“We regret that the Iranian scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh lost his life as a result of an armed attack in Tehran. We condemn this heinous murder and extend our condolences to the government of Iran and the family of the deceased,” said Turkey’s Foreign Ministry in a statement.
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What is the Future of Armenia?
The escalation of the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict, and the subsequent ceasefire, has been on the forefront of the news around the globe. Earlier this month, the ceasefire agreement was signed by Russia, Armenia, and Azerbaijan. History tends to repeat itself, but the future of Armenia can be problematic.
Turkey Sentences Hundreds to Life After Coup Attempt
A Turkish court on Thursday sentenced 337 people, amongst them Air Force officers and pilots, for the failed coup attempt against President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s government in 2016. It is the grand trial that has been ongoing in the nation’s capital city, Ankara, that culminated in the mass sentencing.
What is Stopping Erdogan from Meddling in Venezuela?
This week, the Venezuelan leader of the opposition, Juan Guaido, gave an interview regarding the continuation of the US’ bipartisan support of the Venezuelan opposition by the newly-elected US President, Joe Biden, and his administration. However, Venezuela can suffer the same fate as Syria, except the trajectory will differ.
Nour: Khashoggi Threatened by Advisor to MBS
A friend of Jamal Khashoggi said today that the Saudi journalist received threats from an adviser to Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. Twenty Saudis, including two relatives of MBS, are on trial in absentia in Istanbul for the assassination of Khashoggi at the Saudi consulate in Istanbul in October 2018.
Turkey’s Past, Present and Future Conflicts
The President of Turkey, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, made a statement that Turkey is part of Europe. Hence, making a claim that Turkey is part of Europe is a strategic move, and yet another attempt to join the European Union. President Erdogan has also been accused of wanting to restore the Ottoman Empire.
The Status Quo in Nagorno-Karabakh
A Russian peacekeeping contingent has been stationed in the “Armenian” part of Nagorno-Karabakh after a ceasefire agreement was signed by Russia, Armenia, and Azerbaijan. The agreement came into force on the November 10th. Currently, the Russian peacekeeping units carry out a number of duties.
Erdogan Calls for “Two-State Solution” in Cyprus
The Nagorno-Karabakh conflict has been frozen, for now. The ceasefire agreement was signed last week between Russia, Armenia and Azerbaijan. It is a loss for Armenia, due to Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan’s failed leadership. As a result, Russian peacekeepers entered the region.
Pompeo: Europe, US Must Unite Against Erdogan
US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo told the Paris-based newspaper Le Figaro that the US and European governments must work together to address the policies pursued by Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in the Middle East over the past few months. During his visit to Turkey, Secretary Pompeo refused to meet with the Turkish Foreign Minister.
You Are Not Powerless in Your Job Search During Covid-19
You probably never dreamed you’d be in search of a job during a global pandemic. Talk about challenges, right? Okay, before you get down and think your chances just slid to the floor, let’s look at what you can do to make the most of your time, and how you can land that next job interview.
One of the first things to consider is how you present yourself to others. Have you evaluated your personal brand lately? What makes you a valuable candidate to prospective employers? How will you stand out in a crowded marketplace? What transferable skills do you have? What are your strengths and how can you amplify them? Consider what courses are available to help you stay competitive in your industry. By evaluating your personal brand, you’ll get an overarching view of how potential employers see you.
Armenians Greet Ceasefire With Unrest
A ceasefire agreement has been signed between Russia, Armenia, and Azerbaijan pertaining to the Nagorno-Karabakh Region. The agreement entails Russian peacekeepers overseeing the mission. Meanwhile, Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan said that he is in Armenia, and continues to fulfill his duties.
Biden and the Future of the US Geopolitical Influence
On November 3rd, American citizens voted to elect the new President of the United States. The winner is Democrat Joe Biden, who has a long history in politics. Many major changes are coming to the US’ national and foreign policies in the new year. Furthermore, for the European Union, it will be a welcome change.
