absolute majority, Head of Government Fatima Zahra Ma

CHP political shifts and legal challenges for Istanbul Mayor

14 clusters · 158 sources · last updated 7 days ago

Latest: Ekrem İmamoğlu official vehicle trial adjourned to 2027

Political shifts within the Republican People's Party (CHP) continue as several local officials defect to the Justice and Development Party (AKP). During an expanded provincial chairmen's meeting in Ankara, President Rec

Cemil Tugay joins AK Parti amid İzmir council deadlock

8 clusters · 118 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: İzmir Mayor Cemil Tugay discusses political shifts and service plans

İzmir Metropolitan Municipality Mayor Cemil Tugay has officially joined the AK Parti following his resignation from the Republican People's Party (CHP). During a meeting in Ankara, President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan presente

Turkey CHP internal crisis and YENİ Parti rise

253 clusters · 470 sources · last updated 12 days ago

Latest: CHP Denizli undergoes management change amid internal disputes

The political landscape in Turkey continues to shift following the formation of the YENİ Parti, led by former CHP MP Özgür Özel. The new party now controls 91 parliamentary seats and has completed organizational work in

Istiqlal Party election results and government formation

10 clusters · 33 sources · last updated 13 days ago

Latest: Istiqlal Party secures 12 ministerial sectors in Morocco’s new government

Following the September 23, 2026, legislative elections, the Istiqlal Party secured 65 seats in the 395-seat Chamber of Representatives, ranking third in total seat count. The party demonstrated significant strength in M

PAM leads 2026 elections amid social demands and internal's

27 clusters · 59 sources · last updated 15 days ago

Latest: Moroccan House of Representatives elects Bureau and committee heads

Following the September 23, 2026, legislative elections, the Authenticity and Modernity Party (PAM) emerged as the leading political force with 97 seats. The National Rally of Independents (RNI) obtained 66 seats, the Is

Azerbaijan-Turkey tensions and Karabakh reconstruction

2 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 16 days ago

Latest: Azerbaijan reacts to Turkish criticism and peace treaty demands

An Azerbaijani parliamentary working group has expressed serious concern regarding biased information campaigns in Turkish media and social networks. The group specifically addressed unfounded accusations made by certain

Turkish investigation into Fatma Betül Sayan Kaya

9 clusters · 189 sources · last updated 16 days ago

Latest: İbrahim Ömer Gönül faces investigation for alleged market manipulation

The investigation into former Turkish Minister Fatma Betül Sayan Kaya and her husband, İlyas Kaya, has progressed following an audit by the Capital Markets Board (SPK). The SPK submitted findings to the Istanbul Chief Pu

Moroccan political tensions involving Abdelilah Benkirane

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 24 days ago

Latest: Abdelilah Benkirane sparks PJD controversy with remarks to El Othmani

Abdelilah Benkirane, leader of the Justice and Development Party (PJD), has engaged in a series of political confrontations involving accusations related to normalization with Israel. During election campaign rallies in

Legal and political disputes in Turkish municipalities

8 clusters · 100 sources · last updated 26 days ago

Latest: Turkish municipalities face investigations and political shifts

Legal and administrative disputes involving Turkish municipal officials continue to evolve following various removals and investigations. In Balçova, Mayor Onur Yiğit resumed his duties in late August after a two-month s