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What the National Defense Authorization Act Means for Turkey - Jackson Hannon

Mon, 20 Aug 2018 13:44:04 GMT

The newly-signed NDAA includes language targeting Turkey’s participation in the F-35 Lightning II project.

Turkey's Elections 2018 - Jackson Hannon

Wed, 20 Jun 2018 17:40:51 GMT

On June 24, 2018 Turkey will hold its first election under the new presidential system that was adopted after the April 2017 referendum. An agreement between the AK Party and MHP allowed for the elections to be moved from its original date of November 2019 to June 24, 2018.

US-Turkey Relations under The AK Party - Jackson Hannon

Mon, 27 Nov 2017 13:33:00 GMT

This almanac provides the synopsis of US-Turkey relations during the past fifteen years of AK Party rule in Turkey.

Decision to arm the YPG gambles with US-Turkish ties - Jackson Hannon

Thu, 11 May 2017 12:03:19 GMT

The recent decision by the US to arm the YPG gambles relations with Turkey for the short term goal of retaking Raqqa.

The Risks of the U.S.’ Balancing Act in Syria - Jackson Hannon

Fri, 24 Mar 2017 9:16:30 GMT

Ahead of the battle for Raqqa, the administration will need to closely inspect its plan if it hopes to defeat ISIS and bring peace to Syria.

Possible Pitfalls of Syrian Safe Zones - Jackson Hannon

Thu, 09 Feb 2017 10:43:03 GMT

The implementation of any safe zone in Syria faces a myriad of challenges given the complicated nature of the Syrian conflict.

Trump Inherits Syria Policy Amid Regional Expectations - Jackson Hannon

Tue, 24 Jan 2017 15:50:42 GMT

U.S. operations in Syria will be a key issue where Trump will have to balance competing goals of allies and partners against its own.

The U.S.-Turkey Agreement on the Future of Raqqa - Jackson Hannon

Wed, 09 Nov 2016 10:22:21 GMT

As the U.S. and its partners make long term plans in Raqqa, efforts like Dunford’s visit will be crucial to long term success in Raqqa.

The Symbolic Victory in Dabiq - Jackson Hannon

Thu, 20 Oct 2016 22:53:26 GMT

The capture of Dabiq and the surrounding area is an important step forward for Turkish and FSA goals in northern Syria.

Biden’s Visit Needs to Address Turkish Concerns Over the PYD - Jackson Hannon

Wed, 24 Aug 2016 10:19:35 GMT

During Biden's visit, the Obama administration should work to reassure Turkey that it is working to address Turkish concerns about the PYD.