America’s strategic plans for the Middle East have not changed

As the countdown for the G-20 Summit in Rome continues full-swing, many are debating what the future holds for Turkey-U.S. relationsHere, we would do well to particularly remember the strategy America designed for our region over the past 30 years.Du... more

The ball is now in Biden’s court after Erdogan’s tête-à-tête with Putin

For a week now, the Sochi summit has been a hotly debated topic in Turkey. Those wanting to score political points have no tangible insights other than criticizing the fact that the interview was held one-on-one and behind closed doors.Or regurgitate... more

After prevailing in Sochi, Erdogan has strengthened his hand against Biden in upcoming Rome visit

We journalists had the chance to observe President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s day-long visit to Sochi this week.  Frankly, we had quite a few concerns before the trip. For one thing, the “Gordion’s Knot in Syria’s Idlib” awaited a solution. For... more

Have you noticed how Daesh keeps popping up now that Biden is in charge?

The first harbingers that U.S. President Joe Biden’s administration will be the “third Barack Obama term” are the actors in the Middle East. Almost all elements of the Obama period have returned to the stage. As far as we can ascertain, Biden long ag... more

Chaos running amok in Armenia on anniversary of the Khojaly genocide

Wonders never cease! Chaos has ensued in Armenian capital Yerevan on the anniversary of the Khojaly genocide. The coup attempt against Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan is ongoing, who has called on the people to take to the streets. Even while... more

With Biden president, will Daesh rear its ugly head to legitimize the PYD/YPG terror group?

The discussion that has taken hold ever since U.S. President Joe Biden’s inauguration is that “the third term of Barack Obama has begun.”Considering certain appointments directly concerning Turkey, we too find the statement that this is the “third Ob... more

Neither West nor Russia adhered to deals signed with Turkey

President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan held a meeting yesterday with Russian leader Vladimir Putin to find a permanent solution to the Idlib crisis. My first observation on the flight when heading to Moscow was as follows: The ground for reaching an agreemen... more

The Suleiman Shah Tomb in Karakozaq must become the central base of Syria’s safe zone

It was only a week ago that the terrorist Kurdistan Workers’ Party’s (PKK) Syrian affiliate, the People’s Protection Units (YPG), patrolled together with the U.S. in the east of the Euphrates, north of Syria. They also shared photos of the incident. ... more

August is the month of expeditions, victories and tests for Turkey

According to some, August is a “vacation” month. For example, because Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality's mayor is Ekrem İmamoğlu. Who cares about any disaster in Istanbul? Istanbul has a mayor that cannot be reached when called, who comes and goes ... more

Turkey’s concerns increase as US continues its sweet talk

If Turkey is a “reliable ally” of the U.S., then why did you not sell it Patriot missiles when it needed air defense systems?What is more, if we are a reliable ally, why are we face-to-face with the threat of being removed from the F-35 war jet proje... more

Will Turkey take more permanent measures in Cyprus?

The agreement reached with the U.S. concerning the east of the Euphrates seems like it will be Turkey’s primary agenda following the Muslim Eid holiday. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s statement, “August is the month of victory. God willing,... more

As we continue to oppose US on Syria, mobilization in Turkey increases

I guess the summary of all that is happening in Syria is: Bashar Assad remains in power. Russia has reached the Mediterranean through Syria. Legitimate dissidents have been constricted into tiny spaces. Those who crossed the borders took shelter in T... more

Kindness is going to change the world; Turkey is going to change the world

I had not been going to Ankara for a long time. The "5th International Kindness Awards" organized by the Turkey Religious Foundation, also known as Diyanet, brought on the occasion. I went to Ankara on Wednesday and followed the ceremony at the Beşte... more