23.05.2026 22:20
Meral Akşener, who left active politics by transferring the Chairmanship of the İYİ Party, was seen for the first time after a long period. In a photograph taken during an early visit by İYİ Party Istanbul Deputy Burak Akburak on the occasion of Eid al-Adha, Akşener's transformation drew attention. The former leader, who appeared before the camera with her natural white hair, was seen to be quite cheerful and happy with her husband Tuncer Akşener.
Meral Akşener, who withdrew from active politics by handing over her leadership position in the İYİ Party, appeared before the public for the first time in months with a photo taken at her home. İYİ Party Istanbul Deputy Burak Akburak visited Akşener and her husband Tuncer Akşener at their home and shared the moments on his social media account.
EARLY EID VISIT WITH POLITICAL BACKSTAGE
İYİ Party Istanbul Deputy Burak Akburak, who announced the visit on his social media account ahead of the approaching Eid al-Adha, stated the following in his post:
"I visited our Founding Chairperson Ms. Meral Akşener and her esteemed spouse Mr. Tuncer Akşener on the occasion of Eid al-Adha and wished them an early holiday. During our visit, we also had the opportunity to discuss the political agenda. I thank them for their kind hospitality. Good that they exist."
FAREWELL TO BLONDE HAIR
The latest appearance of Meral Akşener, who chose a secluded life after leaving politics, in the shared photo quickly became one of the most talked-about topics on social media.
Akşener, who was known for her always blow-dried and recently dyed blonde hair, was seen to have completely changed her image. The former İYİ Party leader, whose hair was usually red and later dyed blonde, now appeared with significantly whitened hair, and her choice of a very natural and sporty style also drew attention.
IN HIGH SPIRITS
The cheerful and pleasant demeanor of Meral Akşener and her husband Tuncer Akşener in the photo did not go unnoticed as they moved away from the intense and stressful agenda of politics. The Akşener couple's relaxed appearance at home led to comments like, 'They have shaken off political fatigue.'