15.04.2026 15:35
President Erdogan gave a clear answer to journalists' question about the election date upon exiting the AK Party group meeting. To the press member's question, 'Both Mr. Ömer and Mr. Devlet stated that it will be held on time. Should we understand from this May 14, 2028, or a date when you could be a candidate?' Erdogan replied, 'Exactly, on time.'
While CHP Chairman Özgür Özel's request for an early election has stirred the Ankara corridors, a noteworthy development occurred today as political party visits continue.
After the AK Party Group Meeting, a striking question regarding the election date was directed to President Erdoğan, who was answering journalists' questions.
JOURNALIST'S QUESTION ABOUT ELECTION DATE
A journalist used the expressions, "Both Mr. Ömer and Mr. Devlet stated that it will be done at the election time. Should we understand from this May 14, 2028, or a date when you could be a candidate?"
"EXACTLY SO, ON TIME"
President Erdoğan gave a short and clear answer to this question, saying, "Exactly so, on time."
PUT AN END TO DISCUSSIONS
Erdoğan's statement came after claims and political debates that the elections could be brought forward. The President's emphasis on "on time" was interpreted to mean that the elections will be held according to the current schedule.