January 2018
US Response to Turkey's Warning: We Will Not Withdraw Our Forces from Manbij in Syria
The US has reaffirmed its commitment to keep troops in Manbij, Syria, despite Turkey's demands for withdrawal. This situation arises amid Turkey's military operations in…
New U.S. and Allies' Plan to Punish Perpetrators of Chemical Attacks
The U.S. and 28 allies announced a new initiative to punish those responsible for chemical attacks in Syria, coinciding with reports of a recent attack…
Turkey Warns the U.S.: We Will Also Operate in Manbij
Turkey has warned the U.S. that its military operations in Afrin will extend to Manbij, where U.S. forces are stationed, complicating relations between the two…
Syrian Kurdish Militants: 10 Killed in Turkish Attacks on Afrin
Turkish airstrikes in Afrin, Syria, have resulted in at least 10 deaths, including civilians and militants, as Turkey intensifies its military operations against Kurdish forces.…
Erdogan: If the U.S. does not extradite Gulen, the criminal extradition agreement will be canceled
Turkish President Erdogan threatened to cancel the criminal extradition agreement with the U.S. if they do not extradite Fethullah Gulen, accused of orchestrating the 2016…
Turkish Foreign Minister's Visit to Germany; Efforts to Improve Bilateral Relations
The foreign ministers of Germany and Turkey met to discuss improving their strained relations, particularly regarding the detention of German citizens in Turkey. Both countries…
Turkey Expresses Concern Over the 'Escalation' of Protests in Iran
Turkey has expressed concern over the escalation of protests in Iran, warning of potential violence and urging adherence to the rule of law. Meanwhile, Syria…