Perspectives | In Azerbaijan, Turkish leader has eyes on Iran Turkey’s president appears to be positioning himself as a protector of all Turks, including Azerbaijani Turks in Iran. Eldar Mamedov Dec 14, 2020
Perspectives | What did Turkey gain from the Armenia-Azerbaijan war? Turkey helped Azerbaijan win on the battlefield, but what Ankara stands to gain geopolitically remains to be seen. Nicholas Danforth Dec 11, 2020
In Karabakh deal, as many questions as answers The deal left unmentioned critical issues like the final status of Nagorno-Karabakh and Turkey’s role in implementing the ceasefire. Joshua Kucera Nov 11, 2020
War in the Caucasus hits close to home for Turkey’s Armenians Some are speaking out against the conflict despite fears the government’s strong support for Azerbaijan could fuel nationalist reprisals. Ayla Jean Yackley Oct 21, 2020
Ceasefire slows, doesn’t stop Armenian-Azerbaijani fighting Rhetoric from Baku, meanwhile, suggests that Azerbaijan is interested in pushing its advantage following the breather. Joshua Kucera Oct 13, 2020
Armenians accuse Turkey of involvement in conflict with Azerbaijan While there is no confirmation of the many Armenian allegations of material support from Turkey, the vigorous rhetorical support from Azerbaijan’s ally has been undeniable. Joshua Kucera Sep 28, 2020
With Turkish backing, Azerbaijan ups rhetoric against Russia It remains to be seen if this is yet another tactical balancing act on Baku’s part, or the sign of a more substantial shift. Joshua Kucera Sep 2, 2020
Perspectives | The philosophy behind Erdogan’s Hagia Sophia “reconquest” Restoring the museum as a mosque fulfills the vision of Erdogan’s favorite conservative thinker. Igor Torbakov Jul 27, 2020
Coronavirus exacerbates Armenia-Turkey rancor An initial, promising breakthrough was quickly spoiled by a dispute over an impolitic dedication on some Chinese aid to Armenia. Joshua Kucera Apr 13, 2020