Erdogan's defeat in the municipal elections has been his worst setback in two decades.
This shift can signify a hope of reform in Turkey, currently under an increasingly authoritarian regime.
Economic challenges such as inflation and unemployment have finally impacted Erdogan's AKP party in this latest election.
The AKP party has lost for the first time in the country's five main cities, including Ankara and Istanbul.
The secular opposition of the CHP has taken control of major urban centers, positioning Ekrem Imamoglu as a solid alternative to the Islamist party.
Erdogan has promised he will not run again, opening up the possibility of a shift in Turkey's cycle.
Conclusion: These results represent a milestone in Erdogan's two decades of rule, marking a possible transition towards a less authoritarian and more democratic Turkey.