Election 2020 — Some World Leaders Remain Silent
Congratulations began pouring in from around the world in earnest after it emerged on Saturday that Democratic candidate Joe Biden had taken an insurmountable lead over President Donald Trump in the near-complete tally of Tuesday’s elections. Notably, however, some top world leaders have up to now remained silent.
Azerbaijani Consulate in Kharkiv Shelled
On the night of November 7, unknown people fired at the honorary consulate of Azerbaijan in Kharkiv, the press service of the National Police in Kharkiv region reports. The shots were fired at about 2:30 p.m. They shot at the window and the front door. Police found 2 shell casings and 3 remains of metal at the scene.
Iraq- Two Killed in Anti-Government Protests in Baghdad
Iraqi prime minister called on police and security forces not to shoot at protesters, yet two young men were killed in police shootings during anti-government demonstrations in Baghdad and Basra. The young man killed in Baghdad has been one of the main figures in the protests.
Turkey Fines Social Media Platforms
Facebook Instagram, Twitter, Periscope, YouTube and TikTok platforms have been hit with heavy fines since a new law came into force in Turkey to tighten regulation of social networks. They were each fined 10 million liras ($1.174 million) for not naming their local representative at the appointed time.
France Bans “Gray Wolves,” Turkey Vows Response
The French government has announced a ban on and the disbanding of the Turkish nationalist group, the Gray Wolves, who are accused of hate speech and violence in France. Turkey’s response was swift, describing it as a “provocation.” Ankara furthermore promised a “firm response” to the moves by the French government.
Politics of France, What is Next?
Last week, French President Emmanuel Macron launched and “leaked” an offensive against the “Islamic order.” This offensive has a utilitarian and local character, and hardly at all pulled on a new “crusade” that the French public would not imagine. However, as usual, in such cases, the result gives way to pure politics.
Turkey Earthquake — Child Rescued from Rubble
A three year old child has been rescued alive from the rubble following a powerful earthquake which hit Turkey on Friday. The death toll increased to 91 as more bodies were retrieved overnight and on Monday morning. The baby, Elif Perincek, was stuck under the debris for around 65 hours.
Turkey Earthquake Kills Dozens with Hundreds Injured
According to the latest news, the number of victims of the Turkish earthquake has reached 25 dead and 800 injured. Two people were killed and eight were injured on the Greek island of Samos. A magnitude 6.6 earthquake shook the Aegean Sea off the southwestern coast of Turkey near the tourist city of Hesar in Izmir province.
Armenia Asked Russia for Help
Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has asked the Russian president for help in securing his country. The Armenian Foreign Ministry announced on Saturday (October 31st) that Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan had officially asked Russian President Vladimir Putin to launch an “urgent consultation” on ensuring Armenia’s security.
Indonesia Deports Three Uyghurs Back to China
A senior security source in Indonesia said that before US Secretary of State Pompeo visited Indonesia on Thursday (October 29), Indonesia deported three Uyghurs from prison to China. The source said that this action occurred before Pompeo arrived in Indonesia and met with Indonesian President Widodo.
France Arrests Man with Ties to Nice Attacker
French authorities have detained a man suspected of having contacted the perpetrator of Thursday’s attack in Nice, France, which killed three people at a local Catholic church. As per preliminary investigations, the 47-year-old man is suspected of having kept in touch with the attacker, and was taken into police custody on Thursday night.
France Talks Tough With Turkey on Values
France “will never renounce its principles and values,” in regard to its recent tough stance on Muslims, despite what it terms as “attempts at destabilization and intimidation” by Turkey. This has been said Wednesday by the spokesman for the Franch president, Gabriel Attal, who also underscored “a strong European unity.”
Araghchi Arrives in Baku to Present Iranian Peace Plan
Abbas Araghchi, Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs and President Hassan Rouhani’s Special Envoy to Baku arrived in the capital of the Republic of Azerbaijan, on Wednesday at the head of a delegation. Araghchi arrived in Baku with a proposed peace plan.
