Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu

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İstanbul police seize 3.5 tons of methamphetamine in 'largest-ever bust'

İstanbul police seize 3.5 tons of methamphetamine in 'largest-ever bust'

Methtamphetamine use and trafficking in Türkiye has been high on the political agenda, with the opposition accusing the government of turning a blind eye to the issue in order to attract black money.

24 November 2022

Opposition leader becomes first person facing 'disinformation' charges under new law

METHAMPHETAMINE DEBATE

Opposition leader becomes first person facing 'disinformation' charges under new law

Kılıçdaroğlu blamed the government for the rampant methamphetamine trafficking and use in Türkiye. The police accuse him of spreading disinformation.

3 November 2022

Türkiye is faced with a 'methamphetamine epidemic,' says main opposition leader

Türkiye is faced with a 'methamphetamine epidemic,' says main opposition leader

Kılıçdaroğlu has accused the government of attracting "drug barons" to the country in order to finance the current account deficit. The authorities have said they will file criminal complaints against him.

1 November 2022

AKP to outbid opposition's 'headscarf bill' to propose anti-LGBTI+ amendment to Constitution

AKP to outbid opposition's 'headscarf bill' to propose anti-LGBTI+ amendment to Constitution

CHP's Kılıçdaroğlu suggested early this month that a new law should be made protecting the right of women for employment in public services either wearing or not wearing a headscarf. The ruling AKP is poised to propose a Constitutional amendment instead.

24 October 2022

Bartın mine blast: Resurfaced state audit report warns of safety deficiencies

Bartın mine blast: Resurfaced state audit report warns of safety deficiencies

President Erdoğan has drawn criticism after saying that miner deaths are "destiny" and there will always be such incidents.

17 October 2022

'Kılıçdaroğlu should also reconcile with the LGBTI+ community'

'Kılıçdaroğlu should also reconcile with the LGBTI+ community'

Erdoğan used the main opposition leader's move to "reconcile" with the pious to attack the LGBTI+ community, says an activist.

7 October 2022 Evrim Kepenek

Erdoğan responds to CHP's 'headscarf bill'

Erdoğan responds to CHP's 'headscarf bill'

Legislative proposal by the main opposition party submitted at the very beginning of the legislative year, for freedom of women public servants in their choice of clothing, including wearing a headscarf, sparked debate between the party and the president.

CHP leader says may run for president if opposition leaders agree

CHP leader says may run for president if opposition leaders agree

While refraining from declaring himself the joint opposition candidate, Kılıçdaroğlu said, "I'm ready if there is an agreement."

5 September 2022

'Mr. Kemal's counter-attack

WEEKLY ROUNDUP

'Mr. Kemal's counter-attack

Kılıçdaroğlu takes on Erdoğan as 'Mr. Kemal' • Clouds remain over Zakho strike • Türkiye-Armenia normalization raises hopes in border regions • Aircraft carrier containing tons of asbestos to set off for Türkiye • Şırnak loses huge chunk of forests due to mass tree felling

31 July 2022 Volga Kuşçuoğlu

Kılıçdaroğlu says opposition candidate will defeat Erdoğan in first round

Kılıçdaroğlu says opposition candidate will defeat Erdoğan in first round

The opposition leaders have not yet discussed a name but are not looking for a "symbolic" figure, the CHP leader has said.

Erdoğan confirms himself as presidential candidate

Erdoğan confirms himself as presidential candidate

The president has called on the main opposition leader to announce his candidacy.

Kılıçdaroğlu's wild claims, Erdoğan's wild card

WEEKLY ROUNDUP

Kılıçdaroğlu's wild claims, Erdoğan's wild card

Main opposition leader takes on Erdoğan • A new Syria offensive in exchange for approving NATO bids of Sweden and Finland? • Concert bans continue apace • New bill seeking prison sentences for "disinformation"

28 May 2022 Volga Kuşçuoğlu

RTÜK to penalize TV channels for broadcasting CHP leader's 'escape plan' video about Erdoğan

RTÜK to penalize TV channels for broadcasting CHP leader's 'escape plan' video about Erdoğan

Three Tv outlets are facing monetary fines for broadcasting Kılıçdaroğlu's claims that Erdoğan was preparing to flee the country after a possible defeat in the elections.

'Erdoğan's aim is not to flee Turkey, it is to win the elections'

'Erdoğan's aim is not to flee Turkey, it is to win the elections'

The CHP leader's latest move to claim that Erdoğan is preparing to flee the country was a blow to the ruling party's communication strategy, says Prof. Erdoğan-Tosun.

27 May 2022 Evrim Kepenek

Erdoğan to sue CHP leader over 'escape plan' claims

Erdoğan to sue CHP leader over 'escape plan' claims

The president's attorney has said Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu's claims were "baseless" and "unreasonable."

Turkey's main opposition leader claims to reveal Erdoğan's plan to flee to US after elections

Turkey's main opposition leader claims to reveal Erdoğan's plan to flee to US after elections

The Erdoğan family is transferring money to the US through two education foundations, Kılıçdaroğlu has claimed. Government officials have dismissed the allegations.

