Özgür Özel, leader of Türkiye’s New Party (YP), is spearheading efforts to establish a strong presence across the nation as part of the party’s strategy to garner support for the 2028 general election. This initiative includes opening party offices in 60 provinces along with their respective districts in the coming weeks. The party aims to have its headquarters fully operational within a month, underscoring its commitment to expanding its organizational reach.
In a parallel development, Özel has become a topic of public discussion following the circulation of a video that shows him performing Islamic ablution before prayer. The footage, which appeared on social media, has sparked debate, with some critics suggesting that it might be a calculated effort to resonate with conservative segments of the electorate. However, the New Party clarified that the video was recorded privately before the party’s official launch and was released without Özel’s consent or awareness.
The New Party’s overarching goal is to widen its voter base while strategically enhancing its national presence. As it continues to lay the groundwork for its organizational infrastructure, the party remains focused on preparing for future electoral contests with an eye towards mobilizing support from a broad spectrum of voters.