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Roundtable | Connecting NATO’s Eastern and Southern Flanks: Baltic-Black Sea-Mediterranean Security

Roundtable | Connecting NATO’s Eastern and Southern Flanks: Baltic-Black Sea-Mediterranean Security

This first workshop will establish the strategic foundation for the broader project by examining how the security dynamics of NATO's Eastern and Southern Flanks interact and where closer European-Turkish and regional coordination could strengthen deterrence, defence, and resilience.

After the Pre-COP: The Cover Decision, the Access Demand and Türkiye’s Two Proposals

After the Pre-COP: The Cover Decision, the Access Demand and Türkiye’s Two Proposals

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ÇAĞLA VURAL, DİLEK AĞA

The Two-Strait War: Connected Wars and the New Dilemma of Regional Security
FOCUS | 
MURAT YEŞİLTAŞ
Lebanon in Türkiye’s New Levant Strategy: Strategic Importance, Opportunities, and Constraints
ANALYSIS | 
SOHAIB JAWHAR, MUHAMMED HÜSEYİN MERCAN
Electrification and the Energy Transition in the COP31 Process
ANALYSIS | 
ORÇUN DEMİR
Türkiye’s Position in Technology Indicators
DATA ANALYTICS

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After the Pre-COP: The Cover Decision, the Access Demand and Türkiye’s Two Proposals
Two developments at the meeting bear directly on Türkiye's two proposals. First, it was announced that COP31 will conclude with a cover decision prepared by the presidency. Second, Pacific countries set out the problem of access to climate finance with concrete examples.
FOCUS | 
ÇAĞLA VURAL, DİLEK AĞA
The Two-Strait War: Connected Wars and the New Dilemma of Regional Security
FOCUS | 
MURAT YEŞİLTAŞ
From New York to Antalya: Türkiye’s Implementation-Focused Bridge Approach at COP31
FOCUS | 
ÇAĞLA VURAL
Ethiopia’s Threat Projection and the Construction of a Counter-Front in the Horn of Africa
FOCUS | 
TUNÇ DEMİRTAŞ
The Most Critical Threshold of the Terror-Free Türkiye Century
FOCUS | 
HÜSEYİN ARSLAN
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Lebanon in Türkiye’s New Levant Strategy: Strategic Importance, Opportunities, and Constraints
This analysis examines why Lebanon has become a strategic actor in Türkiye's new Levant strategy after the fall of the Assad regime and the rise of the Israeli threat, and assesses the opportunities and constraints shaping bilateral relations.
ANALYSIS | 
SOHAIB JAWHAR, MUHAMMED HÜSEYİN MERCAN
Electrification and the Energy Transition in the COP31 Process
ANALYSIS | 
ORÇUN DEMİR
The European Union’s Green Diplomacy: The Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism Effect and COP31
ANALYSIS | 
SEZEN KAYA SÖNMEZ
The Technopolar World Divides: Pax Silica, WAICO and Türkiye
ANALYSIS | 
ERMAN AKILLI
Sectoral Priorities in Türkiye-Africa Climate Cooperation at COP31
ANALYSIS | 
TUNÇ DEMİRTAŞ, AFİFA A. WARSAME
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Türkiye’s Emerging Role in Global Climate Governance at COP31
What were the dominant themes on the agenda at COP30? Why was Australia not selected to host COP31? How did Türkiye emerge as the deal-maker in the COP31 hosting battle? How is Türkiye's rising climate profile taking shape?
PERSPECTIVE | 
BÜŞRA ZEYNEP ÖZDEMİR
Türkiye’s Technological Diplomacy: AI as a Foreign Policy Instrument
PERSPECTIVE | 
GLORİA SHKURTİ ÖZDEMİR
Recognizing a Palestinian State: Too Little, Too Late
PERSPECTIVE | 
BİLAL SALAYMEH
A New Cooperation Initiative by Türkiye in the Balkans: Balkan Peace Platform
PERSPECTIVE | 
MEHMET UĞUR EKİNCİ
Türkiye’s Need for Fighter Jets  And Their Procurement
PERSPECTIVE | 
MURAT ASLAN
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European Security at a Crossroads: Diverging Threats, Military Realities, and NATO 2026
As Europe heads into the Ankara NATO Summit, the continent's apparent unity on the Russian threat conceals a deeper fragmentation. This report maps how national fears diverge along geographic fault lines — and how far military capabilities actually match them.
POLICY REPORT | 
ALİ MURAT KURŞUN, MEHMET SALAH DEVRİM
When Bombs Fall on Mediation: The U.S.-Israel War on Iran and the Disruption of Diplomacy
POLICY REPORT | 
İSMAIL NUMAN TELCİ
SETA Security Radar | Türkiye’s Geopolitical Landscape in 2026
