EU to appreciate Turkey’s efforts
ince the Syrian crisis, Turkey has pursued a policy of open-borders, creating a safe space for refugees fleeing the violence of the Assad regime.
Turkish parties in unity against referendum
ollowing the governing AK Party’s statements regarding the controversial referendum in northern Iraq, the two main opposition party leaders, Devlet Bahceli and Kemal Kilicdaroglu have also supported the government in its stance.
Barzani is losing his long-time ally, Turkey
hile the Kurdish Regional Government’s President Masoud Barzani has ignored and objected to calls from the international community to postpone the independence referendum, Turkish President Erdogan has asserted that Turkey will not recognize the vote “regardless of its outcome.
Setting an Example: Turkey’s lead on humanitarian aid
isregarded by many developed countries and neglected by the Muslim world, the humanitarian crisis in Myanmar found a voice through Turkey, once again highlighting the country’s prominence in humanitarian aid.
How DAESH uses Drones in the Battlefield
The IEPs placed on the remote controlled mini land vehicles are used by DAESH for attack purposes.
Independence Vote further destabilize Iraq’s Domestic Politics
he proposed independence referendum by the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) is due to take place on Sept 25 regardless of criticism by regional and other governments.
Uniting the Syrian Rebel Factions
he Syrian Islamic Council and the Syrian Interim Government called for an initiative to unite all Syrian rebellion factions under one command – the National Army.
Pro-PKK rally in Cologne: Ankara summons German envoy
he PKK rally in Cologne, Germany, on September 16 raised questions once again on Germany’s democratic standards and commitment to bilateral relations with Turkey.
Tensions rise as the referendum date gets closer: Northern Iraq
n 15th September, the Iraqi Kurdish parliament voted to hold an independence referendum planned by the Kurdish Regional Government (KRG), which is currently opposed by Baghdad, Turkey and the United States.
Protests in Support of Rohingya Muslims all over the World
hile the UN has described the Rohingya as the most executed peoples, increasing support from all over the world has raised political awareness of the crimes taking place.
The Kurdish Quest for Independence in Iraq and its Repercussions for Turkey and the Region
s the referendum day is coming closer, the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) shows no sign of stepping back despite disputes within the region and a number of calls from the central government of Iraq as well as the major regional and global actors.
The Plural States of Cinema in Turkey
��Whither Yeşilçam?” was a question asked frequently in the 1980s and 1990s – until it was realized that Yeşilçam, the popular film industry of Turkey, was indeed gone for good.
Turkey Manufactures National UAVs, an Interview with Haluk Bayraktar
Turkey marks significant developments in the defense industry.
What will the Turkish Economy look like by the end of 2017?
ecent data indicates that the Turkish economy is recovering from the stagnation prevalent in 2016.
What Purpose does Social Media Serve?
ue to globalization and the increasing usage of the internet, social media has become a major communication channel allowing users to share information, opinions, photos, events and content in real time through a series of websites and applications.
The Investigation Commission on the State of Emergency Decrees Gets to Work
n July 20, 2016, five days after the July 15 coup attempt, a state of emergency was declared in Turkey and has been further extended by the Parliament every three months since the coup attempt upon the demand of the Cabinet on the grounds of ongoing terror attacks and the state's fight against the Fetullah Gülen Terror Group (FETO).
Could the US Save the Raqqa Operation Through Intense Airstrikes?
After the quick withdrawal of DAESH from the Raqqa countryside, their resistance against the US-backed YPG is strong.
Seeking Independence in Northern Iraq, An Interview with Hemin Hawrami
espite criticisms from local groups and regional governments, on September 25, residents in the Kurdistan region of northern Iraq will vote in a referendum on whether they want to completely separate from the Republic of Iraq.
FETO’s Civil Administrators and their Trips Abroad before the Coup Attempt
n 15th of July 2016, a coup attempt was foiled in Turkey that was allegedly carried out by the Fetullah Gülen Terrror Group (FETO), led by Fetullah Gülen, the cult leader living in the US.
Russia’s Grand Strategy: Threats, Risks and Obstacles
fter the Cold War and the demise of the Soviet Union, Russia was preoccupied with domestic reforms and works of reconstruction for almost ten years.
