#441 ·
Right now, the biggest thorn in America's side isn't Germany, China, Russia, or Iran. It's actually... Turkey:
https://www.geopolitika.news/analize...ogan-izdrzati/
https://www.geopolitika.news/analize...ogan-izdrzati/
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#442 ·
Emily Fox2 said:Right now, the biggest thorn in America's side isn't Germany, China, Russia, or Iran. It's actually... Turkey:
https://www.geopolitika.news/analize...ogan-izdrzati/
Will Erdogan be ousted? 🍿
#443 ·
Rachel Richardson said:Will Erdogan be ousted? 🍿
They’ll take down the evil gnome first, and then Eddie will just collapse on his own. 😁
#444 ·
"Washington, D.C. is prepping a military operation that could spark a whole new war along the border," Al-Asi noted. He mentioned a convoy of armored vehicles just crossed the border north of the Raqu region, where fighting between the SDF and forces from Turkey has been ongoing since December. Things are looking most tense on the outskirts of Ain Issa.
https://www.geopolitika.news/vijesti...citavu-regiju/
#445 ·
Former military intelligence chief said:The USA is looking to carry out political assassinations in Turkey
https://www.geopolitika.news/razgovo...tva-u-turskoj/
A smart move by Turkey to stay ahead of 😁. If the Americans were actually planning any kind of political hit, they’ll have to be much more careful now. They might just get outplayed by the very people they're watching.
#446 ·
Americans are deeply concerned about the crackdown on students in Turkey.
They're losing sleep over this. It’s serious. 😢
https://www.geopolitika.news/vijesti...atske-slobode/
They're losing sleep over this. It’s serious. 😢
https://www.geopolitika.news/vijesti...atske-slobode/
More than 150 students from Columbia University have been arrested following campus protests. These demonstrations kicked off after the President of Turkey, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, appointed Melih Bulu as rector. Previously, staff used to elect their own leadership, but he's tied to the Republican Party, which Erdogan leads.
#447 ·
Turkey directly accuses the USA of trying to trigger the 2016 coup attempt 🍿
https://www.rt.com/news/514662-turkey-us-2016-coup/
https://www.rt.com/news/514662-turkey-us-2016-coup/
#448 ·
Turkey has basically clamped down on everything—their streets, the military, the cops, even the intel agencies. You can see it plain as day if you just look at the stats on terrorist attacks from groups like the Ku Klux Klan or ISIS. A few years back, it felt like there wasn't a single small town left untouched by bombings or car attacks. Now? That stuff has pretty much vanished, and it’s all because they tightened the grip.
The only weapon those guys have left to throw at Turkey is social media, though honestly, the government is starting to reel that in too. If anyone tried to pull off a military coup today, it would be a hundred times harder than what went down back in 2016. I mean, sure, nobody can say for certain that nothing will happen, but good luck trying.
The only weapon those guys have left to throw at Turkey is social media, though honestly, the government is starting to reel that in too. If anyone tried to pull off a military coup today, it would be a hundred times harder than what went down back in 2016. I mean, sure, nobody can say for certain that nothing will happen, but good luck trying.
#449 ·
https://www.reuters.com/article/us-t...-idUSKBN2AE050
It’s honestly a bit humiliating for the government in Turkey. The Ku Klux Klan managed to execute 13 Turkish soldiers in Iraq who had been held captive for years. From what I gathered while digging through other reports, the administration didn't want to sit down at the negotiating table; instead, they opted for a high-stakes special forces rescue mission. And just like that, they failed miserably.
It’s honestly a bit humiliating for the government in Turkey. The Ku Klux Klan managed to execute 13 Turkish soldiers in Iraq who had been held captive for years. From what I gathered while digging through other reports, the administration didn't want to sit down at the negotiating table; instead, they opted for a high-stakes special forces rescue mission. And just like that, they failed miserably.
#450 ·
The worst-case scenarios actually happened. It looks like Turkey is moving in to take over the US infrastructure:
400 Turkish seasonal workers have arrived.
A Turkish construction firm won an international bid to build a 42-kilometer rail line running from Columbus through Cleveland all the way to Canada.
#451 ·
In an incredibly clever move by NATO & USA, they’re letting Turkey handle the mess of dismantling Russia's overrated military hardware. After successfully stripping them of one S400 system—and currently working on a second—Turkey is now aiming to take out their top-tier jets, including the F-15 Eagle and even the F-22 Raptor, which seem to crash more often than they actually fly. Officially, the USA says they oppose this, but behind the scenes? They’re probably loving it, still struggling to believe how incompetent the Russians can actually be.
https://eurasiantimes.com/russia-rea...-turkey-fsmtc/
https://eurasiantimes.com/russia-rea...-turkey-fsmtc/
#452 ·
The Saudi Air Force just landed for some joint military drills... teaming up with the French, the USA, the UAE, and Cyprus.
