<br /> <p>People gathered outside on the streets of Istanbul, Turkey, to wave Turkish flags and drivers honked horns to celebrate the presidential election results on June 24.</p><p>Recep Tayyip Erdogan cited</a> “unofficial results” that suggest he won the election. In a speech</a> , Erdogan praised voter turnout saying, "Turkey has given a lesson to the entire world on democracy with a turnout that is close to 90 percent.”</p><p>The result would mark another victory for Erdogan in securing a second term as president and a political milestone for Turkey. A controversial new constitution, which was approved last year will take effect on June 24, will transform the role of the president from a ceremonial role as head of state into an executive leader with sweeping powers. Credit: @rana_yasir_83 via Storyful</p><br />
