Putin and Russia's Dreams
The domestic identity of the Russian people plays an important role in determining the role of Russia in the international system. Their dream for their future will play an important role in determining the future of Russian foreign policy.
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Toward a Political Solution In Syria
It may be too late for this to succeed, but there does not seem to be a better option unless, of course, the international community is prepared to let the Syrian opposition fail.
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The Ak Party which integrated a discourse of civilization with Erdoğan's leadership, has the courage to confront all fears of the history of Turkish modernization.
Turkey viewed the Arab awakenings as a positive development for both the region and for itself.
U.S. President Barack Obama headed to Asia for multi-country tour that will include Japan, South Korea, the Philippines and Malaysia.
Is Assad really winning the war? And what does the victory look like for a regime that destroys its own country and has killed almost 200,000 people?
Why Should We Take Seymour Hersh Seriously?
Seymour Hersh's recent piece on the chemical attacks in Ghouta, Syria last August, has again sparked debates regarding his story and the problems with it.
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'Great Power Brings Great Responsibility': Rwanda Remembered
In addition to sounding very familiar within the emerging norm of R2P (Responsibility to Protect), this feeling of responsibility also constitutes a significant but ignored pillar of great power legitimacy in international relations.
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The elections will not end polarization in Turkish politics. In fact, this election should be seen as the first phase of the presidential elections of Aug. 10, 2014.
Western governments' indifference toward Russian advances in Syria and elsewhere helped boost Russia's self-confidence over the last three years
The international community will have to address Iran's role in the Syrian conflict one way or another and a truly lasting resolution will depend on Tehran's behavior as much as that of the Assad regime
Turkey's strategic journey towards a more developed, democratic and prosperous future will continue regardless of conjunctive challenges.
It is the requirement of rational politics for Turkey to have economic and political cooperation with all countries, notably with her neighbors.
For how long will the perpetrators behind the killings in Syria be left to the conscience of real politics instead of international law as it was the case in the Bosnian War?
What should be expected from international law in the face of the crimes committed against humanity in Syria?
Corruption cases have a devastating impact on political parties. Turkey was recently hit by a corruption probe that shook the country's government. On December 17, 2013, Turkish police detained over 50 people as part of an investigation into alleged corruption.
Turkey, a country so critical in shaping the international system, should play a more effective role in international organizations.
Since January 2011, Arab regimes have also employed the terrorism card to maintain their grip on government.
