The Warring States of Turkey
asks whether the military or the Gülen movement poses a graver threat to Turkish democracy.
The failed attempt by military factions to overthrow the elected government could be viewed as a victory for democracy. But it also reflects the increasing political polarization, repression of dissent, and fear for the country’s security that have emerged under President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.
asks whether the military or the Gülen movement poses a graver threat to Turkish democracy.
asks why the liberal intelligentsia and many foreign observers supported political show trials.
warns that recent local elections will reinforce Recep Tayyip Erdoğan's authoritarian turn.
worries that Turkey's prime minister will double down on domestic polarization to maintain power.
calls upon the EU and Turkey to build a genuine partnership, rather than a transactional arrangement.
says that the country's next government could play a decisive role in stabilizing the region.
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