As the Turkish Lira Drops, Desperation Soars
In late November, Turkey’s currency, the Turkish lira, crashed, sending the country into an economic crisis and state of desperation.…
As Turkey Contemplates a Military Offensive, Syrian Kurds Fear the Worst
For decades, the Turkish government and the minority Kurdish population have maintained tense relations. Over the past several months, these…
Turkey’s Indictment of Influencer Highlights its Conservative Shift
Turkey’s conservative shift has become a controversial affair in recent years. The most recent example of this is that of…
How the Hamas Charter Conflicts with the Palestinians’ Interests
This May, the world was watching the conflict unfold between Hamas and Israel. While many condemned Israel, they failed to…
After Sözcü Ban, Turkey’s War Against Free Speech Continues
In 2019, the Turkish government issued a tax fine to a leading opposition newspaper, Sözcü, which amounted to TL 14.5…
The Russian Navy is Flexing its Muscles in the Agean Sea
Over the past several years, Russia has garnered an infamous reputation for its expansionist policies, which seek to promote and…