Local elections in Turkey directly affect Arabs residing in the country. Local elections are considered an initial step towards the presidential elections expected in 2028.
Some Arabs in Turkey resent what they call the “dull’ voice” of the ruling party. The Gaza war is a priority for Arab voters who are eligible to vote in local elections. Some Arab voters consider abstaining from voting for conservative parties as a state of dissatisfaction, especially when the Gaza Strip has been subjected to Israeli aggression for more than 177 days.