Turkey’s Lira Hits Another Low
Following the Coronavirus epidemic, Turkey’s currency has depreciated by a record amount against the dollar due to Turkey’s dispute with its NATO allies. In a recent speech, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan forged bitter relations with several other countries, including France and the United States.
Muslim Countries Boycott French Goods Over Macron Comments
Dissatisfied with French President Emmanuel Macron’s statement on Muslims and Islam, some Arab countries have begun to boycott French goods. The French Ministry of Foreign Affairs issued an appeal to stop the boycott, and President Macron has also responded.
Erdogan Calls for Boycott of French Products
The President of Turkey, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, implored the citizens of his country Monday not to buy products from France. His remarks came in retaliation for the strong position taken by France against Islamic groups, following the beheading of one of its teachers by a radical Muslim young man.
Kurz, Borrell Condemn Erdogan’s Attacks on Macron
The Austrian Chancellor, Sebastian Kurz, and the European Union’s Minister of Foreign Affairs, Josep Borrell, have strongly condemned the insults of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, aimed his French counterpart, Emmanuel Macron. On his part, the Chancellor made his thoughts known on Twitter.
Nagorno Karabakh Conflict- Did Armenia Fail Itself?
The escalation of the Nagorno Karabakh conflict happened in September and continues today. The President of Turkey, Recep Erdogan is supporting Azerbaijan. The conflict is pertaining the Nagorno Karabakh region. Azerbaijan believes the territories should be returned to them.
Is Turkey Becoming a Problem for the NATO?
Turkey made an official statement pertaining the refusal of the contract termination with Russia. The S-400 anti aircraft systems will be supplied to Turkey. It has been in service with the Russian Armed Forces since 2007. The announcement came directly from the president of Turkey Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
Erdogan Launches a Sharp Attack on Macron, Questions His Mental Powers
The Turkish president launched a sharp attack on his French counterpart, asking him to “check his mental health”, due to the latter’s proposal to protect his country’s secular values. For its part, Jordan condemned the re-publication of the caricatures of the Prophet Muhammad “under the pretext of freedom of expression.”
US Pressure on Azerbaijan and Armenia to Stop Fighting in Karabakh
In separate meetings with his Azeri and Armenian counterparts, US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo called for an end to the war in Nagorno-Karabakh. Azerbaijan has stated that it is ready to resume political talks after the occupation of Nagorno-Karabakh by Armenia.
ECB May Keep Its Policy Unchanged Next Week
According to news sources, the euro against the dollar is likely to remain firm in the 1.15-1.20 range as risk sentiment improved, and the European Central Bank is likely to remain with unchanged policies. The new coronavirus cases and increased restrictions will limit the euro’s gains.
Is the EU Allowing Erdogan to Attack?
The European Union discussed (but failed to agree on) sanctions against Turkey over the weekend, Euronews reported. Several countries want to punish Turkey for violating the sovereign rights of Greeks and Cypriots in the Eastern Mediterranean. However, Germany, Spain, Italy, Hungary, and Malta blocked the proposal.
Tensions Between Russia and Turkey Escalate
Erdogan made a statement that he does not recognize the Crimea as part of Russia. The Kremlin representative said that the Union of Russia and Turkey is impossible after Erdogan’s words about Crimea. “Erdogan has his own agenda. We can’t even talk about any ‘Union’,” Pushkov said.
SVR: Turkey Openly Siding with Azerbaijan
Russia SVR made a public statement that Turkey is supporting Azerbaijan in the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict. Turkey’s open and unequivocal support for Azerbaijan is a fundamentally new external factor that affects the nature of the current aggravation of the situation in Nagorno-Karabakh, SVR head Sergey Naryshkin said to Tass.
