Media
Latest draft of Turkey’s new national curriculum ‘excludes evolution theory’
Source:HDN Date:22Jun2017
Darwin’s theory of evolution has been excluded from the most recent draft of Turkey’s new national curriculum, which will be released following the Eid al-Fitr holiday, the head of the Education
Changing the constitution could end up in freezing EU accession talks
Source:European Parliament Date:20Jun2017
Turkey’s EU accession talks should be suspended if the proposed changes to the constitution go ahead, committee MEPs recommended on Tuesday. Foreign Affairs Committee MEPs note in their annual
Turkish lira back in favour as economy improves
Source:Financial Times Date:19Jun2017
What a difference a few months makes. After dropping to an all-time low amid economic worries, terrorist threats and political worries at the start of the year, recent stability and signs of an
Turkey’s opposition begins protest march over MP’s imprisonment
Source:The Guardian Date:15Jun2017
Turkey’s main opposition party has begun a march from the country’s capital, Ankara, to its largest city, Istanbul, to protest against the imprisonment of an MP who was sentenced to 25 years in
Syrian Rebels Close to Victory in Raqqa Offensive
Source:The Atlantic Date:13Jun2017
As the SDF approaches a victory in Raqqa, Turkey has grown concerned over whether the Kurdish group will attempt to make the city part of their autonomous zone in northern Syria.
Turkey’s Evolving Array of Diplomatic Challenges
Source:Carnegie Europe Date:13Jun2017
Marc Pierini writes: As the Turkish leadership becomes increasingly isolated from its traditional allies, Ankara seems tempted to seek refuge in an unconvincing regional role.
Iraqi and foreign reactions to Kurdish referendum plan
Source:Rudaw Date:10Jun2017
From Turkey’s perspective, the declaration by Iraqi Kurds to hold an independence referendum is yet another “Houston, we have a problem” moment.
Turkey’s military presence may complicate Qatar solution
Source:RFI Date:09Jun2017
Ankara stepped in at Qatar’s side in the Gulf dispute, while pro-AKP press contends that if Qatar capitulates, Turkey will be next in line to come under pressure.
Turkey arrests Amnesty International head and lawyers in Gulenist sweep
Source:The Guardian Date:07Jun2017
Turkey excels at shooting itself at the foot. Yet another blow to our reputation as a democracy.
Germany Says Will Avoid Escalation of Turkey Row During Troop Pullout
Source:US News World Report Date:06Jun2017
The forgotten topic amidst Turkey-Germany Incirlik row: What happens to the enlarged Customs Union?