(Editorial note: This article has been written prior to yesterday’s presidential elections in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. It maintains its actuality due to its structural and long-term analysis, UWI.) By Prof. Dr. Ata Atun / Member of the Advisory Board to the President of Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus Presidential elections in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus ...

At the meeting held in Egypt, the Atlantic front referred to the ceasefire reached in Gaza as the “Trump peace.” But “Trump’s doings” don’t end there: we also have the “Trump route” in the South Caucasus and the “Trump’s initiative” in Syria. What do the US’s recent policies and moves in West Asia, the Eastern Mediterranean, the Black Sea, and ...

By Adem Kılıç, Political Scientist The process that began on October 7, 2023, with Hamas’s “Aksa Tufanı” operation and continued with Israel’s extensive attacks that turned into a genocidal war against Gaza, has led to new deep fractures and alliances not only in the Palestinian arena but also on the global stage. One of the most notable developments in this ...

By Halil Özsaraç, Retired Navy Captain, Turkish Naval Forces The World Association for Political Economy (WAPE) held its 18th annual forum in Türkiye, hosted by Yeditepe University. The theme of the Forum, held on August 6–8, was “Multipolarity in the 21st Century: Challenges and Opportunities in Political Economy”. Halil Özsaraç, Retired Navy Captain from Türkiye, made a presentation titled “Possible ...

George Friedman, founder of Stratfor, known as the “shadow CIA”, has published an article examining the impact of global and regional developments on Türkiye’s foreign policy. Beyond offering an analysis of the current landscape, the article lays out a roadmap for Ankara’s foreign policy. Unsurprisingly, this roadmap aligns with the interests of the US/Israel, and NATO. Friedman urges Türkiye to ...

The Center for National Strategy (USMER) has organized an international conference on the Eastern Mediterranean and the Black Sea on July 18 and 19 in Istanbul, Türkiye. Today, we present the speech of Hüseyin Macit Yusuf Former Roving Ambassador of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, Member Of Presidential Advisory Board. By Hüseyin Macit Yusuf Former Roving Ambassador of the ...

The Center for National Strategy (USMER) has organized an international conference on the Eastern Mediterranean and the Black Sea on July 18 and 19 in Istanbul, Türkiye. Today, we present the speech of Cong Song, Minister of the People’s Republic of China’s embassy in Türkiye. Distinguished guests and friends: The current international landscape is turbulent and volatile. Instability and uncertainty ...

The Center for National Strategy (USMER) has organized an international conference on the Eastern Mediterranean and the Black Sea on July 18 and 19 in Istanbul, Türkiye. Today, we present the speech of Dr. Ali El-Hajj Hassan, Youth Officer of Hezbollah – Lebanon. By Dr. Ali El-Hajj Hassan, Youth Officer of Hezbollah – Lebanon. In the Name of God, the ...

by Fabrizio Verde Cyprus is not merely an island in the Eastern Mediterranean; it is a strategic linchpin where geopolitical, military, and economic interests converge. Positioned at the crossroads of Europe, the Middle East, and North Africa, Cyprus has historically been a battleground for empires and a focal point for regional powers. In the modern era, it has become a ...

The Center for National Strategy (USMER) has organized an international conference on the Eastern Mediterranean and the Black Sea on July 18 and 19 in Istanbul, Türkiye. Today, we present the inaugural speech held by Dr. Doğu Perinçek, Chairman of the Vatan Party (Türkiye). Dear Friends, You have come to our conference from seven continents, bringing your states’ resolve for ...