On April 16, Turkey's citizens will vote on a constitutional referendum that could dramatically reshape the government and keep President Erdogan in office for another two decades. Here’s a look at Erdogan's political career over the past two and a half decades. Photo: Agence France-Presse/Getty ImagesTurkish voters narrowly passed a controversial referendum that will concentrate more power in the office of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan after a tight race marred by allegations of unfair campaigning and voter fraud, according to preliminary results reported by state media. Mr. Erdogan declared victory during phone calls to congratulate his allies in the ruling party and an allied nationalist party, according to the state-run...
Source: Wall Street Journal April 16, 2017 18:11 UTC