Middle East
Safe zone in Syria could repair Turkey-US relations
| OpinionI have been stressing for some time the importance of repairing the strained relationship between Turkey …
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OpinionS-400 a critical juncture in Turkey-US partnership
By Kılıç Buğra KanatAs tension between Turkey and the U.S. regarding the S-400 air defense systems grows, the expectation is that a creative solution to de-escalate the stress on bilateral ties and find mutually acceptable ways out of this turbulence will be sought.
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OpinionSyria safe zone may be ‘safe zone’ for Turkey-US relations
By Kılıç Buğra KanatWhile many focus nowadays on the S-400/F-35 tensions taking place in Turkish-American relations, another issue, namely Syria, is being discussed at the highest levels among officials from the two countries. For the last eight years, the divergence of policies in regards to the crisis in Syria has become one of the most significant irritants in bilateral relations.
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OpinionThe resurgence of regional chaos and instability
By Muhittin AtamanThe Middle East has been experiencing turmoil since the Arab Spring uprisings and revolutions. A process of counterrevolution started with the military coup in Egypt in 2013. Much of the regional mayhem stems from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Saudi-led efforts to reverse the democratization process initiated with the Arab uprisings and discourage any popular demands.
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Perspective: Trump’s Decision Recognizing the Israeli Annexation of the...
By Muhittin Ataman By Bilal SalaymehWhat is the context of the decision? What does this decision mean for Israel and for Netanyahu? What are the possible implications of the decision?
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In eastern Syria, the disagreements never cease
By Talha KöseTurkish and American officials are actively working to coordinate the status of eastern Syria after the withdrawal of American troops. President Donald Trump previously announced the complete withdrawal of U.S. troops from Syria.
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The future of the MENA region dynamics
By Burhanettin DuranWith the U.S. warning of its withdrawal from the Middle East, the new balance of power in the world has begun to be established. The rapprochement between authoritarian Arab regimes and Europe alongside Saudi Arabia's search for convergence with Asian powers are just the consequences of it
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Stability in Turkey means stability in the region
By Burhanettin DuranPresident Recep Tayyip Erdoğan talks a great deal about the nation's survival ahead of this month's municipal elections. The question in his mind goes beyond wealth and poverty, despite what the opposition seems to think.
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The US must build a safe zone with Turkey
By Burhanettin DuranThe United States is revising its decision to exit Syria. Washington initially hoped to complete the withdrawal by April or, at the latest, the summer months. Yet the White House announced last week that 200 U.S. troops would remain on the ground for an unspecified amount of time to promote peace.
