New Stage in EU Enlargement: Negotiations with Ukraine and Moldova
This is the first time in the EU’s history that it has formally opened accession negotiations with a country at…
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Can the European Sky Shield Initiative Deliver European Security?
ESSI holds promise for boosting military spending cooperation, but its success appears doubtful, hindered by several factors.
Why the European Union May Soon Find Itself in a War Economy Mode
Having found itself in the Kantian Paradise of perpetual peace after the Cold War, the EU has now woken up…
The European Union’s Policy on the Genocide in Gaza: Josep Borrell vs. Ursula von der Leyen
Why do Borrell and von der Leyen differ on the ongoing Gaza genocide?
Slovakian PM Backs Hungary’s Veto on EU Aid to Ukraine
Fico criticized Brussels for attempting to “punish” Hungary over its stance on funds for Ukraine.
Europe Divided Over US, UK Strikes on Houthis in Yemen
Italy, Spain, and France refrained from participating in the US and British strikes against the Houthi group in Yemen, underscoring…
Theresa May’s Brexit Deal is Part of a Dirty Trick by Brussels to Make an Example of the UK
The EU which doesn’t want the UK to leave the union at all, but prefers an arrangement whereby London stays…
Is Europe Back to Great Power Politics?
Does the fray over European security between the U.S. and the EU demonstrate a return of Europe to great power…
One of every two Europeans dissatisfied with EU’s direction
European Union public opinion survey conducted last month by Eurobarometer shows the latest sentiments regarding EU. The official results which…
Where is Turkey’s foreign policy leading to?
“Ankara wants to form relationships based on mutual interdependence. Who ever is close to this idea, then Turkey will form…
Will the EU Keep the JCPOA Alive?
While the EU’s grand effort to keep the JCPOA alive seems to fail in the future, unlike the U.S., the…
Uninvited Guests of the Inhospitable Sea
The EU severely depends on Turkey, as it did regarding the Aegean Sea, in the subjects of the prevention of…
Multi-speed EU: Cure All Remedy or Dead End?
Not only Brexit but the rise of populist movements almost everywhere paired with very vocal desires to have more say…
A Divided Europe and Turkey
Hesitant behavior displayed by European countries with regard to the terror groups that target Turkey illustrates the fact that they…
A Charm Offensive: Turkey and France Reset Relations
Both leaders need one another. Macron can gain regional and global stature via Turkey; Turkey can gain renewed influence in…
The EU-Africa Summit: Africa Deserves Better
Summarized in President Erdogan’s words, – “Many people in the world associate the African continent with extreme poverty, violent conflict and…
Rare addmission of Turkish hospitality to refugees by EU
Turkish officials must have it tough to determine whether to call it “better late than never” or “too little too…
Will Catalonia Create a Domino Effect in Europe?
The Catalonia referendum has the potential to encourage demands of autonomy and independence along with shaking the foundations of more…
How realistic is the European Defense Union?
During times where people are beginning to question the end of the EU, the “European Defense Union” initiative, led by…
The Customs Union agreement between Turkey and EU to be discussed in December
Simsek said that “The update of the Customs Union agreement will be the most important issue [which will be discussed…
EU needs Turkey more, says ex-enlargement chief
The ex-chief criticized the selective approach to terrorist organizations, stating that “All terrorist groups must face the same treatment and…
EU to appreciate Turkey’s efforts
“Turkish companies offer important opportunities for the EU, since they have the ability to trade anywhere in the world.”
