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Türkiye· TermeErdogan's Advisor Oqtay Saral Dismissed Amidst International Pressure
Oqtay Saral, a key advisor to President Erdoğan, has reportedly been dismissed, with speculation linking his removal to criticism of Azerbaijan's headscarf ban and pressure from Israel.
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Top Erdoğan adviser dismissed after remarks on Azerbaijan
First report 6h agoLast update 2h agoThe adviser confirmed his dismissal was ordered by the president and appears to be related to his statements concerning Azerbaijan.
Some reports suggest the dismissal is due to pressure from Israel on Azerbaijan, which then pressured Turkey.
There is speculation that the ruling party is testing public reaction before officially announcing the dismissal.
Reports indicate that Oktay Saral has resigned and his dismissal will be officially announced soon.
Erdogan's Advisor Oqtay Saral Dismissed Amidst International Pressure
First report 6h agoLast update 2h agoJournalists and experts suggest the dismissal is due to Israeli pressure on Azerbaijan, which in turn pressured Turkey to isolate it.
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