Detainees and Diplomacy: Turkey Denies a Link
Turkey’s arrests of an American pastor and other Western citizens have thrust its troubled judicial system to the forefront of ties with allies.
Rethinking Erdogan’s “Hostage Diplomacy”
So long as Erdogan assumes Western hostility and seeks to counter it through provocative measures, there are few good options to respond.
Into the Abyss: Turkish Impressions of a U.S.-Turkish Break
With Trump threatening more sanctions and Erdogan threatening to find other allies, Turkey may be forced to figure out what the alternatives are.
Will the U.S. Stop Turkey from Receiving F-35s?
It is increasingly likely that future conflicts and security issues will arise that make handing these planes over to Turkey dangerous.
Mixed Messages from Ankara
Following the re-election of President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in late June, many observers wondered if Turkey’s foreign policy would remain capable of pragmatism and compromise.
Reset Or Resentment: Turkey After June 24
Amid the uncertainty in Washington, Ankara and the Middle East, predictions are difficult but here are three developments to watch.
Quick Takeaways from Turkey’s Election
Here are some takes on what the outcome of the elections in Turkey tell us about what happened and what happens next.
Turkey Elections: Challenging Three Common Assumptions
For the first time, Turks will separately but simultaneously elect a president and a legislature. The president will be the all-powerful master of the Executive Branch.
Part I: The Election Landscape
Though the AKP has kept its hold on power several emerging dynamics have created a real sense of optimism among the opposition that the results, this time, might be different.
Part II: Post Election Scenarios
A clear-cut victory would still leave Erdoğan facing a deteriorating economic climate, strained relations with Western partners and an ongoing war with PKK-linked forces.
2017 Annual Report
