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How Turkey is deepening energy and economic ties with Iraq as Iran weakens

How Turkey is deepening energy and economic ties with Iraq as Iran weakens

How Turkey is deepening energy and economic ties with Iraq as Iran weakens Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting....

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How Turkey is deepening energy and economic ties with Iraq as Iran weakens

How Turkey is deepening energy and economic ties with Iraq as Iran weakens

How Turkey is deepening energy and economic ties with Iraq as Iran weakens Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting....

09.08.2026 10

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Amid realignment with Egypt, Turkey steps up support for Sudan’s Burhan

Amid realignment with Egypt, Turkey steps up support for Sudan’s Burhan

Amid realignment with Egypt, Turkey steps up support for Sudan’s Burhan Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting....

05.08.2026 7

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Iran war puts Turkey’s inflation fight, lira under fresh pressure

Iran war puts Turkey’s inflation fight, lira under fresh pressure

Iran war puts Turkey’s inflation fight, lira under fresh pressure Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting. ANKARA —...

04.08.2026 10

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Amid realignment with Egypt, Turkey steps up support for Sudan’s Burhan

Amid realignment with Egypt, Turkey steps up support for Sudan’s Burhan

Amid realignment with Egypt, Turkey steps up support for Sudan’s Burhan Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting....

03.08.2026 10

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Amid realignment with Egypt, Turkey steps up support for Sudan’s Burhan

Amid realignment with Egypt, Turkey steps up support for Sudan’s Burhan

Amid realignment with Egypt, Turkey steps up support for Sudan’s Burhan Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting....

02.08.2026 10

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Iran war puts Turkey’s inflation fight, lira under fresh pressure

Iran war puts Turkey’s inflation fight, lira under fresh pressure Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting. ANKARA —...

27.07.2026 20

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Iran war puts Turkey’s inflation fight, lira under fresh pressure

Iran war puts Turkey’s inflation fight, lira under fresh pressure Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting. ANKARA —...

26.07.2026 20

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As Turkey eyes US naval revival, here is why big warship deals are unlikely

As Turkey eyes US naval revival, here is why big warship deals are unlikely Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting.

20.07.2026 20

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As Turkey eyes US naval revival, here is why big warship deals are unlikely

As Turkey eyes US naval revival, here is why big warship deals are unlikely Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting.

19.07.2026 20

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From S-400s to SAMP/T: Turkey’s defense pivot gathers pace after NATO summit

From S-400s to SAMP/T: Turkey’s defense pivot gathers pace after NATO summit Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting.

17.07.2026 10

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In Libya, maritime dispute could complicate Turkey’s backing of US unity push

In Libya, maritime dispute could complicate Turkey’s backing of US unity push Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting.

14.07.2026 20

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From S-400s to SAMP/T: Turkey’s defense pivot gathers pace after NATO summit

From S-400s to SAMP/T: Turkey’s defense pivot gathers pace after NATO summit Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting.

12.07.2026 20

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Why Turkey and Egypt are deepening military ties amid regional turmoil

Why Turkey and Egypt are deepening military ties amid regional turmoil Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting.

08.07.2026 20

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In Libya, maritime dispute could complicate Turkey’s backing of US unity push

In Libya, maritime dispute could complicate Turkey’s backing of US unity push Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting.

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In Libya, maritime dispute could complicate Turkey’s backing of US unity push

05.07.2026 30

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Why Turkey and Egypt are deepening military ties amid regional turmoil

Why Turkey and Egypt are deepening military ties amid regional turmoil Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting.

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Why Turkey and Egypt are deepening military ties amid regional turmoil

28.06.2026 30

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Turkey eyes gains from US-Iran deal as Ankara balances Tehran, Washington

Turkey eyes gains from US-Iran deal as Ankara balances Tehran, Washington Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting.

23.06.2026 30

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Erdogan-Netanyahu war of words signals deeper rivalry for regional influence

Erdogan-Netanyahu war of words signals deeper rivalry for regional influence Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting.

22.06.2026 30

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Turkey eyes gains from US-Iran deal as Ankara balances Tehran, Washington

Turkey eyes gains from US-Iran deal as Ankara balances Tehran, Washington Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting.

22.06.2026 30

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Turkey eyes gains from US-Iran deal as Ankara balances Tehran, Washington

Turkey eyes gains from US-Iran deal as Ankara balances Tehran, Washington Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting.

20.06.2026 30

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Erdogan-Netanyahu war of words signals deeper rivalry for regional influence

Erdogan-Netanyahu war of words signals deeper rivalry for regional influence Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting.

16.06.2026 30

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Erdogan-Netanyahu war of words signals deeper rivalry for regional influence

Erdogan-Netanyahu war of words signals deeper rivalry for regional influence Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting.

14.06.2026 30

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Turkey pushes Iraq, Syria trade routes as Hormuz crisis disrupts Gulf shipping

Turkey pushes Iraq, Syria trade routes as Hormuz crisis disrupts Gulf shipping Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting.

