New Party from CHP Dissident to be Founded on July 27
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A new political party is set to be established by Özgür Özel, a prominent figure who has signaled a split from Turkey’s main opposition Republican People's Party (CHP). According to claims, Özel will submit the official founding documents on July 27.
The move follows a period of internal conflict. After a "absolute nullity" court ruling, Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu took over the CHP leadership. His administration has refused to accept demands for an extraordinary party congress.
Özel’s decision to form a new party indicates a deepening rift within the CHP. No official confirmation has been made by Özel or his representatives.