Hakan Dinçyürek vows to 'stand firm like Elif' after UBP candidate vote

Hakan Dinçyürek, who decided to withdraw from candidacy after the National Unity Party (UBP) held its parliamentary candidate selection and ranking vote on 24 October, has issued a new statement. He had previously said he would submit his resignation as Health Minister to Prime Minister Ünal Üstel.

Following meetings with party members, supporters and associates, Dinçyürek outlined his views on the path ahead. He stressed that he would not compromise on his stance, principles or fighting spirit in this process, saying, "we will continue to stand firm like Elif."

Dinçyürek said the struggle is one of shared goals and principles, not personal interests or positions. He said his aim was to carry the UBP forward and to build fair, competent and strong teams that would serve the public. He ended his statement by saying he looked forward to meeting at the ballot box on 6 December for the country, its people and the party.