Turkey-US Relations Post-Brunson
n the first year of President Trump’s tenure, Turkish-American relations went through what we can call a period of “sizing up,” as hopes for a new beginning were somewhat moderated by strategic challenges.
Saudi Arabia Plays Dead: The Jamal Khashoggi Case
he disappearance of Jamal Khashoggi after entering the Saudi consulate in Istanbul has become an issue of global reach.
Increasing pressure on Saudi regarding Khashoggi case
he international agenda has recently been occupied with the mystery disappearance of Washington Post journalist Jamal Khashoggi.
Jamal Khashoggi and Andrew Brunson: Two Cases Showing How Turkish Foreign Policy Functions
he past week in Turkey’s foreign affairs agenda was quite busy.
Is the Release of Pastor Brunson a Victory for the Trump Administration?
he most striking feature of the Brunson case is that the U.
Nobel Peace Prize Should Have Gone to…
his year the Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to two people – a victim of sexual assault and a doctor that treats victims of sexual assault.
Are the Fault Lines in the Global Economy Starting to Crack Again?
en years has passed since the Lehman Brothers went bankrupt.
Turkey & Russia renew confidence ahead of October 15 demilitarization deadline
esterday the Turkish Ministry of National Defence announced that the withdrawal of heavy weapons from the demilitarized zone of Idlib was completed.
EU Refugee Management 101: Turn away boats, burn camps, close airports
Italy’s far-right interior minister, Matteo Salvini, who also serves as Italy’s Deputy Prime Minister, recently announced that they would shut down airports to planes carrying migrants from Germany.
Elections in Bavaria and the Future of Conservatives in German Politics
n 14 October, parliamentary elections in the German state of Bavaria will be held.
What are the Implications of America’s New Syria Policy for Turkey?
he disagreement over the control and status of the Syrian town of Manbij has been a symbol of the strategic differences between the U.
Turkey’s Quest for Peace in a World of Conflict
s one of the leading platforms for intellectual debate in Turkey, the TRT World Forum 2018 was held in Istanbul last week with the participation of prominent scholar, think-tankers, journalists, politicians, NGO representatives, and students.
What Turkey-German Relations Needs is More Realpolitik and Less Ideology
One of the striking features of the visit was the fact that it came after Erdogan called for extensive reform of the United Nations during his speech at the UN General Assembly in New York.
Amid Worldwide Hypocrisy, Turkey becomes the Global Paragon of Humanity and Hospitality
urkey hosts the highest number of refugees worldwide with over 4 million refugees currently residing in Turkey, ranks first in humanitarian aid globally and while UN has barely managed to provide a measly $0.
Turkey may consult with its 81 million citizens for EU accession process
n Thursday, President Erdogan spoke at the TRT World Forum, which is currently taking place in Istanbul.
Will Turkey’s Activism for Culture change its Negative Image in Europe?
In the last few years, Turkey has been remarkably active in inscribing new properties on the UNESCO's World Heritage List, the certified inventory of the most amazing cultural achievements of humankind and of the most fascinating landscapes on planet Earth.
International Court of Justice rules in favor of Iran
n Wednesday, the highest court of the United Nations ordered for the U.
EU fault lines: Brexit, Belt and Road Initiative and rising Germany
The panel discussed the main dynamics shaping EU policies, the emerging regional actors and the influence of new World powers steering the currents in & around the EU.
Towards a Limited but Robust Rapprochement Between Turkey and Germany
On the third day, Erdogan concluded his visit by opening one of Europe’s largest mosques in the German city of Cologne.
Towards a New International System Without US Leadership
here has been a lot of debate about the current U.
