Ruling AKP Celebrates Election Victory

The AKP achieved an unexpected electoral victory, restoring its majority just five months after a loss. This success was not predicted by opinion polls. Celebrations erupted in Istanbul as supporters declared victory even before the Prime Minister. The AKP's message of restoring stability amid security threats resonated with voters, overshadowing the pro-Kurdish HDP, which barely passed the electoral threshold. The results sparked riots in the Kurdish east, highlighting ongoing regional tensions. The future actions of the AKP with this renewed mandate remain uncertain.

What was the AKP's strategy after losing their majority five months earlier?

• Forming a coalition government

• Opting for fresh elections

• Seeking international support

• Merging with another party

How did AKP supporters react to the election results in Istanbul?

• They waited for the Prime Minister's announcement

• They celebrated immediately

• They organized a protest

• They remained silent

What did the AKP claim they could restore in the country?

• Cultural heritage

• Stability amid security fears

• Political alliances

• Economic prosperity

What was the impact of the election results in the Kurdish regions?

• Formation of a new party

• Riots and unrest

• Increased support for AKP

• Peaceful acceptance

Which party emerged as a new force in the previous election?

• The Democratic Left Party

• The pro-Kurdish HDP party

• The Nationalist Movement Party

• The Republican People's Party