Five key takeaways from Turkey's pivotal election | Elections News
Erdogan a political survivor, Kurds put off by nationalist rhetoric and other reflections.
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Erdogan a political survivor, Kurds put off by nationalist rhetoric and other reflections.
In both the pro-government and opposition camps, nationalists are key and rising in popularity.
"We knew that it wasn't an easy election. We knew that it is would be difficult for the first round but we didn't know that Erdoğan would get so many votes, especially in the earthquake areas.“
With almost all ballots counted, incumbent president Erdogan is leading with 49.42 per cent of the votes.
The HDP, which might be one step closer to closure with this move, is competing in the crucial polls next month under the list of the Green Left Party.