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Ukraine crisis and the leadership debate in Europe
| OpinionMore than a month has passed since Russia started its invasion of Ukraine, and European …
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OpinionSofa Gate, Draghi: What’s next in Turkey-EU affairs?
By Burhanettin DuranThe most unfortunate reaction to the made-up scandal came from Italy, whose recently appointed prime minister, Mario Draghi, made the following statement: 'I disagree with the way President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan treated Ursula. We must be frank with these dictators but, at the same time, cooperate with them for the sake of our nations’ interests.'
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OpinionNew momentum in Turkey’s trans-Atlantic relations?
By Talha KöseTurkey's relations with Washington and Brussels have been in decline for the last several years. This downward trend in diplomatic relations has paused but the accord has not yet been transformed into a more constructive one.
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OpinionA 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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Major changes ahead in post-pandemic period
By Burhanettin DuranThe coronavirus pandemic is likely to bring many changes in the world, and nations should start getting ready for them
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Why help? Nations’ motivation in virus aid
By Burhanettin DuranGlobal cases of the coronavirus surpassed 1 million last week. Hardly anyone will be surprised if 2 million people are infected in a week’s time. With the exception of China, the coronavirus outbreak has not reached its peak in any country. Although the high mortality rate in Italy and Spain remains a cause for serious concern, governments around the world are slowly getting over the initial panic. Instead of seizing each other’s medical supplies, they are looking to cooperate.