Security & Defence

Uncertainty Continues to Surround the Ukraine-Russia Conflict

As the Ukraine-Russia war enters its third year, the enduring conflict and the unsuccessful spring counteroffensive have deepened divisions within the European Union. Delays in military assistance, ambiguities over new sanctions, and concerns about their circumvention raise...

Türkiye’s Defence Industry: Rise of the Phoenix

The World Defence Show held in Saudi Arabia (4-8 February 2024) was exceptionally productive for Türkiye's defence industry, as Turkish firms showcased their lead...

The Houthi Gambit in the Red Sea: Victors, Vanquished, and What Lies Beyond

In the past couple of months, the Houthis, operating from Yemen and backed by Iran, have executed a series of attacks on vessels navigating...

The brutal war on Gaza and Israel’s barbarisation of warfare

As the International Court of Justice (ICJ) began hearings on a case brought forward by South Africa, accusing Israel of genocide in the Gaza...

Russian PMCs in Africa: A Post-Wagner Outlook

In the past decade, Russia has joined the chorus of governments using private military companies (PMCs) to shape the security landscape in Africa. However, the recent mutiny of...

HyperWar: The Evolution of Conflict in the Digital Age

Strategic Argument and Areas of Debate The advent of Hyperwar exposes a profound strategic paradox where the deployment of highly advanced artificial intelligence and autonomous...

Hanging by a Thread: Can Wagner Survive the Post-Prigozhin Era?

Private Military Company (PMC) Wagner may carry on without its charismatic founder and leader, Yevgeny Prigozhin, but many experts believe it will never restore its former glory. A controversial plane crash Rumours are...

Defeat of 2016 Coup Plot Preserved Türkiye’s Sovereignty, Social Cohesion

The ‘Democracy and National Unity Day’ symbolises the bravery of the heroes who foiled the coup and showed the world that true commitment to...

Disinformation Is a National Security Threat

Disinformation-based perception is, unfortunately, replacing the reliable and accurate information that is supposed to guide voters in a democratic environment. Despite the unprecedented ease...
Weekly Newsletter

Türkiye in Focus

14-18 September 2026 Edition Edition
This week we cover:
  • Intelligence Officer’s Death Returns to the Spotlight
  • Türkiye’s Steady Rise in PISA Results
  • A Turbulent Day for Borsa İstanbul
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