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Turkey-Armenia Border Opening? Turkey weighs reopening its border with Armenia, closed since 1993, within six months. Foreign Minister Fidan links the full opening to a signed peace treaty between Armenia and Azerbaijan, tying regional stability to connectivity. Discover the economic and diplomatic stakes.

Turkish Parliament (TBMM) investigates the detention and potential political deportation of Azerbaijani opposition figure Gultakin Hajibeyli from Istanbul. Detained under the G-82 "national security threat" code, she claims persecution amid Azerbaijan's opposition crackdown. MP Gergerlioğlu demands answers.

Turkish journalist Fatih Altaylı was sentenced to 4 years, 2 months for 'threatening the President' over historical comments. His ongoing detention (158 days) and the controversial verdict are criticized as an attack on press freedom and public speech. Explore the implications of this ruling for dissent in Turkey.

54 days of detention and forced exile: Read the harrowing account of Azerbaijani activist Khanim Babazadeh. Detained and deported from Turkey after refusing to become an MIT informant, she faced physical assault and inhumane conditions under the G89 code. She was forced to flee her home country due to safety concerns.

German family's tragic death at Istanbul's Harbour Suit Hotel (Nov 2025) due to suspected chemical poisoning (Aluminum Phosphide). Investigation points to illegal fumigation in the room below. Hotel staff and pest control face negligence charges.

Turkey will host COP31 in Antalya in 2026, while Australia will lead the negotiations. Discover the details of the compromise reached between the two nations at the COP30 summit in Belém.

Discover how Azerbaijan's full membership in the Central Asian '6' bloc is reshaping Eurasia. Learn about the strategic shift, the impact on the Middle Corridor (Trans-Caspian Route), and the push for greater regional independence and geo-economic cohesion.

Talysh activist and Russian citizen Kamal Isayev was detained in Turkey and moved to Azerbaijan by the DTX. Read the report on his disappearance, the citizenship dispute, and the crackdown on Talysh rights advocates.

Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoglu, a key rival of Erdogan, faces an indictment seeking 2,352 years in prison on corruption charges, including establishing a criminal organization and causing $3.8B in damage. İmamoglu denies all politically motivated accusations.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Turkey is holding consultations with the parties regarding a meeting between representatives of Azerbaijan and Armenia within the framework of the Antalya Diplomacy Forum. This was announced by Turkey's representative to the NATO Parliamentary Assembly, Minister of Foreign Affairs Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu. He expressed hope that concrete results would be achieved following the meetings. It should be noted that the Antalya Diplomacy Forum will take p

US Ambassador to Turkey and US Special Envoy for Syria, Tom Barrack, commented on the situation in the South Caucasus during his speech at the "Manama Dialogue 2025" conference in Bahrain. According to him, the prospects are "impressive". "Turkey, Azerbaijan, and Armenia are now aligning in a single direction and the movement North can be truly impressive. The US and Turkey are leading a new redistribution of forces from the Caspian Sea to the Mediterranean Sea," the ambassad

The main opposition party in Turkey, the Republican People's Party (CHP), is dealing with a campaign of judicial pressure meant to weaken its ability to operate and win elections. This campaign is like a strategic attack from two sides, targeting both the party leadership's legitimacy and the political future of its most important public figure. This writing will look at this two-part attack, how the party is defending itself, and what it means for Turkey's political stabilit

Azerbaijani activist Nənəxanım Babazadə arrested in Turkey under 'terrorist fighter' label. The disturbing case of silencing peaceful dissent and the danger of deportation.

Armenia is removing the image of Mount Ararat from its border stamps starting November 2025, a step towards normalizing relations with Turkey. Learn about the historical and diplomatic context of this change.

New Turkish Chief of Staff meets Azerbaijani military leaders to discuss military cooperation, regional security, and historical ties, reinforcing strong bilateral relations.

Investigation into Turkish holding company Can Holding. Assets seized, including major media outlets like Haberturk and Show TV, on charges of money laundering and tax evasion. The TMSF has been appointed as a trustee to ensure uninterrupted business operations and protect employee rights.

Turkey severs all economic and trade ties with Israel, citing the situation in Gaza. Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan announced the decision, emphasizing diplomatic efforts for a two-state solution.

Azerbaijani student Nanə Babazadə in Istanbul faces deportation after protesting high prices. Her lawyers allege police abuse, including physical assault, humiliation, and a forced strip search. Discover the human rights violations and the danger she may face if returned to Azerbaijan.

SOCAR to invest $7 billion in Turkey's petrochemical projects, doubling its presence. This strategic move aims to reduce Turkey's trade deficit and boost macroeconomic stability, with new polyolefin production facilities.