October 2016
Over 10,000 More People Dismissed in Turkey in Connection with the Coup
The Turkish government has dismissed over 10,000 public sector employees and shut down media outlets in the aftermath of a failed coup. President Erdoğan is…
Fruitless Efforts of Turkish Justice Minister for the Release of Zarrab from U.S. Prison
The Turkish Justice Minister has made unsuccessful efforts to negotiate the release of Reza Zarrab, a businessman imprisoned in the U.S. on charges related to…
Turkish Prime Minister: Peshmerga Requested Help, We Will Provide Military Support
Turkish Prime Minister Binali Yıldırım announced military support for Kurdish Peshmerga forces in Iraq against the Islamic State, following their request for assistance. This development…
Abadi: We Do Not Need Turkey's Presence in Mosul Operations
Iraqi Prime Minister Haider Abadi has stated that there is no need for Turkish military involvement in the Mosul operations, despite a previous agreement between…
Erdogan Says Turkey Has a 'Historical Responsibility' Towards Iraq
Turkish President Erdogan asserts Turkey's historical responsibility towards Iraq, emphasizing support for Sunnis and Turkmen amid the Mosul battle. The situation escalates tensions between Turkey…
U.S. Federal Court Rejects Request to Dismiss Reza Zarrab's Case
A U.S. federal court has rejected a request to dismiss the case against Reza Zarrab, who is accused of violating sanctions against Iran. The trial…
Turkey, Three Months After the Failed Coup
Three months after the failed coup in Turkey, significant political and social changes have occurred, including mass arrests and a state of emergency extension. President…
The Battle for the Liberation of Mosul; Forces and Disparate Actors
Speculation about the liberation of Mosul has intensified, with various actors including Iraqi forces, Kurdish Peshmerga, and U.S. military involved. The operation is critical for…
Operation to Liberate Mosul from ISIS 'Will Begin in the Coming Days'
The operation to liberate Mosul from ISIS is set to begin soon, with intensified airstrikes from the U.S.-led coalition. Turkish President Erdogan has expressed Turkey's…
US: Foreign military forces can only be in Iraq with the permission of the Iraqi government
The US State Department emphasized that foreign military forces in Iraq must have the Iraqi government's approval, amid escalating tensions between Iraq and Turkey over…
Erdogan to Iraqi Prime Minister: You Better Understand Your Position
Turkish President Erdogan insulted Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi, asserting Turkey's military presence in northern Iraq will continue despite Iraqi protests. This exchange highlights rising…
Suspension of Thousands of Turkish Police Due to Alleged Coup Connections
The Turkish government has suspended over 12,000 police officers due to alleged connections with the failed coup attempt and the Gülen network. This action follows…
The Difference Between the Success and Failure of the Turkish Coup!
The Turkish parliament has extended the state of emergency for another 13 months, following the failed coup attempt in July 2016. President Erdoğan and Prime…