07.06.2026 30

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A draft maritime law and strategic rivalry: Why Greece is watching Turkey closely

A draft maritime law and strategic rivalry: Why Greece is watching Turkey closely Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all...

31.05.2026 30

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Cheap drones, costly threats: Why Gulf states are looking to Turkey for defense deals

Cheap drones, costly threats: Why Gulf states are looking to Turkey for defense deals Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all...

24.05.2026 30

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From drones to deterrence: Turkey's ICBM missile signals bigger ambitions

From drones to deterrence: Turkey's ICBM missile signals bigger ambitions Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting.

20.05.2026 30

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Why Turkey sees opportunity in Hormuz crisis to boost Middle Corridor

Why Turkey sees opportunity in Hormuz crisis to boost Middle Corridor Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting.

17.05.2026 40

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From drones to deterrence: Turkey's ICBM missile signals bigger ambitions

From drones to deterrence: Turkey's ICBM missile signals bigger ambitions Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting.

14.05.2026 30

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Iraq’s Zaidi offers economic promise for Turkey but unknowns loom

Iraq’s Zaidi offers economic promise for Turkey but unknowns loom Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting.

13.05.2026 40

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From drones to deterrence: Turkey's ICBM missile signals bigger ambitions

From drones to deterrence: Turkey's ICBM missile signals bigger ambitions Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting.

10.05.2026 30

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Iraq’s Zaidi offers economic promise for Turkey but unknowns loom

Iraq’s Zaidi offers economic promise for Turkey but unknowns loom Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting.

09.05.2026 50

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Iraq’s Zaidi offers economic promise for Turkey but unknowns loom

Iraq’s Zaidi offers economic promise for Turkey but unknowns loom Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting.

03.05.2026 40

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Why Saudi Arabia, Egypt are wary of Turkey’s proposed 4-way defense pact with Pakistan

Why Saudi Arabia, Egypt are wary of Turkey’s proposed 4-way defense pact with Pakistan Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all...

28.04.2026 60

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Why Saudi Arabia, Egypt are wary of Turkey’s proposed 4-way defense pact with Pakistan

Why Saudi Arabia, Egypt are wary of Turkey’s proposed 4-way defense pact with Pakistan Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all...

27.04.2026 40

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Why Saudi Arabia, Egypt are wary of Turkey’s proposed 4-way defense pact with Pakistan

Why Saudi Arabia, Egypt are wary of Turkey’s proposed 4-way defense pact with Pakistan Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all...

26.04.2026 50

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Inside Turkey’s role in the US-Iran ceasefire

Inside Turkey’s role in the US-Iran ceasefire Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting.

26.04.2026 40

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Turkey’s expanding military role in Somalia draws scrutiny amid federal rift

Turkey’s expanding military role in Somalia draws scrutiny amid federal rift Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting.

24.04.2026 40

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Italy’s TB3 drone deal signals turn toward Turkey amid US-NATO tensions

Italy’s TB3 drone deal signals turn toward Turkey amid US-NATO tensions Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting.

24.04.2026 40

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Inside Turkey’s role in the US-Iran ceasefire

Inside Turkey’s role in the US-Iran ceasefire Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting.

23.04.2026 50

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Turkey’s expanding military role in Somalia draws scrutiny amid federal rift

Turkey’s expanding military role in Somalia draws scrutiny amid federal rift Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting.

22.04.2026 40

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Italy’s TB3 drone deal signals turn toward Turkey amid US-NATO tensions

Italy’s TB3 drone deal signals turn toward Turkey amid US-NATO tensions Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting.

22.04.2026 40

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Italy’s TB3 drone deal signals turn toward Turkey amid US-NATO tensions

Italy’s TB3 drone deal signals turn toward Turkey amid US-NATO tensions Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting.

19.04.2026 50

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Inside Turkey’s role in the US-Iran ceasefire

Inside Turkey’s role in the US-Iran ceasefire Subscribe for as low as $2/week to access this story and all reporting.

12.04.2026 50

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Turkey’s expanding military role in Somalia draws scrutiny amid federal rift

Turkey’s expanding military role in Somalia draws scrutiny amid federal rift Subscribe for less than $9/month to access this story and all...

04.04.2026 50

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Energy storage keeps Turkey stable, but long war risks fragile economy

Energy storage keeps Turkey stable, but long war risks fragile economy Subscribe for less than $9/month to access this story and all Al-Monitor...

29.03.2026 50

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Iran war drives Turkey-Gulf defense alignment, but not alliance

Iran war drives Turkey-Gulf defense alignment, but not alliance Subscribe for less than $9/month to access this story and all Al-Monitor reporting.

22.03.2026 60

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No strangers to turmoil, Turkey-Iran to maintain ties under Mojtaba Khamenei

No strangers to turmoil, Turkey-Iran to maintain ties under Mojtaba Khamenei Subscribe for less than $9/month to access this story and all Al-Monitor...

15.03.2026 50

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Turkey cautious but unfazed by US plan to mobilize Iranian Kurds against regime

Turkey cautious but unfazed by US plan to mobilize Iranian Kurds against regime Subscribe for less than $9/month to access this story and all...

08.03.2026 50

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