Security & Defence
Chinese Espionage: A World Menace?
Strategic Argument and Areas of Debate
The escalating allegations of Chinese espionage activities reflect a broader geopolitical paradox where global technological interdependence simultaneously enables widespread...
National Security vs. Civil Liberties in the Digital Age: Where Lies the Balance?
Strategic Argument and Areas of Debate
The rapid integration of digital surveillance technologies presents a profound democratic paradox, equipping states with unprecedented tools to secure...
The Pyrrhic Battle for Bakhmut: A Deadly Flashpoint for Russia and Ukraine
The ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Russia witnessed a series of violent battles and skirmishes to win a decisive win over the opponent. Most...
Assessing the Nuclear Threat in the Context of the Ukraine War
Strategic Argument and Areas of Debate
The Western dismissal of Russian nuclear posturing highlights a critical geopolitical paradox, wherein continuous NATO military assistance to Ukraine...
Wagner: From the Shadows to the Limelight
In recent months, the cities of Soledar, Vuhledar and Bakhmut have become the main focal points of the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. However, the fact...
The Rise of Wagner in Russian Politics
Strategic Argument and Areas of Debate
The Kremlin's reliance on the Wagner Group to execute the Gerasimov doctrine of hybrid warfare creates a profound strategic...
Terrorism, Nordic Bids, and NATO’s Revolving Doors
With the outbreak of the Russia-Ukraine War, NATO’s protective umbrella became much sought after in Europe. The Nordic bids to become NATO members only...
Türkiye – NATO Relations: Time to Harmonise Perspectives on Terrorism
Strategic Argument and Areas of Debate
The fundamental strategic dilemma facing NATO centres on the contradiction between its rapid pursuit of northern expansion for collective...
Private Military Contractors in Conflict Zones
Strategic Argument and Areas of Debate
The rapid privatisation of warfare allows state actors to project force and outsource geopolitical objectives through Private Military Contractors...
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