Tag Archives: Pompeo

A Turning Point in Washington

Posted on January 20, 2021 by Ali Tuygan

January 20, 2021 With inauguration safely behind, President Biden would now start addressing America’s polarization, Covid-19, and a wrecked foreign policy. He has a far heavier agenda than many of his predecessors. Among his major tasks in the international arena … Continue reading →

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Confronting Terrorism and Islamic State’s Ideology

Posted on February 26, 2019 by Ali Tuygan

February 26, 2019 The following is among the permanent fixtures of UN Security Council resolutions on terrorism: “Emphasizing that terrorism and violent extremism conducive to terrorism cannot and should not be associated with any religion, nationality, or civilization…” The reality … Continue reading →

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Syria: Moment of Truth for the West

Posted on January 11, 2019 by Ali Tuygan

January 11, 2019 Defeating ISIS in Syria and ousting President Assad are no longer compatible. They never were. The West must make a choice. The following questions can help find the answer: Was the Western intervention in Syria about promoting … Continue reading →

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The Khashoggi Tragedy: Waiting for “The End”

Posted on October 17, 2018 by Ali Tuygan

October 17, 2018 Two weeks after Jamal Khashoggi disappeared, the Turkish-Saudi “working group” finally searched the Saudi consulate in Istanbul, the scene of the alleged crime. On Monday, President Trump had a telephone conversation with King Salman and decided to … Continue reading →

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