Israel prepares for conflict with Iran

The defense establishment in Jerusalem identifies negative trends in Iran which could force a preemptive military response. By Jonathan Hessen and Erin Viner Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu confidently asserted that…

Iranian, Syrian leaders hold talks

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi met counterpart Bashar al-Assad in Damascus in the first visit by an Iranian head of state since Syria's civil war began in 2011, in move that…

Turkey preparing Syria offensive

The northern part of Syria has been hit by intensive artillery and aerial bombardments by Turkish forces, which are amassing along the shared border ahead of an expected invasion. By…

Iran, Turkey reaffirm bond

The two countries reaffirmed their shared commitment to the Palestinians while working to repair strained ties. By Erin Viner Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu hosted his Iranian counterpart Hossein Amir-Abdollahian…

Turkey-Armenia Normalization: A Quest for Realism

Ironically, the American recognition of the Armenian genocide removed an obstacle for Armenia and Turkey to move forward. - By Dr. Hay Eytan Cohen Yanarocak, Expert on modern Turkey Armenian…

Turkish Irredentism and the Greater Middle East

Erdoğan’s alliance with the Turkish nationalists at home resulted in the adoption of an aggressive foreign policy. By Dr. Hay Eytan Cohen Yanarocak, Expert on modern Turkey Introduction Turkey plays a…

Turkey blames US, Russia for Syria attacks

Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu said that "both Russia and the United States have a responsibility” for the rise in cross-border attacks for failing to “keep their promises" to ensure…