Turkey began to operationalize its new counter-terrorism strategy with Operation Euphrates Shield (2016) in Syria and carried out its military operation against the PKK in Afrin with Operation Olive Branch (2018).
The Turkish Economy in the Long Run
The average growth rate for the Euro area is only 2.
Restructuring Macroeconomic Governance in the Presidential System
and the rising tide of nationalist/neo-populist parties in Europe and elsewhere, trade wars, currency wars, cyber-space wars, economic sanctions and accusations of technological theft are also increasing.
Turkey’s Offensive in Iraq: The Target is Qandil
As a result of this joint operation, 155 PKK members were neutralized in the region since March 11.
What Changed 25 Years After the Solingen Arson Attack
During the last week the entire country remembered this terrorist attack, while on the other hand members and sympathizers of…
Iraqi Parliamentary Elections: The Changes and Challenges in Iraqi Politics
President Trump’s steps to that end will determine the rigidity of Iran’s counter maneuvers.
Can the Manbij Roadmap Rebuild Mutual Trust Between the US and Turkey?
Both the Euphrates Shield and Afrin military operations have provided Turkey with a lot of experience in building functioning governance structures that are reflective of the ethnic realities of the various localities.
Can Turkey and the US Open a New Page with the Manbij Deal?
’s strategy over the PKK/YPG in the eastern part of the Euphrates River.
What if the US and Turkey Agree on Manbij?
Launched on August 24, 2016, Operation Euphrates Shield divided the corridor into two parts by the west, while the following Operation Olive Branch prevented terrorist elements from accessing the Mediterranean Sea.
Three Scenarios for the post-June 24 Elections
More, terrorist organizations such as the PKK will face contraction of room for maneuver and FETO will give up hope for a comeback.
Turkey’s Opposition Falling Into the Trap of Populism
Apart from that, some positions and statements made by Ince during his campaign give rather the impression of a European far right party’s ambitions instead of a social democratic party, which aims to form the government.
The New Iran Strategy: Bringing the Regime to its Knees through Sanctions and Isolation
and its European and regional allies.
What are the Legal Implications of Withdrawing from the Iran Nuclear Deal?
However, the adverse effect will be dramatic for Europe, since U.
Do Football Players Have no Right to Freedom of Opinion?
People ask; who gave these people the right to judge about the position of other people –Turks- and even ideas?
One should keep in mind that Turkey goes head to head with Germany in the battle to host the European Football Championship in 2024.
Turkey’s Snap Elections: Why During the State of Emergency?
, UN, and the Council of Europe issued criticisms and warnings to Turkey with regard to this situation.
Double Standards and Wishful Thinking as Policy Instruments
Last week, the German Minister of State for Europe, Michael Roth, visited Turkey and met with members of the Turkish government, such as his counterpart Minister Omer Celik.
Uninvited Guests of the Inhospitable Sea
n recent years, the influx of immigrants to Europe has created a serious crisis, culminating to one of the leading subjects on the European agenda.
The Nakba, 70 years on
allies in Europe, the Trump administration decided to ignore these calls, and went so far to threaten UN states that the U.
The 300 French Horsemen of the Apocalypse
And the European continent is a place where such racist tendencies are occasionally ignited across the countries, especially in France.
Insights of the AK Party’s Manifesto
In this part, Turkey’s determination to get full membership in the EU was brought to the fore.