What shapes Turkiye's municipal elections? | Inside Story

It's a vote that could define the future of Turkish politics...
Municipal elections are held in all 81 provinces, but the real battle is for Istanbul.
There's a saying in Turkish politics: Whoever wins Istanbul wins Turkiye.
And that's why this vote is a test for President Erdogan's AK Party. It lost Istanbul to the opposition five years ago. There's a lot at stake in this race, high inflation, political divisions and international pressures all play a role. So, how could the outcome alter the country's prospects for years to come?

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