November 2016
Erdogan's Warning: I Will Open Turkey's Borders for Refugees Heading to Europe
President Erdogan threatened to open Turkey's borders to refugees heading to Europe following the European Parliament's vote to suspend Turkey's EU membership negotiations. This escalation…
Leaders of Two European Parliament Factions Call for Suspension of Turkey's Membership Negotiations
Leaders of two factions in the European Parliament have called for the suspension of Turkey's EU membership negotiations due to human rights abuses following a…
In Response to Protests, Turkey Withdraws Bill Related to Sexual Assault on Children
The Turkish government withdrew a controversial bill that would have allowed men convicted of child sexual assault to marry their victims for release from prison,…
NATO Secretary General: Several Turkish Military Personnel Seeking Asylum
NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg revealed that several Turkish military officers have sought asylum following the failed coup in Turkey this summer, coinciding with a…
From Israel to Russia and from Slovenia to the Philippines; All the Countries Celebrating Trump's Victory
Donald Trump's victory as the 45th President of the United States has been met with celebration from various countries including Israel, Russia, Turkey, and Egypt,…
Has Turkey Abandoned Its EU Membership Aspirations?
Tensions between the EU and Turkey have escalated following the arrest of journalists and political leaders in Turkey. Erdoğan has urged the EU to make…
Erdogan: It Doesn't Matter If They Call Me a Dictator
Turkish President Erdogan dismissed concerns over being labeled a dictator while accusing Europe of supporting terrorism through the PKK. His comments follow a crackdown on…
Turkish Foreign Minister to Iraq: If You Are Powerful, Why Did You Surrender Mosul to ISIS?
Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu criticized Iraqi Prime Minister Haider al-Abadi, calling him weak for allowing ISIS to take Mosul and for the PKK's presence…
Haider al-Abadi Warns Turkey About Consequences of Military Intervention in Iraq
Haider al-Abadi, the Iraqi Prime Minister, has warned Turkey against military intervention in Iraq, stating it could lead to Turkey's disintegration. Iraq opposes Turkish forces'…