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Middle East

Is Erdogan's stance on Hamas pragmatic or foolish?

The Turkish leader's attempt to burnish his regional clout will likely further hurt his image in the West.

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Europe

Ending US military assistance to Azerbaijan immediately

Washington was giving Baku transfer waivers for years to fight terrorism after 9/11. That's no longer necessary, especially now.

Conflict in the Caucasus may not be over
Asia-Pacific

Conflict in the Caucasus may not be over

Azerbaijan’s takeover of Nagorno-Karabakh has unleashed a grab bag of regional rivalries that have the potential to turn hostile

Is anyone happier about Menendez's demise than Erdogan?
Europe

Is anyone happier about Menendez's demise than Erdogan?

The shrewd Turkish president thinks he may get his F-16s after all.

Reading Erdoğan: The demand for EU entry is more than bluster
Middle East

Reading Erdoğan: The demand for EU entry is more than bluster

After years of playing off his people's angst of Eurocentrism, the successful Turkish strongman now sees the West as a way out of his troubles.

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Middle East

Erdogan, a 21st century sultan, wins again

The Turkish leader's blend of populism, Islamism, and nationalism has kept him in power for 20 years. He has no incentive to change.