Autocratic Resilience and the Future of Turkish Politics

The latest tremors are shaking the illiberal union of Hungary and Poland. Major European powers are ramping up their support for Ukraine, dramatically underscored by Germany's generous packages announced during President Zelenskyy's recent visit to Berlin. Tensions rise in the first round of the Turkish elections, with Erdogan maintaining a slight lead over his rival Kilicdaroglu, leading to a runoff election on 28 May. In the second part of our podcast, we discuss the labyrinth of autocratic politics in Turkey. Our Deputy Managing Editor, Adam Jasser, exchanges views with Humeyra Pamuk (Reuters). They delve into the resilience of autocratic leaders, using Erdogan's current precarious lead as a point of departure.