Former CHP Chairman Özgür Özel Launches New Party Yeni Parti in Turkey
On July 24, 2026, former CHP chairman Özgür Özel formally registered a new political party, Yeni Parti, triggering a major realignment in Turkish politics. Within days, 90 of 132 CHP deputies defected to the new party, making it the second-largest parliamentary group behind President Erdoğan's AKP. Initial polls show over 30% voter support, surpassing the AKP. The move comes amid a government crackdown on opposition figures, with 27 CHP mayors, including Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu, in custody. Özel has received international backing from Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez and German SPD chairman Lars Klingbeil. However, risks remain, including potential legal obstacles from the Interior Ministry and the possible lifting of Özel's parliamentary immunity. The party's long-term viability depends on establishing provincial organizations and navigating government repression.
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