Author: Cenay Babaoglu
Türkiye, due to its tectonic location, is a country frequently exposed to natural disasters, particularly earthquakes, but also floods, landslides and avalanches. On April 23, 2025, a 6.2 magnitude earthquake once again shook the country’s collective memory, reminding us of the persistent seismic threat, only a short time after what has been called the “Disaster of the Century.” The earthquake struck near Silivri, approximately 25 miles southwest of the Marmara Sea. According to the Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD), nearly 50 aftershocks were recorded within the same day, with the largest reaching 5.9 in magnitude. Fortunately, there was no…
In the context of evolving global dynamics, the digital realm has become an increasingly critical arena of power competition, prompting states to adopt a range of strategies to address its growing implications. As we look ahead to 2025, it is heartening to see the notable institutional and legislative steps taken by Türkiye in the digital sphere, which signify a significant turning point for its cybersecurity architecture. On Jan.8, 2025, the Cybersecurity Directorate was established under the authority of the Presidency of the Republic of Türkiye. This was followed by the enactment of the Cybersecurity Law on March 19, 2025. In…
In the context of evolving global dynamics, the digital realm has become an increasingly critical arena of power competition, prompting states to adopt a range of strategies to address its growing implications. As we look ahead to 2025, it is heartening to see the notable institutional and legislative steps taken by Türkiye in the digital sphere, which signify a significant turning point for its cybersecurity architecture. On Jan.8, 2025, the Cybersecurity Directorate was established under the authority of the Presidency of the Republic of Türkiye. This was followed by the enactment of the Cybersecurity Law on March 19, 2025. In…