POLICY REPORT | 
MURAT YEŞİLTAŞ, SİBEL DÜZ, KEMAL İNAT...
Harnessing the Seas: The Rise of Offshore Wind Power
POLICY REPORT | 
BÜŞRA ZEYNEP ÖZDEMİR
Balkan Think Tanks Convention V
POLICY REPORT
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Erdoğan-Trump Summit: What’s Expected to Change?
How are Turkish-American relations evolving during Trump 2.0? What agenda items could be covered during the Sept. 25 meeting? How will Erdoğan and Trump view the emerging global politics? How aware is Trump of the significance of U.S.' relations with Türkiye? How indispensable is the U.S. from Türkiye's point of view?
5 QUESTIONS | 
MURAT ASLAN
Turkey’s 2030 Industry And Technology Strategy
5 QUESTIONS | 
HARUN TÜRKER KARA
Family Year
5 QUESTIONS | 
CENK BEYAZ
Family Guide System
5 QUESTIONS | 
SÜMEYYE ÖZDEMİR
16th BRICS Summit (22-24 October 2024)
5 QUESTIONS | 
MEHMET AKİF TEKE
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Is the Mecca Defense Alliance a New Security Axis?
Distinguished experts in their respective fields assess the Mecca Defense Alliance through detailed analyses and commentary.
EXPERTS RESPOND | 
SİBEL DÜZ, TUĞÇE ERSOY CEYLAN, RIFAT ÖNCEL...
Assessing the Current Iran Protests and Possible Scenarios
EXPERTS RESPOND | 
İSMET HORASANLI, SERHAN AFACAN, MUSTAFA CANER...
Experts Respond: Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa’s Landmark Visit to New York and First UNGA Participation
EXPERTS RESPOND | 
SİBEL DÜZ, MURAT ASLAN, ÖMER ÖZKİZİLCİK...
Experts Respond: Israel’s Ambitions on the Cyprus Island
EXPERTS RESPOND | 
SİBEL DÜZ, HASAN YÜKSELEN, MUSTAFA CANER...
Russian Drone Incursions: Blurring the Line between Provocations and Probing
EXPERTS RESPOND | 
SİBEL DÜZ, CAN KASAPOĞLU, RIFAT ÖNCEL...
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Mecca Pact and Türkiye’s Flexible Deterrence
The Mecca Pact's future depends on Türkiye balancing defense solidarity with strategic autonomy while preventing regional conflicts from escalating
OPINION | 
MURAT YEŞİLTAŞ
United Nations Has Lost Its Meaning
OPINION | 
MUHİTTİN ATAMAN
Türkiye, Israel, Greece in Thucydides Triangle
OPINION | 
MURAT YEŞİLTAŞ
Türkiye In Age Of Connected Wars
OPINION | 
MURAT YEŞİLTAŞ
Israel Grows as a Security Threat to Türkiye
OPINION | 
MURAT YEŞİLTAŞ
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19
October 2026
10:00
SETA Ankara
Conference | The Changing Geopolitics of Global Transportation and the Development Road Project
Speakers: Abdulkadir Uraloğlu, Nebi Miş, Mehmet Alaca, Burak Aykan, Ahmed Yousif Kaittan Aljumaily, Ali Faris Hameed Al-shammari
This conference will examine what the Development Road Project means strategically for Türkiye and the wider region.
16
October 2026
16:00
Online
Roundtable | Connecting NATO’s Eastern and Southern Flanks: Baltic-Black Sea-Mediterranean Security
This first workshop will establish the strategic foundation for the broader project by examining how the security dynamics of NATO's Eastern and Southern Flanks interact and where closer European-Turkish and regional coordination could strengthen deterrence, defence, and resilience.
18
June 2026
10:00
SETA Ankara
Central Asia - Turkiye Forum: Shared Future in Changing World
Speakers: Murat Yeşiltaş, Nebi Miş, Javlon Vakhabov, Ilkhom Khaydarov, Ufuk Ulutaş, Harun Türker Kara, Eldor Sobirjonovich Tulyakov, Kakadzhan Berdiev, Erman Akıllı, Khalilillo Saydakhmedovich Khamidov, Aben Dauren Abenuly, Hazel Çağan Elbir, Shukhrat Askarovich Tukhtabayev, Zukhra Khalimova, Kadir Temiz, Muhittin Ataman, Abylaev Timur Zamirbekovich, Murat Aslan, Yaşar Sarı
The Forum will translate expert insights and forecasts into actionable ideas and initiatives, thereby improving decision-making and enriching the practical substance of both bilateral and interregional agendas. The Forum's primary purpose is to discuss the current state, future prospects, and key priority areas of cooperation between the Central Asian states and Türkiye.
21
May 2026
11:00
Online
Web Panel | EU-Türkiye Economic Relations at a Crossroads: Interdependence, Asymmetries, and the Case for Strategic Re-engagement
Speakers: Erdal Yalçın
SETA Berlin will host a web-panel to analyze the deep-rooted economic ties between the EU and Türkiye.

