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The Turkish leader has signaled the possibility of an early election, potentially moving the vote to April 16, 2028, if enough lawmakers back the plan. Erdogan’s allies argue the move could circumvent a term-limit provision, while opponents warn of rising autocratic tendencies. The date and political maneuvers are under scrutiny as the opposition reorganizes its leadership.
Turkish and Azerbaijani leaders have been unable to prevent a diplomatic rift following Baku’s hijab ban in schools. Erdogan has invited Ilham Aliyev to a Turkic summit in Ankara as tensions over Israel ties and domestic restrictions intensify. Aliyev’s absence from a key summit signals strain in the “one nation, two states” partnership.