Author: Betul Usta

Two days of Russia-Ukraine talks in Istanbul to end the prolonged conflict yielded results after a diplomatic blitz by Türkiye. Although the sides failed to agree upon a lasting peace, the talks paved the way for future breakthroughs. Türkiye was under the spotlight this week with its efficient diplomacy, a culmination of years of efforts to help the two sides with which it enjoys good relations mend ties. Talks were closely watched by everyone, from some 800 journalists from around the world to U.S. officials who tried to achieve a solution to the conflict. Yet, pundits were pessimistic over a…

With a focus on regional unity, Türkiye aims to resolve the threat of Daesh in cooperation with several countries as new steps are underway. In March during a news conference in Amman, Jordan following a meeting of the delegations of Türkiye, Syria, Iraq, Jordan and Lebanon, the group announced they agreed to launch a joint operation center for cooperation and coordination to fight Daesh. The efforts aim to support existing international steps focused on eradicating the terrorist organization and eliminating the threat it poses to the security of Syria, the region and the world, in addition to dealing with Daesh…