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DATA-INFORMED STRATEGIC ANALYSIS

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This study is a periodic report series that comprehensively analyzes Turkey’s and the global security agenda, offering strategic insights and policy recommendations.

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SETA TECH PULSE

The report on Technological Innovation and Trends evaluates Turkey’s technological transformation throughout 2024 and is strategically assessing the anticipated priorities for 2025.

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EMERGING
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This series is a publication series that analyzes new technological developments in the defense industry and military field from strategic, technical, and political perspectives.

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DEADLY
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This report highlights the need for international regulations by examining the ethical and legal dimensions of AI-powered weaponry through the lens of civilian casualties caused by Israel’s AI-assisted military operations.

Türkiye’s Technological Transformation: From Strategy to Security

Türkiye’s Technological Transformation: From Strategy to Security

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Turkish Foreign Policy Yearbook 2024

Turkish Foreign Policy Yearbook 2024

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The American Paradox | Isolationism and Internationalism in the 21st Century

The American Paradox | Isolationism and Internationalism in the 21st Century

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Artificial Intelligence Arms Dynamics | The Case of the U.S. and China Rivalry

Artificial Intelligence Arms Dynamics | The Case of the U.S. and China Rivalry

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Al-Aqsa Flood | A Turning Point in Middle Eastern Politics

Al-Aqsa Flood | A Turning Point in Middle Eastern Politics

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Türkiye’s Foreign Policy | A Century of Strategic Transformation

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AK Party Years in Türkiye | Domestic and Foreign Policy

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Crimea | From Regional and International Perspectives

Crimea | From Regional and International Perspectives

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On Climate Migration Exploring Cases from Türkiye and Beyond

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What’s driven the defence deal between Israel and Greece?

What’s driven the defence deal between Israel and Greece?

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02 SEPTEMBER 2026

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The Mecca Alliance Moves from Paper to Practice

The Mecca Alliance Moves from Paper to Practice

01 SEPTEMBER 2026

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What’s behind Israel’s lattest attack on Syria?

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20 AUGUST 2026

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Türkiye-Saudi Arabia-Pakistan Defense Partnership

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08 AUGUST 2026

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Allies in Ankara - Interview

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17 JULY 2026

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17 JULY 2026

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15 MAY 2026

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Is Iran Signaling De-escalation While Preparing for Prolonged Conflict?

Is Iran Signaling De-escalation While Preparing for Prolonged Conflict?

22 APRIL 2026

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Is Türkiye’s Diplomatic Capacity a Decisive Factor in Regional De-escalation?

Is Türkiye’s Diplomatic Capacity a Decisive Factor in Regional De-escalation?

19 MARCH 2026

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Can Iran’s System Survive Leadership Loss?

Can Iran’s System Survive Leadership Loss?

19 MARCH 2026

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Podcast | EU-Türkiye Economic Relations at a Crossroads

Podcast | EU-Türkiye Economic Relations at a Crossroads

21 MAY 2026

Podcast | Anchor or Adrift? Transatlantic Relations in a Shifting Global Order

Podcast | Anchor or Adrift? Transatlantic Relations in a Shifting Global Order

18 MAY 2026

Podcast: Understanding the Dynamics of the Gulf Politics

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31 JULY 2024

Podcast: Russia-Ukraine War | A Two-Year Review

Podcast: Russia-Ukraine War | A Two-Year Review

23 FEBRUARY 2024

Podcast: The Climate Change | COP28 and Beyond

Podcast: The Climate Change | COP28 and Beyond

21 DECEMBER 2023

Podcast: Türkiye-Greece Summit | Sailing Through Positive Agenda

Podcast: Türkiye-Greece Summit | Sailing Through Positive Agenda

06 DECEMBER 2023

Podcast: On the Eve of a New Century | Türkiye’s Foreign Policy Part II

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17 NOVEMBER 2023

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10 NOVEMBER 2023

Podcast: Israeli-Palestinian Conflict

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11 OCTOBER 2023

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27 SEPTEMBER 2023

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