Opinions - Middle East and North Africa

Gazze'deki Savaş Bölgeye Yayılır Mı? Enes Esen

by Enes Esen, published on 2 November 2023

Bölgesel bir savaş senaryosunda İran’ın tavrı ve politikaları önem taşıyor. İran, kendisine müzahir hükümetler ve silahlı örgütler aracılığıyla Ortadoğu politikalarına nüfuz ediyor.

Erdogan’s Palestine Rally in Istanbul: All Quiet in Ankara

by Haşim Tekineş, published on 29 October 2023

This week, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan delivered two passionate speeches, strongly criticizing the Israeli government. This is not his first critique of Israel since the recent outbreak of the Israel-Palestine crisis, which began on October 7.

Demirden Kılıçlar Operasyonu

by Enes Esen, published on 21 October 2023

İsrail önümüzdeki günlerde Gazze’ye düzenleyeceği yeni kara harekatına son şeklini veriyor. İsrailli yetkililerin açıklamalarına göre bu operasyonun amacı bir daha dirilemeyecek şekilde Hamas’ın yok edilmesi.

Turkey and Israel: Diplomacy Under the Shadow of Gaza

by Haşim Tekineş, published on 20 October 2023

In this current crisis, Turkey has pursued a diplomatic approach aimed at de-escalation, facilitating humanitarian aid access for Palestinian civilians. Nevertheless, the mounting tension, especially if Israel were to launch a ground operation in Gaza, could once again imperil the ongoing normalization efforts between the two countries.

The Downing of a Drone in Syria: Unlikely to Worsen Turkish-US Relations

by Enes Esen, published on 14 October 2023

The typical pattern for the Turkish government, whenever there is a high-profile terrorist attack on its soil, is as follows: issuing a firm condemnation of terrorism, conducting numerous arrests of individuals allegedly linked to the organization blamed for the attack, and launching airstrikes against facilities of terrorist organizations in Syria or Iraq.

How Turkey Reacted to Hamas Attacks

by Haşim Tekineş, published on 9 October 2023

Hamas’s attack on Israel on October 7 has mostly received a welcoming reaction in Turkey. While President Erdogan has called on both the Israeli and Palestinian sides to exercise restraint, other Turkish political leaders have mostly supported the Palestinians. They deliberately avoided criticizing Hamas militants for violence against Israeli civilians.

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Videos - Middle East and North Africa

Israel vs. Iran: What It Means for Turkey

June 26, 2025

Haşim Tekineş

by Haşim Tekineş, published on 26 June 2025

In this in-depth analysis, we explore how Turkey is responding to the Israel–Iran war and what it means for Ankara’s security, its role in the Middle East, and its delicate balance between its alliances and rivalries. From Turkey’s historical neutrality in regional conflicts to its growing tensions with both Israel and Iran, this video takes a closer look at the biggest geopolitical shift in the Middle East — and how it could redefine Turkey’s future.

İran ve İsrail Arasında Rusya

June 25, 2025

Haşim Tekineş

Kerim Has

by Haşim Tekineş and Kerim Has, published on 25 June 2025

Bu hafta instituDE'nin konuğu Dr. Kerim Has, İran-İsrail krizinde Rusya'nın pozisyonunu analiz ediyor.

Trump ve İran-İsrail Gerilimi

June 19, 2025

Haşim Tekineş

by Haşim Tekineş, published on 19 June 2025

Trump İran ve İsrail arasındaki gerilime katılıp katılmama konusunda yol ayrımında.

Suriye'de Zamana Karşı Yarış!

May 3, 2025

Haşim Tekineş

by Haşim Tekineş, published on 3 May 2025

instituDE Dış Politika Analisti Haşim Tekineş Suriye'de son haftalarda yaşanan gelişmeleri, ana aktörlerin oyun planlarını ve ülkedeki dengeleri ele aldı

Is a Turkey-Israel Clash Coming?

April 9, 2025

Haşim Tekineş

by Haşim Tekineş, published on 9 April 2025

In this video, we break down the rising tensions between Turkey and Israel following the fall of the Assad regime in Syria. As Ankara emerges as the dominant power in post-war Syria, Israel grows increasingly concerned about Turkish influence spreading across the region.

What is the PKK? Inside Turkey’s Recent Peace Talks

March 12, 2025

Haşim Tekineş

by Haşim Tekineş, published on 12 March 2025

Turkey has initiated a new round of talks with the Kurdistan Workers' Party, a.k.a. PKK. PKK's founding leader called the group to lay down their weapons and dissolve the organization. The PKK has declared a ceasefire. Turkey seems to be closer to peace more than ever. Yet, ironically, the country is getting more and more authoritarian every passing day. The question is whether the authoritarian peace is possible?