Turkey Local Elections: Erdogan battles key rivals as the polls open in the key elections | Oneindia

Polls have commenced in Turkey for local elections, marking a significant trial for President Recep Tayyip Erdogan as he endeavours to regain authority over vital urban regions lost to the opposition half a decade ago. The voting process commenced on Sunday at 7 am local time in eastern Turkey, while polling stations in other areas opened at 8 am and will close at 5 pm. Preliminary results are anticipated to be announced by 10 pm (19:00 GMT) #TurkeyElections #LocalElections #RecepTayyipErdogan #ErdoganVsRivals #ElectionDay #PoliticalBattle #TurkishPolitics #ErdoganChallenge #KeyRivals #PollsOpen #TurkeyPolitics ~HT.178~PR.152~ED.102~GR.123~