Erdogan is a pragmatist, and will likely be looking to maximize both diplomatic and monetary rewards for the evidence he possesses, real or presumed.
Khashoggi Crisis Holds a Mirror to Turkey
Turkey’s anger over possible Saudi role in Khashoggi disappearance rings hollow.
U.S. Sanctions on Turkish Ministers Require Recalibration
Additional designations of Erdogan’s cronies would hurt the Turkish strongman’s warchest.
Turkish Elections: A Win That Cannot Be Stolen
Turkey’s June 24 elections and the likely runoff will be determined by the opposition’s ability to stop Erdogan’s rigging attempts.
Erdogan’s Hostage Diplomacy: Why We Need a Transatlantic Response
Only a strong and coordinated response can deter the Turkish president from continuing to use Western nationals as pawns to advance his political agenda.
Catholic Church in Turkey Attacked – Again
Turkey’s culture of impunity continues to make Christians an attractive target for hate crimes.
Turkey’s Latest Scapegoats: Christians
Is the ruling Islamist-rooted AKP party in Turkey intimidating Turkish Christians?
After the Coup: Backlash Against Turkey’s Minorities
The failed coup has sparked a wave of hatred and violence against religious minorities for their supposed “complicity” in the incident.
The Creeping Pakistanization of Turkey?
The dangerous effects of Erdogan’s ill-fated strategy toward ISIS.
EU Refugee Crisis: Turkey as an Effective Partner?
Appeasing Erdogan’s Turkey without regard for European values won’t create an effective border.