Turkey Approves Sweden’s NATO Membership Bid Following 20-Month Delay
Sweden initially applied for NATO membership in 2022, seeking to enhance its security amid Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine.
US Unable to Provide Financial Aid to Ukraine Amidst Pentagon Funding Shortfall
grappling with a lack of funds to aid Ukraine in its ongoing conflict with Russia.
Is an Azerbaijani-Armenians Agreement Imminent?
The Treaty of Turkmenchay (1828), signed as a result of the war between Iran and Tsarist Russia, not only divided Azerbaijan's lands, but also initiated the colonial process that ended its sovereignty over its remaining lands (today's Republic of Azerbaijan).
Israeli Attacks on Gaza Impact Arms Aid to Ukraine, Says Kyiv’s Ambassador
Read: Report: Over 30,000 Ukrainian Troops Feared Dead in Prolonged Conflict with Russia 14 million tons of food In addition to discussing the ongoing conflict, Bodnar provided insights into various aspects of Ukraine's diplomatic relations and regional initiatives.
The Missing Piece of the Middle East Chessboard: Russia
Read: What's the Special Chemistry Between Russia and Israel? Moscow's deterrence protected Palestine With the collapse of the Soviet Union in 1991, Moscow's abandonment of its spheres of influence in Latin America, Asia, Africa, and the Middle East upset an already precarious balance.
Russia’s $300 Billion Frozen Reserves: Unraveling the Situation
n the aftermath of President Vladimir Putin's deployment of troops into Ukraine in 2022, the United States and its allies imposed sanctions prohibiting transactions with Russia's central bank and finance ministry.
Russia and India Advance Plans for Joint Military Equipment Production
ussia and India have achieved significant progress in discussions on jointly producing military equipment, according to statements from Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov.
Japan’s Patriot Missile Export to US Triggers Russian Warning
Moscow argues that this move has negative implications for global security and could strain relations between Russia and Japan, especially if the munitions find their way to Ukraine.
Turkey’s Parliamentary Foreign Affairs Commission Has Given the Green Light to Sweden’s NATO Membership Bid
Turkey's diplomatic maneuvering over the past 18 months, coupled with its complex relationship with Russia amid the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, has added layers of complexity to NATO's dynamics.
Houthi Attacks on Red Sea Impact Global LNG and Oil Shipping
Qatar, the United States, and Russia are the primary LNG shippers through the Suez, with Qatar being the main exporter in the east-to-west direction.
Why Are Muslims More Sensitive to Palestinian Suffering?
Added to these, the massacres of the Rohingya, the terrorist attacks of ISIS, and Russia's attempt to invade Ukraine followed.
Turkish-Russian Relations from Peter the Great to Putin
s the Republic of Turkey leaves a century behind, it is impossible to fit the past, present, and future of relations between Turkey and Russia into this 100-year timeline.
Russia Increases Military Budget to $140 Billion for 2024, SIPRI Reports
n a significant move that underscores its ongoing military commitments, Russia is set to increase its military spending to an estimated $140 billion in 2024, according to a recent report by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI).
Navigating the Tide: Four Books on Inflation
On the supply side, disruptions stemming from COVID-19, such as logistical challenges and workforce shortages, converged with spikes in energy and food prices induced by geopolitical events, notably the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
Draft Legislation in Russia Proposes “Loyalty Agreement” for Foreigners
n a move that has stirred international attention, the Russian government is poised to present a bill to the State Duma which, if passed, would institute a mandatory "loyalty agreement" for all foreign visitors to the country.
Expert Warns of Global Peril if US-China Tensions Over Taiwan Escalate
Speaking at the Stratcom Summit in Istanbul, Campbell underscored the precarious state of global affairs with existing conflicts such as the Russia-Ukraine war and the recent escalations in Gaza.
African Leaders Rally for Representation on UN Security Council
, UK, France, China, and Russia – and non-permanent members who serve on a rotational basis.
Finland Erects Barriers, Closes Border Crossings with Russia to Control Migrant Influx
n response to a recent surge in migrants, Finnish authorities have begun erecting concrete barriers topped with barbed wire at select border crossing points with Russia, officials reported on November 22.
EU Advocates for Stronger Western Balkans Involvement in Foreign Policy
The paper he initiated emphasizes the need for enhanced cooperation to effectively counter external pressures and harmful narratives from countries like Russia that are incompatible with EU values.
100 Years of Turkey-US Relations
Read: How the Russia-Ukraine War Will Change Turkey-US Relations Strategic approach The defining approach of Turkish foreign policy was succinctly expressed in the words of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder of the republic: "Peace at home, peace in the world.
