In the midst of Turkey’s political turmoil, a surprising ally has emerged in the fight against President Erdogan’s authoritarian rule: The pro-Kurdish party. With its recent pledge to support the anti-Erdogan movement, this minority party is throwing its weight behind a growing chorus of voices demanding change and reform. In this blog post, we’ll explore what led up to this unexpected alliance and what it could mean for Turkey’s future. So read on to find out why the pro-Kurdish party is making waves in Turkish politics and shaking things up like never before!
Background of the Pro-Kurdish Party
The pro-Kurdish Democratic Regions Party (DBP) has thrown its weight behind Turkey’s anti-Erdogan movement, in a bid to weaken the president’s grip on power.
The DBBP is a key member of the National Resistance Movement (MNR), the umbrella organisation for the various political parties opposed to Erdogan’s rule.
The MNR first emerged in 2013, when several smaller groups united against Erdogan’s plans to rewrite Turkey’s constitution and give himself sweeping powers. Since then, it has grown into one of the most organised anti-Erdogan movements in Turkey.
The DBBP says it is committed to democratisation and federalism in Turkey, two principles that are at odds with Erdogan’s vision for an Islamist state. The party also opposes Ankara’s military campaign against Kurdish militants in Syria and Iraq, which it sees as a threat to its own security.
Support for the Pro-Kurdish Party by Turkey’s Opposition
The pro-Kurdish Peoples’ Democratic Party (HDP) is throwing its weight behind Turkey’s anti-Erdogan movement. The HDP has announced that it will boycott next year’s parliamentary election in protest of Erdogan’s continued rule.
Erdogan has been increasingly repressive since he took office in 2002. He has overseen a crackdown on the media, civil liberties, and opposition groups. In 2016, Erdogan narrowly won a referendum to give him more power. The HDP says that the referendum was unfair and that Erdogan is using it to consolidate his power.
The HDP is one of the most important political parties in Turkey. It has been largely supportive of the Kurdish resistance against Turkish military occupation, and its support for the anti-Erdogan movement could help to solidify Kurdish support for the movement and weaken Erdogan’s grip on power.
The Marches in support of Kurdish Rights
The pro-Kurdish Peoples’ Democratic Party (HDP) has thrown its weight behind the Turkish anti-Erdogan movement, as tensions between the two continue to mount. The HDP made its support for the movement clear at a conference in Istanbul on Wednesday, where delegates voted in favour of “peaceful resistance” against Erdogan’s government.
The HDP has long been critical of Erdogan and his policies towards Kurds, who make up around 25% of Turkey’s population. The party was founded in 2012 by former members of the banned Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK), which has waged an armed campaign against the Turkish state since 1984. In recent months, however, relations between HDP and Erdogan have worsened after allegations emerged that the president was using wiretapping allegations to target his political opponents.
At the Istanbul conference, delegates agreed to work together with other opposition groups to challenge Erdogan’s “one-man rule”. They also called for a referendum on whether or not Turkey should become a presidential system – a demand that has been repeatedly rejected by Erdogan.
Conclusion
After years of failed attempts to oust Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, the pro-Kurdish Peoples’ Democratic Party (HDP) is throwing its weight behind a rival movement that hopes to do just that. The HDP has long been one of Erdogan’s most vocal critics, and party officials say their new alliance with the anti-Erdogan movement is about more than just politics. “Our goal is not only to change the government but also restore democracy in Turkey,” said Selahattin Demirtas, HDP leader and presidential candidate in last year’s election.
