In Turkey, voting began today in dual parliamentary and presidential polls. First results are expected late in the evening.

The elections were originally scheduled for November 2019 but were brought forward by President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

Turkey remains under a state of emergency imposed in the aftermath of a failed coup in July 2016.

For the first time, over 56 million eligible voters can cast ballots simultaneously in the parliamentary and presidential elections.

Mr. Erdogan faces strong challenge from his rival Muharrem Ince, who has mobilised hundreds of thousands in mega rallies, and a strong opposition alliance in the legislative polls.