The opposition hoped that the 2023 Turkish presidential campaign would be dominated by the rational theme of the economy. But it was finally played on the ground of emotions, forcing the opposition, says Leela Jacinto.
Istanbul appears to be deeply divided between the two candidates who will face each other in a historic electoral face-off on May 28. If Recep Tayyip Erdogan wins the second round, he will travel to Istanbul the day after the election, May 29. This will mark the anniversary of the conquest of Constantinople by the Ottomans.