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Washington 2028: Could Marco Rubio Lead A More Predictable Republican Era? – OpEd

Key Takeaways: Although the 2028 U.S. presidential election remains more than two years away, political attention in Washington is already

21.07.2026 6

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The Forgotten Ottoman Children In Germany – OpEd

Key Takeaways: A Little-Known Human Tragedy of the First World War History usually remembers wars through battles, generals and peace

20.07.2026 8

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A New Chapter In Büyükada’s (Prinkipo) Cosmopolitan Identity: Eastern Slavic And Iranian Influences An Island Culture – OpEd

Key Takeaways: Marmara’s sapphire, Büyükada—historically known as Prinkipo—has stood throughout time as one of Istanbul’s most...

18.07.2026 6

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Maral Ayvaz Gives Voice To Anatolia’s Shared Cultural Memory At Taş Mektep (Stone School) – OpEd

On the evening of 11 July 2026, vocalist Maral Ayvaz gave an unforgettable performance at Taş Mektep (Stone School) on Büyükada (Prinkipo), the...

12.07.2026 9

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Beyond The Communiqué: What The Ankara NATO Summit Told The World – OpEd

Key Takeaways International summits are remembered not only for the declarations they produce but also for the images they leave

11.07.2026 7

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Sometimes A Diplomatic Gift Speaks Louder Than Words – OpEd

Key Takeaways International summits are remembered not only for the communiqués they produce or the agreements they deliver. Sometimes it

09.07.2026 8

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NATO Ankara Summit 2026: Day Two Assessment – OpEd

Key Takeaways Dialogue, Deterrence and the Value of Allied Unity The second day of the NATO Summit in Ankara highlighted

08.07.2026 4

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NATO Ankara Summit 2026: Day One Assessment – OpEd

Key Takeaways The NATO Heads of State and Government Summit, held on 7–8 July 2026 at the Presidential Complex in

07.07.2026 10

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Trump Expected To Arrive In Ankara With Large Delegation For 2026 NATO Summit – OpEd

As preparations intensify for the NATO Leaders’ Summit scheduled for 7–8 July 2026 in Ankara, U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to travel to...

03.07.2026 7

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Turkey 3–2 United States: An Encouraging Victory, But Broader Questions Remain – OpEd

Key Takeaways Turkey concluded its 2026 FIFA World Cup Group D campaign with a dramatic 3–2 victory over the United

26.06.2026 10

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The Spirit Of ‘La Bohème’ In Paris Comes Alive In Ankara: Notes From The Premiere Night – OpEd

Giacomo Puccini’s timeless masterpiece La Bohème was brought to life on the stage of the Ankara State Opera and Ballet

19.04.2026 20

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A Powerful Evening At CSO Ada Ankara: From Beethoven To Shostakovich – OpEd

On the evening of April 10, 2026, Presidential Symphony Orchestra (CSO) brought together music lovers in Ankara for a thoughtfully curated concert

11.04.2026 20

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A Memorable Evening At 40th International Ankara Music Festival – OpEd

Tbilisi Symphony Orchestra & Georgian State Choir perform “Requiem” As part of the International Ankara Music Festival, the concert held on

07.04.2026 20

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Village Wine Or Branded Wine? Brief Assessment Of Wine Preferences Among Travelers In Turkey – OpEd

In recent years, the growth of gastronomy tourism in Türkiye has increased interest in local markets. Travelers visiting regions such

02.04.2026 20

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Criticism Or Pessimism? A Reflection On Opera And Critical Discourse – OpEd

A review of recent columns in reputable newspapers reveals a sustained focus on opera and the performing arts. However, the

27.03.2026 20

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Turkey’s Energy Security Requires A Balanced And Strategic Approach – OpEd

Energy has become one of the defining strategic issues of the twenty-first century. No longer merely a tradable commodity, energy

15.03.2026 20

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The Strait Of Hormuz Crisis: A Risk Today, A Strategic Opportunity For Turkey Tomorrow – OpEd

Few geographic points in the world are as strategically important to the global economy as the Strait of Hormuz. In

