On the global context of the conflict. By Orçun Göktürk, from Beijing / China In recent days, a long-standing border dispute between Thailand and Cambodia has flared up once again: the Preah Vihear Temple and its surrounding area. This temple is not only a historical and religious monument, but also a symbol of sovereignty, national pride, and a focal point ...

A Cultural and Economic Imperative By Mehmet Enes Beşer As global power turns east and multipolarity becomes the new signature of international relations, rising powers increasingly turn their attention to regional blocs rather than the archaic Western-centric geopolitics paradigm. In this respect, Türkiye and Indonesia present themselves as two great Muslim-majority countries, rising power, dynamic economies, and independent foreign policy ...

Ankara’s efforts to mediate between Azerbaijan and Russia should be supported. In recent weeks, the tension between Azerbaijan and Russia has taken center stage both in Türkiye and across the region. Of course, if there have been human rights violations committed by Russian police, those responsible must be held accountable. This is especially critical for Russia itself, as the individuals ...

Among possible scenarios is the “Ukrainization” of the country. By Gökalp Erbaş Russia’s Foreign Intelligence Service recently announced that it had received intelligence about NATO’s intention to make Moldova a center of war against Russia. Transnistrian officials also believe that NATO plans for a direct attack on the Transnistrian Republic are being developed. Anyone who has been following developments in ...

The imperialist plan a hundred years ago, at least, drew borders on the map. Today, Israel is seeking to divide minds and social structures By Adem Kılıç Political Scientist / Writer The series of events that began on 7 October 2023 has reactivated not only military but also political and ideological fault lines in the Middle East. In such an ...

Posted by by United World International 16 Min Read July 23, 2025 The Center for National Strategy (USMER) has organized an international conference on the Eastern Mediterranean and the Black Sea on July 18 and 19 in Istanbul, Türkiye. Today, we present the speech by Mohammad Makram Balawi, Director General of League of Parliamentarians for alQuds (LP4Q). By Dr. Mohammad ...

Balancing Economic Growth with Sustainability By Mehmet Enes Beşer Cambodia stands at a pivotal moment in its development journey, striving to transition from a low-income to an upper-middle-income country by 2030. This ambitious goal necessitates not only rapid economic growth but also a focus on inclusivity, sustainability, and resilience. The nation’s trajectory is influenced by various factors, including economic diversification, ...

This troubling revelation should also serve as a wake-up call for Ankara. By Yiğit Saner An unfortunate revelation has come to light from Kuwait that raises serious concerns about the conduct and intentions of several Western diplomats stationed in Kuwait City. According to Turkish newspaper Aydınlık, a WhatsApp group —comprising representatives from countries including the United Kingdom, France, Italy, Canada, ...

Inaugural speech of the conference. The Center for National Strategy (USMER) has organized an international conference on the Eastern Mediterranean and the Black Sea on July 18 and 19 in Istanbul, Türkiye. Today, we present the inaugural speech held by Dr. Doğu Perinçek, Chairman of the Vatan Party (Türkiye). Dear Friends, You have come to our conference from seven continents, ...

Main political event in Türkiye in the last week. The PKK terrorist organization has begun to disarm following a call from its imprisoned founding leader Abdullah Öcalan. The first disarmament ceremony took place on July 11 in the Iraqi city of Sulaymaniyah. A group of PKK members put their weapons into a metal container and set them on fire in ...