The United States has concerns about Turkey’s ability to hold snap presidential and parliamentary elections in the conditions of the state of emergency, Heather Nauert State Department’s Spokesperson, said during a press briefing.
US concerned over Turkey’s ability to hold snap elections during state of emergency
STEPANAKERT, APRIL 20, ARTSAKHPRESS:“During a state of emergency, it would be difficult to hold a completely free, fair, and transparent election. We are following this very closely. We have concerns about their ability to hold it during this type of state of emergency. We would certainly like to see free and fair elections, but there’s a concern her”, Heather Nauert said.
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on April 18 announced holding snap presidential and parliamentary elections on June 24. Initially, the elections were scheduled on November 3, 2019.
