Opposition leader Özgür Özel faces losing immunity in 'bribery' probe
- Özgür Özel was removed as CHP head in May after a court ruled delegates who elected him the party leader were bribed.
- Prosecutors are investigating these claims, which could lead to Özel's prosecution if parliament lifts his immunity.
- Özel founded the New Party following his ouster, bringing two thirds of CHP deputies with him.
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- Özgür Özel was removed as CHP head in May after a court ruled delegates who elected him the party leader were bribed.
- Prosecutors are investigating these claims, which could lead to Özel's prosecution if parliament lifts his immunity.
- Özel founded the New Party following his ouster, bringing two thirds of CHP deputies with him.
Sources: Bianet