Abdulahat Arvas
Van shifts to AKP after decision on DEM Party winner
The mayorship of the Van Municipality has been handed over to the ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) as the provincial election board ruled that the winner, Abdullah Zeydan from the Peoples' Equality and Democracy Party (DEM Party), lacked the eligibility to run in the election.
Erdoğan vows intensive efforts ahead of upcoming elections
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan vowed intensive effort from his ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) ahead of the upcoming local elections during a rally in the eastern province of Van on March 15.
Addressing a crowd in the city, Erdoğan highlighted the investments his administration has initiated and promised continued support for local governments.