CHP leader Kılıçdaroğlu attends march to celebrate Youth Day

CHP leader Kılıçdaroğlu attends march to celebrate Youth Day

Commemoration of Atatürk, Youth and Sports Day is observed throughout the country.

SADAT: Kılıçdaroğlu presses government while company denies 'paramilitarism' allegations

SADAT: Kılıçdaroğlu presses government while company denies 'paramilitarism' allegations

After going to the company's headquarters to accuse it of activities that would endanger election security, the CHP leader spoke about the issue at his party's parliamentary group meeting.

Work starts to demolish Atatürk Airport runways, opposition claims İstanbul Airport to be sold

Work starts to demolish Atatürk Airport runways, opposition claims İstanbul Airport to be sold

The opposition claims the government wants to sell İstanbul Airport to investors from Gulf countries, who don't want a second airport on the city's European side.

Kılıçdaroğlu slams government over Kurdish singer’s canceled concert, midnight music ban

Kılıçdaroğlu slams government over Kurdish singer’s canceled concert, midnight music ban

CHP Leader Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu shared the artist's song "Dar Hejiroke" after the local administration canceled Aynur Doğan's concert.

Veteran Kurdish politician says HDP will likely be closed before elections

Veteran Kurdish politician says HDP will likely be closed before elections

Ahmet Türk says Erdoğan would do anything to stay in power and the opposition should not remain silent against the repression of the HDP.

CHP leader attempts to 'visit' military firm close to Erdoğan, says it threatens election security

CHP leader attempts to 'visit' military firm close to Erdoğan, says it threatens election security

Kılıçdaroğlu spoke to reporters in front of the headquarters of SADAT, a military company headed by a former senior advisor of the president.

Kılıçdaroğlu slams government for 'admitting exploitation of refugees'

Kılıçdaroğlu slams government for 'admitting exploitation of refugees'

The main opposition leader slammed the interior minister over his remarks that businesspeople "exploit Syrians in their factories" and they would be the first to rise up had the refugees gone.

'Erdoğan bows before Saudis who dismembered a person in our country'

CHP LEADER KILIÇDAROĞLU

'Erdoğan bows before Saudis who dismembered a person in our country'

Weeks after handing over the Khashoggi case to Saudi Arabia, the president paid a visit to the country to meet its king and crown prince.

Main opposition leader's electricity cut off after not paying bills in protest of high prices

Main opposition leader's electricity cut off after not paying bills in protest of high prices

Over 3.3 million subscribers' electricity was cut because they were unable to pay the bills in 2021, Kılıçdaroğlu said.

Kılıçdaroğlu to Erdoğan: We have proven the ‘Isle of Man’, what will you do now?

Kılıçdaroğlu to Erdoğan: We have proven the ‘Isle of Man’, what will you do now?

Main opposition CHP Chair Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu has said, “Workers, public servants, everyone pay taxes. Those who make millions of liras don’t pay a single penny in tax. Those who don’t do it are the relatives, children and uncles of Erdoğan family.”

Court of Cassation: Saying ‘Erdoğan has money in the Isle of Man’ is not an insult

ISLE OF MAN CASE

Court of Cassation: Saying ‘Erdoğan has money in the Isle of Man’ is not an insult

The lawyer of main opposition CHP Chair Kılıçdaroğlu has announced that the Court of Cassation has overturned the three verdicts which sentenced him to pay 631 thousand lira in damages for alleging that Erdoğan and his relatives “have offshore accounts”.

Turkey’s handing over the Khashoggi case to Saudi Arabia is a ‘disgrace’

CHP CHAIR KILIÇDAROĞLU

Turkey’s handing over the Khashoggi case to Saudi Arabia is a ‘disgrace’

Main opposition CHP leader Kılıçdaroğlu has talked about Turkey’s decision to transfer the trial over the killing of journalist Jamal Khashoggi to Saudi Arabia: “You have handed over the prestige of the court and the nation and your sovereignty right.”

Main opposition leader not allowed in Meat and Milk Board to discuss high food prices

Main opposition leader not allowed in Meat and Milk Board to discuss high food prices

"There are children with developmental disorders in every home I visit," said an anti-poverty activist accompanying the CHP leader.

‘Turkey’s real inflation rate is 143 percent’

CHP CHAIR KILIÇDAROĞLU

‘Turkey’s real inflation rate is 143 percent’

CHP leader Kılıçdaroğlu has said, “According to Inflation Research Group, annual inflation is 143 percent. Yes, true. The price of potatoes has soared by 207 percent, cucumbers by 193 percent, aubergines by 185 percent, margarin by 160 percent…”

Turkey should immediately ditch 'FX-protected lira deposit' tool, says CHP leader

Turkey should immediately ditch 'FX-protected lira deposit' tool, says CHP leader

The system where the state compensates for the difference between the policy rate and the increase in foreign exchange rates cost the treasury about 445 billion lira in three months.

Main opposition leader slams government over agricultural imports

Main opposition leader slams government over agricultural imports

"Agriculture is now a strategic sector. The pandemic has shown us the fact that a country whose agriculture is underdeveloped may be doomed to starvation," Kılıçdaroğlu has said.

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