Media
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?
Germany to move troops fighting Isil from Turkey air bases, as diplomatic row escalates
Source:The Telegraph Date:05Jun2017
I’ve always taken news of a thaw in Turkey-EU relations with a grain of salt, which is proven prescient after Germany decided to withdraw from Incirlik Airbase.
Iraq’s Iran-backed militias propose entering Syria to back Assad
Source:The New Arab Date:04Jun2017
This is will hugely aggravate Turkey, as well as changing the dynamics of the Syrian War. Is a Shia Crescent in the making? How will Hashdi Shaabi and PYD-YPG get along?
Observation of the referendum on the constitutional amendments in Turkey
Source:PACE Date:31May2017
A damning report on the deficiencies and pro-Yes bias in Turkey’s presidential referandum by PACE monitors.
Turkey Escalates Crackdown on Islamic State
Source:Voice of America Date:30May2017
That’s welcome news, but sleeper cells and jihadi actives go untouched.