Editorial The Syrian conflict has never been merely about territory—it is a profound struggle for the very identity of a nation, and a theatre for the ambitions of global powers. Assad’s survival
Editor’s Note: The following column is based on excerpts from a speech delivered by Semih Lütfü Turgut, Ambassador of the Republic of Türkiye to Sri Lanka, on the occasion of the National
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by Our Foreign Affairs Editor The declaration of the Republic of Turkey on 29 October 1923 was far more than a political formality; it was a profound reimagining of a nation emerging
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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Wednesday inaugurated a $1.5 billion research and development complex for state-owned defense contractor Aselsan Elektronik Sanayi Ve Ticaret AS, marking the country’s biggest single investment in
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Port Sudan, once a neutral bastion in the Horn of Africa, is now the frontline in a growing proxy war between two of the Middle East’s most powerful players: Turkey and the
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by Our Diplomatic Affairs Editor Tucked away in one of Colombo’s quieter quarters, the Turkish Ambassador’s residence reveals itself not through ostentation, but through quiet elegance and curated cultural depth. The whitewashed
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Turkish aviation services company Çelebi has launched legal action against the Indian government after its security clearance was abruptly revoked, halting its operations at nine major Indian airports and throwing nearly 3,800
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May 16 will stand out as a turning point, for good or bad, in the Ukraine conflict. The main thing is, Russia-Ukraine ‘peace talks’ have resumed in Istanbul and will hopefully carry forward the
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In a twist laden with irony, U.S. President Donald Trump recently touted a drop in egg prices just as he unveiled a new round of protectionist tariffs—moves designed to curb America’s trade
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Author’s Note: I write this piece in solidarity with all those imprisoned for their ideas and political engagement in Turkey and around the world. Among them is my friend and colleague Mehmet
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In March 2025, Türkiye experienced a wave of political unrest following the detention of İstanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu and several municipal officials. These events triggered nationwide protests and renewed calls for boycotts
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