11.03.2026 20

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Passion And Freedom On Stage: Carmen Returns To Ankara – OpEd

On the evening of March 9, 2026, opera lovers in Ankara experienced a memorable performance as Carmen returned to the

10.03.2026 20

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Presidential Symphony Orchestra Concert: An Elegant Evening From Strauss To Schubert In Ankara – OpEd

On a bitterly cold winter evening, music lovers gathered at the CSO Ada Ankara Ziraat Bankası Main Hall for a

28.02.2026 30

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Energy, Language, And Geopolitics: Spain And Turkey’s ‘Natural Market’ Strategy 2026 – OpEd

Energy policy is no longer only about installed capacity, fuel mix, or carbon intensity. In the 21st century, energy intersects

27.02.2026 30

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Tosca Receives A Standing Ovation In Berlin – OpEd

On a cold, rain-swept evening, 13 February 2026, Staatsoper Unter den Linden presented one of Giacomo Puccini’s most gripping masterpieces. Already...

14.02.2026 50

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Turandot At Deutsche Oper Berlin: A Night Where Music Triumphed Over Adversity – OpEd

On a chilly, drizzly Wednesday evening in Berlin, an intrepid audience gathered along Bismarckstraße for Puccini’s Turandot at the...

13.02.2026 30

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Revisiting An Unfinished Energy Project From The 1980s – OpEd

In the late 1980s, an ambitious energy project brought together industrial vision, international cooperation, and emerging technology. At a time

04.02.2026 30

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A Warm Evening Of Music In Ankara’s Winter Cold – OpEd

On Friday evening, 30 January 2026, despite Ankara’s familiar winter cold, rain, and sharp wind, a full audience gathered at

31.01.2026 50

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Harsh Rhetoric And Fragile Balances: A Measured Reflection On Allegations Against Turkey – OpEd

An article published by the Greece-based newspaper Ekathimerini, which employs exceptionally strong language when addressing Türkiye’s...

22.01.2026 40

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An Unforgettable Evening At CSO Ada Ankara: Liszt And Beethoven Interpreted By Masato Suzuki And Can Çakmur – OpEd

In the opening days of 2026, the Presidential Symphony Orchestra of Turkey (CSO) captivated Ankara’s classical music audience with a

11.01.2026 60

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Greece’s Electricity Market Outlook For 2026 – OpEd

Greece’s power system is undergoing a profound transition, characterized by accelerating renewable energy penetration, the strategic management of...

08.12.2025 30

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National Archaeological Museum Of Athens: Treasures And Visitor Experience – OpEd

Located in the heart of Athens, the National Archaeological Museum offers visitors a remarkable journey through the treasures of ancient

08.12.2025 30

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The Political Transformation Of Immigrants: From Democratic Beginnings To Republican Maturity – OpEd

When newly arrived immigrants settle in the United States, most initially align themselves with the Democratic Party. This inclination stems

13.11.2025 30

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Büyükada’s Silent Legacy: Hesed Le Avraam Synagogue – OpEd

Büyükada (Prinkipo island near Istanbul), the largest and most vibrant of Istanbul’s Princes’ Islands, boasts a cosmopolitan history...

10.11.2025 30

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Christmas Traditions Of the Princes’ Islands And The San Pacifico Church: A Legacy Of Faith, Music, And Coexistence – OpEd

For centuries, Istanbul’s Princes’ Islands have stood as rare examples of communities where different faiths, languages, and cultures have lived

07.11.2025 30

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The Cultural Treasures Of Büyükada – OpEd

Cultural Centers, the Islands Museum, the Stone School, Classical Music in Historic Churches, Jazz at Aya Yorgi and Seaside Hotels,

06.11.2025 30

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The Prince Islands Are Not For Everyone: Ownerless Islands Decay And Disappear – OpEd

Just off the coast of Istanbul lies a rare natural and cultural treasure — the Princes’ Islands: Büyükada, Heybeliada, Burgazada,

01.11.2025 20

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Impressions From Sporfest Fethiye Ölüdeniz 2025 – OpEd

We arrived a few days early for the Sporfest Fethiye Ölüdeniz Open Water Swimming Races, held on October 11–12, 2025.

