Tag Archives: Turkey

The 81st UNGA

Posted on September 28, 2026 by Ali Tuygan

September 28, 2026 On the first day of the 81st UNGA’s general debate, Secretary-General António Guterres delivered a remarkable speech underscoring today’s global and regional challenges. He started by pointing to the widening fault lines of the world. He mentioned … Continue reading →

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Yemen’s Continuing Ordeal

Posted on September 22, 2026 by Ali Tuygan

The following is a post I had written eleven years ago. A decade later, the Middle East is again in turmoil. The OIC is nonexistent. Ankara must be a partner in peace, not in conflict.

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A Narrowing Window of Opportunity

Posted on September 21, 2026 by Ali Tuygan

September 21, 2026 In recent weeks, the Houthis, in a lightning offensive, have captured two key islands near the Bab al-Mandeb Strait, giving them greater leverage over the critical maritime route. With two major maritime arteries nearly blocked, oil prices … Continue reading →

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Gazans to “Voluntarily Emigrate”

Posted on September 7, 2026 by Ali Tuygan

September 7, 2026 This is how I had concluded a post more than a year ago: “Against the latest flurry of diplomacy, Mr. Netanyahu’s right-wing government remains determined that all Palestinians be expelled from Gaza, a project endorsed by President … Continue reading →

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Russia-Türkiye Relations

Posted on August 24, 2026 by Ali Tuygan

August 24, 2026 On August 15, 2026, Russia’s Foreign Ministry Spokeswoman Maria Zakharova was asked about plans by the US and Türkiye to supply arms to Kyiv. Referring to a “quite a considerable arsenal”, she said, “… these are countries … Continue reading →

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Learning Again to Live With Wars

Posted on August 17, 2026 by Ali Tuygan

August 17, 2026 Since the collapse of the Ottoman Empire at the end of World War I, the Middle East has been traumatized by Western interventions, wars, power competition, and peace treaties among regional adversaries that have failed to embrace … Continue reading →

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Syria Struggling for Peace and Stability

Posted on January 26, 2026 by Ali Tuygan

January 26, 2026 The US-Israel-led Western project to remake the Middle East started with the invasion of Iraq and continued with the regime change project in  Libya, followed by Syria. In December 2024, the HTS seized the capital Damascus unopposed … Continue reading →

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Atatürk: Turks’ Greatest Leader Ever

Posted on November 10, 2025 by Ali Tuygan

November 10, 2025 Today marks the 87th anniversary of Atatürk’s passing into eternity. It is a solemn occasion when the people of Türkiye reaffirm their deep gratitude to him and their commitment to his worldview. What makes him so unique?

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A Critical Day for Gaza

Posted on October 6, 2025 by Ali Tuygan

October 6, 2025 On September 29, 2025, President Trump and Prime Minister Netanyahu met at the White House. Mr. Trump announced his 20-point plan for Gaza. During remarks to the media with the Israeli Prime Minister, Mr. Trump said that … Continue reading →

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President Trump’s New Deadline for Peace in Ukraine

Posted on August 4, 2025 by Ali Tuygan

August 4, 2025 Last week, President Trump said that Russia could be so wealthy, but Moscow spends everything on war, which makes no sense. He also said he decided to reduce the 50-day deadline he had given Russia to end … Continue reading →

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