Re-Radicalization of the Gulenist Terror Cult
n April 5, a shocking incident occurred at Osmangazi University in Turkey's northwestern Eskisehir province.
Ankara Summit: Discussing Divergent Scenarios in Syria
ecep Tayyip Erdogan, Vladimir Putin, and Hassan Rouhani, the presidents of Turkey, Russia and Iran, met in Ankara on April 4 and they, once again, pledged to work together to conclude the everlasting war in Syria.
Astana Round 2 – Erdogan, Putin, Rouhani commit to Syrian territorial integrity
Being held in Turkey’s capital city Ankara, the meeting between the Presidents of Iran, Russia and Turkey on Wednesday (04/04/2018) pledged to cooperate on reconstruction and aid, and vowed to protect Syria’s territorial integrity.
Does the Politics of Native-National Signify the AK Party’s Decline?
Ironically the political opposition in Turkey also celebrates the political discourse of native-national as they believe it amounts to the weakening of the AK Party's quest to build a new Turkey.
What are the Prospects of the Turkish Economy?
However, there are some concerns within and outside of Turkey regarding whether the Turkish economy has been overheating or, quite the reverse, whether an economic recession is imminent.
Turco-Qatari Military Buildup and its Regional Impact
fter launching the military base for more than 3000 personnel, Turkey and Qatar has decided on building a naval base at Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition & Conference (DIMDEX), which is going to be funded by the Qatari government.
Surprise visit by President Erdogan is welcomed by a joyous and relieved Hatay
resident Recep Tayyip Erdogan made a surprise visit to Turkey’s southern Hatay province last Thursday.
What “America First” May Mean for the Middle East
Trump did not seem to mind that Russia and other regional powers like Turkey took the lead in the diplomatic track.
Istanbul taxi drivers ‘fight’ against Uber
Violent attacks have been prevalent in an array of countries ranging from Croatia to Brazil, yet in the past couple of years Turkey has also been afflicted with the anti-Uber fever.
How Old is France’s Latest Syria Move?
This was followed by a telephone conversion between Trump and his French counterpart, and increasing cooperation with Turkey.
The PKK and its Complicated Future
The PKK/YPG had vowed that Afrin would be Turkey’s Vietnam.
Is the Turkish Economy Overheating?
The current inflation rate in Turkey is mostly driven by supply conditions.
CHP’s Possible Strategies for the 2019 Election
Six years after the death of one of Turkey’s leading political figures, Necmettin Erbakan, this saying has been viable for the attitude of the main opposition, the Republican People’s Party (CHP).
The Identity Crisis of the Iyi Party
Even if the party claimed to become Turkey's largest catch-all party, it was seen from the names on the Founders Committee that most of the founding members had been involved in political affairs on the nationalist and centre-right lines in the past.
Turkish scientists embark on second Antarctic expedition
Initially proposed through a workshop held at the Istanbul Technical University (ITU) in 2013, Turkish scientists alongside state officials hope that the new prospects will not only boost Turkey’s scientific capabilities and research capacity, but also increase the diplomatic profile within the international scientific and political community.
From top of the CIA to US Secretary of State: Mike Pompeo
Pompeo and Turkey
Pompeo’s name was first heard within the Turkish media and public when he tweeted about the country – a tweet that was later deleted.
New Cold War heats up around Cyprus
I said the situation could give rise to a new Russian-led axis in the region which would test Turkey’s allegiances, and warned of proxy conflicts emerging in Cyprus between Turkish and Greek Cypriots.
Strategic Exit in Afrin, but Whose Strategy?
Turkey planned and executed how the city would be captured with full control from day one.
Is Pompeo the Right Man for a Trumpian Foreign Policy?
In the anti-Daesh coalition efforts, the administration allowed CENTCOM to take the lead and continued the policy of allying with “local partners” (YPG) to defeat Daesh, resulting in tensions with NATO ally Turkey.
What Will Pre-Electoral Alliances Bring to the Turkish Political System?
ne of the most important consequences of a consensus-based climate formed between the AK Party and the MHP after the July 15 coup attempt was the legal amendment allowing the formation of formal pre-electoral alliances in Turkey.
