"Opposition's Local Election Victory Deals Blow to Erdogan in Turkey"

Turkey's opposition, led by the Republican People's Party (CHP), achieved a significant victory in local elections, winning major cities including Istanbul and dealing a blow to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's ruling party. The election results reflect widespread economic discontent, with high inflation and a struggling currency contributing to the ruling party's defeat. While the opposition's win is seen as a potential gamechanger for Turkey's democracy and economic policies, analysts caution that Erdogan is unlikely to cede power easily and may continue to pursue constitutional changes to consolidate his authority.