Gaza and Trump 2.0
Trump and Netanyahu can finally kill the concept of an independent Palestinian state, part of the ultimate “Art of the Deal.”
Politics
Does the Politics of Native-National Signify the AK Party’s Decline?
The AK Party’s political paradigm is shaped by an amalgam of liberal, conservative and nationalist values. The relative importance and…
Germany’s Candidacy for the UN Security Council
New and more global responsibility seeking German self-perception cannot be reduced to one specific political party, but rather a long-term…
Surprise visit by President Erdogan is welcomed by a joyous and relieved Hatay
Macron’s attempt to enter Syria through the back door not only remind us of the ignominious policies during the French…
What “America First” May Mean for the Middle East
During the campaign, Trump had benefited immensely from his tough talk on Daesh while criticizing the Iraq war (albeit belatedly).…
How Old is France’s Latest Syria Move?
The statements issued by Élysée Palace regarding the Macron-SDF meeting stressed the male and female parity within the delegation. But…
Pre-Electoral Alliances in Presidential Systems
If a party fails to convince its voters that it has achieved necessary gains from an alliance, the party may…
Understanding the New Turkey: Towards Post-Kemalist Politics
Following the momentum of economic and political liberalization in Turkey, and as the realm of politics gained relative autonomy from…
Who Decides Whether Islam Belongs to Germany or Not?
If a democratic state accepts that the discourse of right-wing extremists will shape the country’s future perception of what belongs…
Can Manbij serve as a Model for US-Turkey Cooperation in Syria?
If the U.S. and Turkey can work together in northern Syria, they could broaden their regional strategic conversation that might…
CHP’s Possible Strategies for the 2019 Election
From the 1970s onwards, Erbakan established four different political parties – all which were shut down by military coups or…
The Identity Crisis of the Iyi Party
Reducing the Iyi party’s ideological baggage to such an extent that can lead to the creation of further conflict zones…
Rising tension over assassination of ex-spy in Britain
Sergei Skripal was a retired Russian military intelligence colonel. He was arrested in 2004 and sentenced to 13 years in…
Turkey to secure Visa Liberty during the EU-Turkey Summit in Varna?
The proposal made by Turkey and the criteria put forward by Brussels will be discussed at the next EU-Turkey summit…
From top of the CIA to US Secretary of State: Mike Pompeo
Pompeo’s islamophobic discourse is not unknown to the world. In a speech, he once stated, “threat to America is from…
New Cold War heats up around Cyprus
Conflict appears to be closer in Cyprus than peace, despite the sincere will of its people to achieve it. While…
Does Turkey’s AK Party reduce Democracy to Elections alone?
While the AK Party cannot be blamed for reducing democracy to elections alone, it is accepted that the governing party…
Chancellor Merkel’s IV. Federal Government and Domestic Challenges
After 12 years as Chancellor, the popularity of Mrs. Merkel is shrinking. The electorate has increasingly become dissatisfied with her…
Is Pompeo the Right Man for a Trumpian Foreign Policy?
Between his campaign promises and disdain for Obama’s foreign policy, Trump is not ready to settle for approaches favored by…
