Can NATO Still Fulfill Its Purpose After 70 Years?
These include relations of NATO members with Russia, terrorism threats, the intractable Syrian conflict, and the refugee crisis.
French-German Tension May Create Deep Divisions in Europe
For instance, Germany, some other EU countries, as well as leading figures of EU bodies, criticized Macron’s positions against an EU-US trade agreement and his so-called one-sided ambitions concerning relations with Russia.
Who Was James Le Mesurier of the White Helmets?
Earlier media speculation of the possibility that Le Mesurier was murdered emerged after the British newspaper The Independent pointed out that Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova accused Mr.
Washington Meeting Is a Promising Step to Repair Strained Relations
The US stated that Turkey could be accepted into the F-35 program so long as it does not activate the Russian S-400 missile air defense systems.
Why the Northern Syrian Oil Fields Are So Important to Trump
After his statements on Syrian oil responses were made by the President of the Syrian Arab Republic Bashar al-Assad, Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov.
Germany’s Safe Zone Proposal: A Failed Move for Domestic Ambitions
AKK who is currently Chancellor Merkel’s preferred successor, stated that Germany “cannot just stand by and watch and not do anything” about Syria, while outlining her safe zone suggestion, one that which would be internationally controlled and involve Turkey and Russia.
Why Does Iran Fail to Grasp Turkey’s Security Concerns in Syria?
In fact, Turkey was the only country that has paid attention to the humanitarian needs on the field when compared with the US, Russia, and Iran.
Defense, Trade and Foreign Policy: An Interview with CAST Director Ruslan Pukhov
hen Turkey purchased the S-400 missile defense system from Russia it created a diplomatic furor among some NATO allies, primarily the US, that saw the decision as a threat to NATO solidarity.
The YPG Myth Downplays a Danger For the West
In this context, Germany's defense minister and leader of the Christian Democrats recently proposed the establishment of an internationally controlled security zone in Syria in cooperation with Turkey and Russia.
Why Did the CHP Change Its Position Over Syria Again?
Nevertheless, rising tensions in US-Turkey relations, the escalation of a diplomatic crisis with the US, as well as the ambiguity of Russia-Turkey relations during the operation forced the CHP to change its discourse.
Is a New Adana Agreement on the Agenda?
One of the most important will be the summit to be held today between the Turkish and Russian presidents in Sochi.
Making Sense of Turkey’s Military Operations in Northern Syria
Although, the US handover of Manbij was anomaly in the western part of the Euphrates River, the race to control Manbij caused no major security instability in the region, and expected to result in further cooperation by Turkey with Russia in northeast Syria.
The Propaganda War over Northern Syria: Who Wins? Who Loses?
In order to seek a way out the YPG appears to have shaken hands with the Assad regime and Russia.
Why Turkey Is Dismantling the YPG from Northern Syria
Turkey has taken initiatives to settle the issue with Russia and Iran.
Al Hol Camp in Hasakah might breed the Next Generation of Daesh
The YPG’s lack of control over the camp was demonstrated again recently when a Turkestani Daesh member was heavily beaten up by Russian Daesh members of the camp when she refused to attend the courses.
Will Turkey and the US overcome their Disagreements over Syria?
Perhaps most immediately and gravely, Turkey’s purchase of the S-400 anti-aircraft system from Russia will, by the letter of American law, incur sanctions that could do serious harm to the Turkish economy.
Calls to Reform the UN Security Council Are Getting Louder
, France, Russia, China and the United Kingdom, are not willing to give up their veto rights and permanent seats in the Security Council.
Only a Just Constitutional Committee Will Safeguard Syria’s Future
n 16 September, 2019 the leaders of Turkey, Russia and Iran came together in Ankara for a trilateral summit in line with the Astana process.
Europe owes Turkey for its Security, it is time the EU takes Negotiations Seriously
In the beginning through a combination of diplomacy and political effort with Russia, an agreement was made to prevent a new flow of people from Syria.
Turkey and Iran’s Approach to the YPG: A New Overlap of Interests?
Turkey has pursued diplomatic channels in Idlib by engaging with Russia and Iran.
