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Turkey's Erdogan suffers worst electoral defeat in two decades

Sky News Monday, 1 April 2024
Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan's party suffered its worst defeat in more than two decades in power in local elections held this weekend.
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News video: Turkey's Erdogan concedes 'turning point' after local polls setbacks

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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan conceded defeat on Sunday in the country's local elections, deeming the vote a "turning point" for his party after two decades in power.

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