Can Pezeshkian’s Turkic heritage enhance Türkiye-Iran relations?
The election of reformist candidate Masoud Pezeshkian as the new president of Iran following the death of Ebrahim Raisi signals potential changes in Iran’s regional and international stance. This...
View ArticleRegulating digital realm: Balancing freedom and responsibility
Digital platforms have become integral to modern life, but their impact extends beyond individuals, potentially causing serious harm to societies, financial systems, and economies. These platforms,...
View ArticleTürkiye in Focus
In this edition of Türkiye in Focus, we explore a range of pivotal topics: Interview with Dr. Hamdullah Baycar on Türkiye’s BRICS Process Egyptian President El Sisi’s First Visit to Ankara Signals a...
View ArticleMy Friends: A Novel
Hisham Matar’s My Friends is a novel about three friends living in political exile due to the oppressive Gaddafi regime in Libya. The book is narrated by Khaled Abd al Hady, who left Benghazi in 1983...
View Article‘Deepfaked Democracy’:The Next-GenerationMenace to Global Politics
The misuse of deepfake technology has dramatically expanded, ranging from the creation of fake and deceptive content aimed at harming individuals’ private lives and reputations to the broader and more...
View ArticleEgypt and Türkiye: Charting a new course for collaboration
Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah al-Sisi made his first presidential visit to Türkiye on Wednesday in 12 years. [1] The visit, seen as a turning point, comes after years of strained relations and marks...
View ArticleForging New Paths: The Impact of Türkiye’s Development Road
This policy paper outlines a series of internal and external strategies to maximise the benefits of the Türkiye-Iraq Development Road Project for the Turkish economy. Key internal strategies include...
View ArticleBig Tech’s digital hegemony over freedom and information
Concepts like rights, law, justice, equality and freedoms are shaped by one’s identity and origin. Take freedom of expression – it sounds universally appealing but varies significantly in practice....
View ArticleTürkiye in Focus
This week in Türkiye in Focus, we explore three important topics:– The murder of 8-year-old Narin Güran has sparked nationwide controversy.– The New Welfare Party faces continued setbacks as the mayor...
View ArticleWhat Does Zelensky’s Cabinet Move Mean as the Offensive Continues in Kursk?
As the intense conflict in eastern Ukraine persists, President Volodymyr Zelensky has been actively manoeuvring to restore public trust, most recently implementing a cabinet reshuffle aimed at...
View ArticleMediating Conflicts and Türkiye’s Role as a Mediator for Peace
Situated at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, Türkiye has long been a key player in both regional and international politics. Its unique geographical position and historical ties with various...
View ArticleGeopolitics over religion in Iran-Armenia alliance
In his 1993 article “The Clash of Civilizations,” Samuel Huntington argued that global alliances and conflicts would increasingly hinge on religious and cultural identities, with the divide between...
View ArticleMoney Wars: The Financial Battle Behind the 2024 U.S. Presidential Race
As the countdown to the United States presidential election on November 5th continues, polls show a fierce race between Democratic Party candidate Kamala Harris and Republican Party candidate Donald...
View ArticleElon Musk, Brazil, and the battle for digital sovereignty
Brazil, South America’s largest economy, has been the focus of investor interest due to its potential in technology and innovation. The country is an important market for Elon Musk, who is the world’s...
View ArticleTürkiye in Focus
In this edition of Türkiye in Focus, we explore a range of pivotal topics: Debate on the First Four Articles of the ConstitutionAre DEVA and Future Parties Merging?Ongoing Controversy Over Lieutenants...
View ArticleAdvancing the Frontier: Turkish Governmental Policies in Technology Development
Türkiye’s technology policies, especially under the AK Party, have been marked by a strategic, consistent approach that fosters long-term growth. By establishing robust frameworks and forging global...
View ArticleWhere expansion could hit a BRICS wall
The bigger this ‘alternative’ coalition becomes, the more apparent its members’ divergent interests Turkey’s formal application last week for membership in BRICS marks a major step forward for a bloc...
View ArticleTürkiye in Focus
President Erdoğan’s impactful speech at the UN General Assembly was the highlight of this week. Meanwhile, Erdoğan’s accompanying delegation held significant meetings in New York. On the domestic...
View ArticleCyber Showdown: Iran’s Covert Battle Against Trump in US Elections
As the presidential elections approach, the U.S. election process appears to be influenced not only by internal political dynamics but also by external interference. Notably, the assassination...
View ArticleSelective Outrage: The US Bias in The Cases of Aysenur Ezgi Eygi and Hersh...
Recently, the White House’s response to two deadly events in the occupied Palestinian territories has once again revealed the problems of selectivity, discrimination, and double standards tainting the...
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