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CHP Members Clash with Police Over Leadership Dismissal

9/8/2025

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Police surrounded CHP headquarters in Istanbul as members resisted a court ruling dismissing their leadership.
An Istanbul court issued a temporary injunction on September 3, citing vote buying and procedural irregularities.
Gürsel Tekin was appointed interim provincial chair amid allegations of government interference.
CHP members, including MP Ali Mahir Basarir, protested against police barricades, seeking public support.
The Istanbul Governor's Office banned gatherings in several districts until September 10, warning of legal repercussions.

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Police surrounded CHP headquarters in Istanbul as members resisted a court ruling dismissing their leadership.
An Istanbul court issued a temporary injunction on September 3, citing vote buying and procedural irregularities.
Gürsel Tekin was appointed interim provincial chair amid allegations of government interference.
CHP members, including MP Ali Mahir Basarir, protested against police barricades, seeking public support.
The Istanbul Governor's Office banned gatherings in several districts until September 10, warning of legal repercussions.