December 15, 2025
In two weeks, the year 2025 will be behind us. The end of a year is a moment of reflection on the achievements, disappointments, and failures of the past twelve months and whether different paths could have been taken. In international relations, those who choose between “new chapters” and “the same old story” are world leaders, primarily among them the leaders of major powers. And “new chapters” are not easy to start writing.
Okumaya devam etDecember 8, 2025
In recent years, Türkiye’s ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) has increasingly lauded the country’s Ottoman past while being more reserved about its Republican achievements. Yes, AKP leaders visit the Atatürk Mausoleum every year to pay their respects on the anniversary of his passing, but they rarely emphasize his accomplishments. However, a quick look at history reveals that it was Atatürk’s military, political, and reformist leadership that ensured Türkiye’s survival and placed the country on a progressive path.
Okumaya devam etDecember 1, 2025
Once his 28-point peace plan became public knowledge, President Trump gave Ukraine less than a week to accept it. He also said that President Zelensky had little choice but to agree to the plan. “He’ll have to like it. And if he doesn’t like it then they should just keep fighting,” Mr. Trump told reporters. To Ukrainians, this sounded like an ultimatum, and there was a backlash in Europe.
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Diplomatik Yorum - Ali Tuygan 