10.10.2025 30

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From Butterfly Valley To Ölüdeniz: Sporfest 2025 Open Water Swimming Race – OpEd

Fethiye’s Ölüdeniz, one of Turkey’s most stunning natural landmarks, will once again host a major event that unites sport and

09.10.2025 30

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Electric Vehicle Debate In Princes’ Islands: Energy Balance And Infrastructure Reality – OpEd

Istanbul’s Princes’ Islands, long known for their unique culture of life without motor vehicles, have offered a quieter, slower rhythm

03.10.2025 30

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A Social Experiment Proposal: What If Our Leaders Were Backpackers? – OpEd

Imagine this: every person in Turkey’s decision-making mechanisms—those who draft laws, allocate budgets, and shape the country’s...

30.09.2025 30

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Atatürk’s Memories Of Büyükada – OpEd

After the proclamation of the Republic, Mustafa Kemal Atatürk visited Istanbul in 1927 following a long stay in Ankara, and

27.09.2025 30

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Toward A New Era In US–Turkey Relations: An Assessment Of Erdoğan–Trump Meeting – OpEd

On September 25, 2025, Turkey’s President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan met with U.S. President Donald Trump in Washington. The meeting between

26.09.2025 30

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Historic LNG Agreement And New Era In Turkish Energy Geopolitics: Future Of Existing Contracts With Russia – OpEd

Turkey has signed two landmark 20-year LNG supply agreements with Mercuria and Woodside Energy, covering the period 2026–2045 and amounting

24.09.2025 20

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Notes From 2025 Kaş Blue Voyage: Bodrum Gulet Journey Along Sheltered Eastern Bays Of Kaş – OpEd

In the mild and clear September days, a blue voyage departing from Kaş offered a unique opportunity to explore both

22.09.2025 30

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The 37th Bosphorus Intercontinental Open-Sea Swimming Race: Where Human Strength Meets Nature’s Power – OpEd

This year’s 37th Bosphorus Intercontinental Swimming Race fell short of the record-breaking performances spectators had hoped for. The winning time

05.09.2025 30

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A War Requiem In Stockholm: Aida That Breaks Tradition And Disturbs The Audience – OpEd

When Verdi’s Aida is mentioned, the mind usually conjures up majestic pyramids, golden palaces, elephants, and triumphant processions. None of...

04.09.2025 30

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Growing Old In The Princes’ Islands: A Glimpse Into The Silent Crisis – OpEd

The Princes’ Islands, often called the jewel of Istanbul, have long been celebrated for their serenity, natural beauty, and historic

01.08.2025 30

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Büyükada Journal: Waiting For The Château – OpEd

Each summer, we retreat to a modest house on Büyükada—far from the sea, yet vivid in the imagination of  our

29.07.2025 30

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Revitalizing The Çöllolar Coalfield: Technical, Economic, And Safety Challenges – OpEd

Once a key supplier of lignite to Turkey’s Afşin–Elbistan B Thermal Power Plant, the Çöllolar open-pit coalfield in Kahramanmaraş was

29.07.2025 30

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The Turkey–Iraq Oil Pipeline Crisis: Arbitration Penalties, Energy Diplomacy, And Regional Equilibrium – OpEd

The long-standing dispute between the central government of Iraq (Baghdad) and Turkey over the export of crude oil from the

28.07.2025 20

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The Surge Of Turkish Tourists To The Greek Islands: Why Are They So Popular? – OpEd

As of July 2025, over one million Turkish citizens have visited the Greek islands using the “visa on arrival” system[^1].

25.07.2025 30

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The End Of The Olive Groves: Green Destruction In The Name Of Coal – OpEd

In July 2025, the Turkish Grand National Assembly passed a controversial law allowing the clearing of olive groves and the

24.07.2025 30

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A Reflection On The Sounds Of Büyükada – OpEd

The island of Büyükada (Prinkipo), one of the Princes’ Islands near Istanbul, has long been a place of spiritual resonance

23.07.2025 40

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