Erdoğan Could Run Again: Top Adviser Proposes April 2028 Election
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Presidential adviser Mehmet Uçum has suggested that Turkey’s next election be held on April 16, 2028, a move that would allow President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan to run for an “exceptional” third term. According to Uçum, Erdoğan’s leadership has brought significant benefits to Turkey in both domestic and foreign policy, making another term important for the country. The proposal has sparked debate over the legal path for Erdoğan to seek re-election beyond current term limits.