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The Kurdish Struggle in Syria: Reviving Kurdish Identity and Exposing Turkish Policies
The Kurdish struggle in Syria marks a pivotal chapter in the modern history of the Kurdish people, as it contributed to reviving Kurdish identity and solidifying the concept of “Kurdishness” across all parts of Kurdistan. Before the Syrian revolution erupted in 2011, the Kurdish issue in Syria was marginalized regionally and internationally due to the systematic exclusion imposed by the…
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Tensions in Northern Syria: Turkey’s Limitations, Russia’s Maneuvers, and the Kurds’ Difficult Choices
The current situation in Syria reflects a relative stalemate amid escalating tensions between the main actors, particularly regarding Turkey’s threats to launch a military operation against the Autonomous Administration areas in northeastern Syria. Turkey appears weak in its ability to carry out a large-scale offensive due to several factors. Domestically, the Turkish government is grappling with severe economic crises that…
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Syria: A Battlefield of Regional and International Powers
Syria has become one of the most complex conflict zones in the world, where global and regional interests clash in a multi-layered struggle. Since the Syrian uprising in 2011, the country has evolved into a proxy war theater, with shifting alliances and competing agendas. Recent military operations in regions like Aleppo and Deir ez-Zor highlight ongoing efforts to reshape power…
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The Triple Alliance and the Kurdish Issue
The Triple Alliance and the Kurdish IssueThe growing cooperation between Israel, Greece, and Cyprus in recent years represents a strategic shift in the Eastern Mediterranean, encompassing various fields such as security, energy, and military coordination. For Turkey, and specifically for President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, this trilateral alliance is not merely economic or military cooperation between three countries; it constitutes a…
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What does the peace process in Türkiye need?
To end the war between Turkey and the Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK), a comprehensive peace agreement must be reached between both sides. For the peace process to succeed, there are steps that both the Turkish government, led by President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, and the PKK need to take. The Turkish government should initiate an inclusive political process that recognizes the…
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“Elections in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq: What’s Next?
The Kurdistan Region of Iraq is at a critical juncture, requiring urgent political, legal, and institutional reforms to secure its future and ensure stability. One of the most pressing issues is the need for a regional constitution, which would serve as the cornerstone for a clear legal framework defining the powers and responsibilities of the region’s institutions. Equally important is…
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