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He added, “These five countries, which are strong actors in their regions, can contribute significantly to regional and global peace and stability…”
Regarding the current refugee crises including Rohingya and Syria, Kahraman emphasized that relations between humanitarian aid and sustainable development, the role of migrants during works for sustainable development and the fight against terrorism should all be handled together.
The KRG’s Independence Bid Spells Trouble
Second, potential new conflict could open up space in Iraq for the PKK which has already gained ground in Syria due to the prolonged civil war and American support for the PYD.
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
The area sits to the north of the Syrian and Iraqi borders and contains the Habur border crossing, which is the KRG’s main access point to the rest of the world.
Time to Reform the United Nations
Concerns for international law and justice, alas, play only a negligible role for these actors as we have seen, for instance, in the entire episode of the Palestinian tragedy and the deafening silence in the face of the killing fields of Assad’s Syria since 2011.
Setting an Example: Turkey’s lead on humanitarian aid
Another conflict in the region, which Turkey has approached with a humanitarian perspective is the Syrian civil war.
How DAESH uses Drones in the Battlefield
DAESH, Hezbollah, Hashid Shaabi, Syrian oppositions, PYD/PKK are continuing to use drones.
UN Security Council warns against Kurdish referendum
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Turkey to debate military operation in Iraq and Syria
The ongoing developments in Iraq and Syria remain high on the political agenda.
Turkey’s economy to finish in top 3 amid confidence index
Praising this progress, at the World Business Summit in New York, which was organized by MUSIAD USA, Zeybekci stated that “despite the coup attempt last year, the ring of fire in Syria and Iraq, and economic difficulties with Russia, we had an economy that expanded by 3.
Theresa May’s pledge for UN reform
“As a result, in Syria, the United Nations has been blocked.
The Rohingya crisis and the problem of aid
After the visit by TIKA, assisted by First Lady Emine Erdogan, where 1,000 tons of aid was delivered to the Rohingya Muslims who had fled violence, President Erdogan raised the issue at the UN General Assembly claiming that the international community has remained silent once again “just like it did in Syria.
What does Turkey want in Iraq?
If the PKK seizes territory in Iraq or Syria, Turkey’s fight against the terror group will have a poor chance to succeed.
Diplomatic tensions with Myanmar as Rohingya Muslims escape violence
In his speech, Erdogan stated that “just like Syria, the international community has not given a good account of itself” in regards to helping Rohingya Muslims.
President Erdogan in New York ahead of UN General Assembly
The most recent example has been the Syrian war, which has continued for 7 years, and resulted in the deaths of hundreds of thousands of people and the displacement of millions.
Russia deal won’t hinder Turkey’s NATO duties: Ankara
It is true that relations between Turkey and NATO have been strained due to the recent negative press during the German federal elections, the on-going war in Syria and the unsupportive comments made by western allies during the July 15 Coup attempt, where FETO attempted to hijack the Turkish government.
The Kurdish Quest for Independence in Iraq and its Repercussions for Turkey and the Region
Israel seems to view the KRG’s independence call as an opportunity, as it is eager to develop cooperation with an independent Kurdistan, particularly in order to end its own isolation in the region and further to contain Iran and limit its access to Syria.
The Operation Euphrates Shield: A Joint Military Campaign in a Foreign Land
he Operation Euphrates Shield (OES) which was launched on August 24, 2016 in order to clear the presence of terrorist organizations along Turkey’s southern border and to prevent the illegitimate PKK entity in Syria, seems to have reached its major objectives.
Turkey’s Balance of Power Politics in the Axis of Europe, US, and Russia
Attempts to press Turkey on Iraq, Syria and Qatar fronts, and enabling mechanisms of economic disruption like Germany did, and ventures aiming to spread distrust through adjudications like the US did can be considered as said tools.
Could the US Save the Raqqa Operation Through Intense Airstrikes?
Ineffectiveness of the YPG in Raqqa and DAESH Resistance
On June 6, the YPG-led Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) announced the start of the Raqqa operation.
Seeking Independence in Northern Iraq, An Interview with Hemin Hawrami
In addition to the chaotic situation of Iraq and Syria, there are millions of people who have either been displaced or became refugees because of DAESH.