Turkey — Totals Tell Tale of Terrible Trade Troubles
Last Wednesday, the Turkish Statistical Institute published data pertaining to the nation’s foreign trade. The situation looks troublesome. Turkey has been on the forefront of the news for the past week, regarding President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s support of Azerbaijan in the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict.
Iran to Aid Armenia in the Nagorno Karabakh Conflict
Iran declared its intention to support Armenia and began transferring tanks and artillery. The Iranian defense Ministry has begun an emergency transfer of its artillery and heavy armored vehicles to the border with Azerbaijan, preparing to support Armenia if necessary. We know about the transfer of at least two dozen field howitzers and three dozen T-72 tanks to the borders of Azerbaijan.
Turkey Indicts Six More Saudis in Khashoggi Murder
An Istanbul prosecutor on Monday indicted six new Saudis suspected of having had a hand in the dissident journalist Jamal Khashoggi’s 2018 brutal murder. The prosecutor asked for a life sentence for two of the suspects involved and five years for the remaining four defendants.
Azerbaijan and Armenia at War
On Sunday September 27, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov had a telephone conversation with Armenian foreign Minister Z. G. Mnatsakanyan. The situation in the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict zone was discussed, and Sergey Lavrov expressed serious concern over the ongoing large-scale fighting on the contact line, as well as information about the dead and wounded.
EU Foreign Ministers Agree Not to Recognize Lukashenko, Fail to Pass Sanctions
The European Union foreign ministers on Monday unanimously agreed not to recognize the democratic legitimacy of the Belarusian president, Alexandr Lukashenko, following the country’s recent controversial elections. The said ministers, However, failed to adopt sanctions against the regime after Cyprus vetoed.
Russia Carries Out Large Scale Operation in Syria
Russia conducted one of its most powerful attacks on the terrorists in Syria. The Russian military destroyed facilities where foreign private military contractors were training militants. At the same time, it is reported that the Iskander-M complex was used against them for the first time.
Turkish Military Exercises Off Cyprus Begins
Ankara begins military exercises off the coast of northern Cyprus, which is under its control, in a move that may add more fuel to the fire of tension in the eastern Mediterranean. The two countries have been fighting for influence on the island of Cyprus for decade and the valuable natural resources in the region.
Stoltenberg Announces Mediation Between Turkey, Greece
NATO Secretary-General Jens Stoltenberg announced on Thursday that the leaders of Turkey and Greece had agreed to continue their NATO-led talks and meetings after meeting with him. Turkey and Greece claim ownership of the oil and gas resources of the Eastern Mediterranean and have escalated into a military conflict in recent days.
Russia Expanding its Role in the Mediterranean
Russia is expected to change the policy to reflect the upcoming geopolitical conflict in the Eastern Mediterranean. It should be noted that Russia does not have a traditional or historical attachment to this conflict. However, the conversion of Hagia Sophia into a mosque by Turkey impacted the Russian Orthodox Church and caused a wave of dissatisfaction.
Turkey Continues to Search for Gas in Mediterranean
On Tuesday, a Turkish naval official announced that the mission of the research vessel “Ascension Chief,” to explore for natural gas in the eastern Mediterranean, will be extended until September 12th. Tensions with Turkey have prompted Greece to consider raising its arms costs.
EU Pressurize Turkey With New Sanctions
The European Union renewed its support for Greece and Cyprus which has heightened fears of a possible military confrontation in the eastern Mediterranean. The dispute is with Turkey over the wealth of the Eastern Mediterranean. The EU has threatened Turkey with more sanctions, but stressed in return the need to give diplomacy the opportunity.
France Demands Sanctions Against Turkey
France’s President Emmanuel Macron on Friday said that Turkey wants action against itself . It does not want to understand the way of negotiations. France is also a member of NATO. Recently, France has opposed Turkey over Turkey’s role in NATO and Libya and its ambition for a gas reserve in the Mediterranean.
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