Turkey and NATO: Is there life after brain-death?
Rifts over Turkey were on full display in London this week, but the country’s place in NATO remains secure. Here’s why.
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A very American crisis: Why Trump is still NATO’s biggest problem
To all appearances, Macron and Erdogan are NATO’s latest troublemakers. But it is US indifference that enables their antics.
Leverage, for now: Turkey’s deal with Russia on northern Syria
Erdogan's government views the deal as a testament to its ability to act independently of Washington even in areas where there is a US military presence
Ukraine’s broadening horizons
Zelensky's visit to Turkey signals the growing importance of Turkish-Ukrainian relations
Unhappy anniversary: Turkey’s failed coup and the S-400
More than anything, the S-400 saga reflects the emergence of Erdogan’s “New Turkey”. This New Turkey wants to see itself as an emerging global power.
What will the Istanbul election change?
The residents of Istanbul sent a big message to the government of Turkey by electing Ekrem Imamoglu mayor, but what will the election change?
The battle of Istanbul will shape Turkey’s future
After voiding the initial results of the election in Istanbul, a new vote, and a referendum on Erdogan's rule, takes place on 23 June
An awkward embrace: Erdoğan in Germany
As the economic crisis in Turkey intensifies, Germany should decide whether and how it wants to help
Syria’s fate: What will Rouhani, Erdogan, and Putin decide?
Views on priorities and possible outcomes of the upcoming meeting of the leaders of Iran, Turkey, and Russia from our Iranian and Turkish fellows
The messengers of karma: Erdoğan, Trump, and their domestic opposition
Despite the promises of globalisation, cosmopolitan politics only takes you so far. In an age of nationalism, it is not a good idea to look to outside forces for help with internal problems.