The MV Kathrin, a German-flagged cargo ship, has been at the center of international controversy due to allegations that it is carrying explosives destined for Israel. Here are the key developments: Background The MV Kathrin departed from Vietnam in mid-July 2024, reportedly carrying 150 metric tons of explosives, including RDX and TNT[1][4]. The ship’s … Read more
This might be the most popular video from the summit (!) Erdoğan combing his hair! The most recent BRICS summit was held from October 22-24, 2024 in Kazan, Russia. Here are the key highlights and outcomes: Expansion and Attendance The summit marked the first gathering after BRICS expanded to include new members: Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, … Read more
Although I attempted to catch your eyes by stating “civilizational,” it might be more pragmatic. Changing regional relations, the EU’s hesitancy, Turkish domestic politics, etc., can all be listed in the choice. Turkey has indeed applied to join the BRICS group of emerging economies. Here’s a summary of the key information: Application Confirmation Multiple sources … Read more
It looks like Turkey is changing its attitude towards Egypt. This must really hurt Muslim Brotherhood sympathizers. The visit of Egyptian President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi to Turkey was marked by a warm reception, indicating a significant shift towards normalizing relations between the two countries. Erdoğan personally welcomed Sisi at the Esenboğa Airport and the two … Read more
Jihadists may not like this. There are clear signs of a rapprochement between Turkey and Syria after over a decade of severed diplomatic ties. Here are the key points: Recent statements: Both Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Syrian President Bashar al-Assad have recently expressed willingness to restore diplomatic relations[3][8]. Erdogan stated there is … Read more
Pro-government trolls were vehemently denying trade or at least trying to justify it. After a particular instance of police brutality on pro-Palestine demonstrators who demanded an end to trade with Israel, public outcry may have led to partial restrictions on trade. Turkey imposes export restrictions on Israel amid Gaza conflict One Twitter user has been … Read more
Turkish police have recently detained seven people on suspicion of selling information to Mossad, including a private detective. The arrests are part of a wave of detentions in Turkey related to spying activities for Israel. Citations: [1] https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2024/2/2/turkey-arrests-seven-suspected-of-selling-information-to-israels-mossad [2] https://apnews.com/article/turkey-suspects-detained-spying-israel-dd76ee759d7ca23c1ab4cb3d33fc920e [3] https://www.timesofisrael.com/turkey-arrests-33-alleged-mossad-agents-as-israel-threatens-hamas-abroad/ [4] https://www.reuters.com/world/middle-east/turkey-detains-seven-suspected-selling-information-israels-mossad-anadolu-says-2024-03-05/ [5] https://www.timesofisrael.com/7-detained-in-turkey-for-allegedly-selling-intel-to-mossad-via-private-detectives/ A Medium author listed all cases of alleged … Read more
My already busy schedule has gotten even busier in the last weeks, and I could not blog some of the news on time. One is the Israeli players in Turkey. Mr. Jehezkel was deported even before he could realize what was happening. As far as I know, one more Israeli player has lost his job. … Read more
According to recent news reports, Turkish authorities have arrested 33 people suspected of carrying out “international espionage” for Israel’s intelligence agency Mossad. The suspects were detained in 57 locations across eight provinces near Istanbul as part of an investigation by the Chief Public Prosecutor’s Office and Turkey’s National Intelligence Agency. The suspects were believed to … Read more
This is a hilarious diplomatic crisis, with an unprecedented level of idiocy and incompetence on all involved. ❌ The Turkish government decides to hold the Turkish Super Cup final in Saudi Arabia, no doubt in return for continued cash flow. ❌ Saudi authorities don't allow… https://t.co/8oGDhRuVPd — Umut Özkırımlı (@UOzkirimli) December 29, 2023 The Turkish … Read more
*Well, I should add Erdoğan’s hostile rhetoric here:) Here is the summary of events: During his visit to Athens, President Erdogan visited the Turkish Embassy in Athens accompanied by the Minister of Foreign Affairs and the Minister of Treasury and Finance[1]. President Erdogan also signed a friendship accord with Greece, saying that the two countries … Read more
, In a photo of the meeting between US Secretary of State Blinken and Turkish Foreign Minister Fidan, one detail deserves attention: the Al-Aqsa Mosque inside a star and crescent of the Turkish flag. Türkiye is sending a clear signal: it sees itself as a guardian of Al-Aqsa. A detail from the photo of Blinken-Fidan … Read more
Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan made a statement on October 25, 2023, in which he called Hamas a “liberation group” and “mujahideen” fighting to protect Palestinian lands and people[1][2][3]. He also criticized Western powers that have voiced support for Israel’s retaliation against Hamas, saying “Western tears shed for Israel are a manifestation of fraud”[1]. Erdogan called … Read more
Biden’s unequivocal support for Netanyahu led the Israeli government seems to destroy the remaining bits of American legitimacy in the region. I know things are complicated and tragic, but would that be the best way to proceed? On the other hand, global sympathy for Israeli victims is declining after the Israeli security forces’ reckless attacks … Read more
PACE adopts decision for immediate release of Osman Kavala – Bianet … GEZİ PARK TRIAL. Turkey’s top appeals court upholds Osman Kavala’s life sentence. 28 September 2023. /haber/turkeys-top-appeals-court-upholds-osman Türkiye: Convictions of Osman Kavala & four others needs urgent international response Amnesty International … Gezi Park protests against a government urban development project. Four co-defendants – Çiğdem Mater, Can Atalay, … Read more