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Mounting criticisms against Israel and Türkiye’s peace diplomacy
| OpinionIsrael’s bombardment of Gaza has been underway for 12 days. Preparing for a ground operation, …
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OpinionWill the Earthquakes Lead to Change in Foreign Policy?
By Muhittin AtamanIt is necessary to uphold the sense of solidarity, which emerged among states after the earthquakes. Last but not least, one would hope that the humane way of thinking can triumph over the idea of interest and exploitation in international relations. This is a time to focus on moral values and solidarity – not realpolitik.
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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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Who will give up in stage two of the...
By Burhanettin DuranU.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken declared Russia has failed in Ukraine, but it's still too early make such a precise statement
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Turkey’s role in the Ukrainian crisis
By Burhanettin DuranTurkey, which did not recognize the annexation of Crimea, supports Ukraine’s territorial integrity. At the same time, it wants Russia and Ukraine – countries, with which it has cordial relations – to resolve the Donbass crisis through negotiations. Again, Russia could find it more suitable to work with Turkey in the Black Sea, as it already does in the Caucasus.
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On Putin’s moves, from Kazakhstan to Ukraine
By Burhanettin DuranConsidering the Russian president's strategies, the question is whether there can be a third option somewhere between war and reconciliation
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‘America is back’: Has Biden restored US foreign policy...
By Kadir ÜstünIt is difficult to say Biden made good on his 'America is back' slogan
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Are Turkey and US really ready to ease tension?
By Talha KöseThe idea of forming a new mechanism sounds logical for the NATO allies to thaw their frozen friendship