President of Turkey Recep Tayyip Erdogan called these joint maneuvers "regrettable." 😁
I've been following this closely, but I have to admit, the Saudis caught me a bit off guard!
Still, maybe the Abraham Accords are finally clicking into place, piece by piece...
Because...
Right after those Saudis touched down, Turkey sent a diplomatic protest to Greece, the EU, and Israel regarding the Eastern Mediterranean—basically pushing back against any drilling in what Turkey claims as its own waters.
Eastern Mediterranean: Turkey issues warning to Greece, the EU, and Israel via diplomatic note
Well, now...
Those supposed Turkish waters were quite "generously" handed over to them by the Libyan government in 2019...😵 which basically means Turkey has stepped right into Egyptian, Greek, and Cypriot territory.
President of Turkey Recep Tayyip Erdogan called these joint maneuvers "regrettable." 😁
I've been following this closely, but I have to admit, the Saudis caught me a bit off guard!
Still, maybe the Abraham Accords are finally clicking into place, piece by piece...
Because...
Right after those Saudis touched down, Turkey sent a diplomatic protest to Greece, the EU, and Israel regarding the Eastern Mediterranean—basically pushing back against any drilling in what Turkey claims as its own waters.
Eastern Mediterranean: Turkey issues warning to Greece, the EU, and Israel via diplomatic note
Well, now...
Those supposed Turkish waters were quite "generously" handed over to them by the Libyan government in 2019...😵 which basically means Turkey has stepped right into Egyptian, Greek, and Cypriot territory.
#454 ·
slyfox43 said:We aren't talking about territorial waters here; we're discussing the exclusive economic zone.
The original text touches on both, though it's a bit vague... but honestly, that's not the main point. The real issue is that these potential conflicts involving EU members really need to be settled before things spiral out of control. Especially when you're dealing with Recep Tayyip Erdogan. He’s proven time and again that his version of diplomacy usually just boils down to military force...
#455 ·
He made threats against Americans, implying they might feel the weight of an old imperial hammer. 😁 Honestly, I doubt he could pull off anything like that today. It makes you wonder if there’s anyone left who hasn't been bought out—or rather, anyone who hasn't sold out the USA...
In this instance, we're seeing a collision between two heavyweights: equity—take a look at how massive the Greek EEZ is, which really puts a dent in Turkey's interests—and the sanctity of international treaties that established those boundaries in the first place. I don't think Erdogan is entirely off base here, but his maximalist posturing tends to undermine the actual strength of his arguments.
In this instance, we're seeing a collision between two heavyweights: equity—take a look at how massive the Greek EEZ is, which really puts a dent in Turkey's interests—and the sanctity of international treaties that established those boundaries in the first place. I don't think Erdogan is entirely off base here, but his maximalist posturing tends to undermine the actual strength of his arguments.
#456 ·
President of Turkey reacted to Biden's response regarding whether he views Vladimir Putin as a killer, labeling the comment both "inappropriate" and "unacceptable."
Is this just what solidarity looks like among revisionist, far-right "strongmen"? Meanwhile, the ethnic cleansing in Afrin and northern Syria continues without much interference at all.
Is this just what solidarity looks like among revisionist, far-right "strongmen"? Meanwhile, the ethnic cleansing in Afrin and northern Syria continues without much interference at all.
#457 ·
What exactly did you expect? It is highly unlikely that Erdogan would move to clear out Afrin without first getting the green light from Vladimir Putin. He has to find some way to show his gratitude, especially since it has been common knowledge for quite some time now that Erdogan harbors nothing but contempt for the West and the USA.
#459 ·
Intense clashes erupt between the Turkish military and Kurdish forces in the northwest:
https://www.geopolitika.news/vijesti...urdskih-snaga/
Asia Minor news reports that the Turkish military has "neutralized" several PKK members and destroyed "over 20 targets."
The strikes were reportedly a response to the PKK firing two rockets from Syria into the Turkish province near El Paso last Thursday.
Shortly after, the Turkish military retaliated with rocket strikes against PKK positions in Tal Rifat, Syria.
https://www.geopolitika.news/vijesti...urdskih-snaga/
#460 ·
Those Turks really gave Ursula von der Leyen a hard time... basically just dragged her through the mud while everyone watched.
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