Tag Archives: AKP

Soma: Deconstructing the Tragedy in Turkey (Podcast)

Posted on May 20, 2014 by aaronstein1

Today I speak with Alex Christie Miller about his experiences covering the tragedy in Soma. The conversation begins with a discussion about the quality of the response to the tragedy, before asking what the response says about the state of … Continue reading →

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A Cyber Crackdown on Gulen Media?

Posted on April 1, 2014 by aaronstein1

On 28 March 2014, Turkish Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoglu made a rather sweeping policy statement regarding cyber warfare. In response to a leaked audio recording that allegedly captured Turkish policymakers debating whether or not to use a “false flag” attack to … Continue reading →

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Explaining Erdogan’s Decision-Making

Posted on March 25, 2014 by aaronstein1

Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan is a brilliant politician. The Prime Minister, through the use of modern campaign techniques that are unrivaled in Turkey, is able to keep his thumb on the pulse of the Turkish Republic and – more … Continue reading →

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Turkey Did Have a Choice in Syria

Posted on March 20, 2013 by aaronstein1

Turkey’s approach to the crisis in Syria is rooted in its previous “pre-Syrian revolt” foreign policy ambitions in the Middle East. Turkey’s overarching goal is to engage in a multi-directional proactive foreign policy, in order to deepen relations with leaders … Continue reading →

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Turkey Responds to the Israeli Strike: The Realist Wing Drives the Debate (For Now)

Posted on January 31, 2013 by aaronstein1

Yesterday, I wrote that the Turkish leadership would likely have some trouble formulating its response to the reported Israeli air strike in Syria. [From yesterday’s piece] Behind the scenes, the Turkish leadership is likely to be of two opinions about the … Continue reading →

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The Issues Facing the Turkish – US Partnership After the Election

Posted on November 7, 2012 by aaronstein1

Despite some low lying tensions, and the inevitable once in a decade diplomatic spat, the Turkish – American relationship has been incredibly durable. Each decade, however, has seen its fair share of ups and downs. In the 1960s, the Turks … Continue reading →

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