Erdogan Says Turkey Vote to Be Held as Planned in May

Recep Tayyip Erdogan
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By Firat Kozok and Selcan Hacaoglu

March 1, 2023 at 9:51 AM UTC

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March 1, 2023 at 10:53 AM UTC

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Turkey’s elections will take place as planned on May 14, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said Wednesday, quashing speculation over whether the vote would be postponed following two deadly earthquakes.