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Türkiye’s Call for International Assistance and the International Community’s Response
| OpinionNatural disasters, wars, and economic collapse tend to seriously undermine social order and make it …
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OpinionTürkiye’s Call for International Assistance and the International Community’s Response
By Yücel Acer By Deniz OkumuşNatural disasters, wars, and economic collapse tend to seriously undermine social order and make it impossible to address even people’s most basic needs. During such periods, it becomes difficult for communities to feed themselves, find shelter, receive medical attention, relocate, and communicate with others. Individuals and communities have provided emergency assistance to such individuals, without expecting anything in return, to address basic needs like food, shelter, and medical treatment throughout history.
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OpinionDiplomacy at work: Türkiye’s post-earthquake foreign policy
By Burhanettin DuranAs the recent natural disaster activates ties with Türkiye, it is necessary to use 'earthquake diplomacy' to reduce tensions and improve bilateral relations
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OpinionWhy is Turkey’s presence in EU matchless?
By Burhanettin DuranTurkey and the European Union seek a positive agenda. It would serve the interests of both parties if the European Council’s meeting on March 25-26 transforms that pursuit into a concrete policy. After all, it is high time that the Turkey-EU relationship undergoes a strategic assessment.
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US, EU must play effective role in Turkish-Greek ties
By Talha KöseIf they were more supportive, Washington and Brussels could help Ankara and Athens improve their bilateral initiatives
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Western alliance’s engagement with Turkey remains unclear
By Burhanettin DuranThe question of whether the United States and the European Union will apply sanctions against Turkey has finally been resolved. U.S. President Donald Trump signed off on a series of sanctions against Turkey, and over the next few weeks, we will find out which of the 12 Countering America's Adversaries Through Sanctions Act (CAATSA) sanctions Trump will impose on Ankara.
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Without Turkey, trans-Atlantic alliance cannot achieve goals
By Kılıç Buğra KanatSince the U.S. elections, there have been optimistic analyses about the future of trans-Atlantic relations. Leaders of the European Union were among the first to call President-elect Joe Biden to congratulate him on his victory. They expressed hope of reviving the partnership between allies on opposite sides of the Atlantic Ocean.
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A new chapter in Turkey-EU relations?
By Burhanettin DuranThe dangerous escalation in the Eastern Mediterranean has given way to dialogue and negotiations.
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Turkey and the US presidential election
By Burhanettin DuranTurkey called back its research vessel Oruç Reis to port in order to support efforts by Germany and NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg to facilitate dialogue with Greece. As Ankara and Athens continue to exchange statements, tensions in the Eastern Mediterranean will be discussed at the Special European Council on Sept. 24-25.