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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 10

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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 2

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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 1

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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 3

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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 2

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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 2

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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 3

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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 1

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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 2

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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 5

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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 3

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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 3

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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 4

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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 3

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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 3

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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 5

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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 6

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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 7

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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 3

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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 7

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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 4

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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 6

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An Assessment Of Decommissioning Of Obsolete Coal-Fired Power Plants In Turkey And Consequences – OpEd

In recent years, several aging, inefficient, and technologically outdated coal-fired power plants (CFPPs), formerly owned by Turkish state...

18.07.2025 4

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The Epstein Affair And Media Agenda-Setting Strategies – OpEd

It is somewhat puzzling to see the American media devote such sustained and extensive coverage to the Jeffrey Epstein case.

17.07.2025 4

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On A Quiet Sunday Morning In Büyükada: The Noise Of A Lawn Mower – OpEd

Imagine planning a calm and peaceful Sunday at your house on Büyükada, one of Istanbul’s charming Princes’ Islands. You enjoy

15.07.2025 4

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New Coal-Fired Power Plant Projects In Turkey: Difficult To Finance, High Environmental Risks – OpEd

Turkey continues to discuss new coal-fired power plants in its energy policy, even as global financing for fossil fuels tightens

09.07.2025 4

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The Silent Robinsons Of Büyükada – OpEd

Büyükada—Prinkipo Island just off Istanbul’s coast—is a place where even solitude carries a quiet dignity, where time seems to slow

07.07.2025 8

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Where The Coal Comes From, The Risk Comes From: A Critical Look At Turkey’s Dependence On Imported Coal – OpEd

One of Turkey’s main structural dilemmas in energy production is that external dependency remains stubbornly high. Imported coal power plants—which

04.07.2025 3

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Enerjisa Şirinçavuş (Bandırma II) Natural Gas Combined Cycle Power Plant: Efficiency, Environmental Sensitivity, And Role In Turkey’s Energy Strategy – OpEd

Turkey’s growing electricity demand and carbon reduction targets have made efficient and environmentally friendly power plants increasingly...

01.07.2025 3

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Renewable Energy Expansion In Turkey: An Overview

Introduction Turkey, located at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, has been transforming its energy sector to reduce dependence on

30.06.2025 4

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Black Sea Gas: A Strategic Step Toward Turkey’s Energy Independence – OpEd

Turkey’s natural gas exploration and production efforts in the Black Sea have become a cornerstone of its energy policy in

29.06.2025 5

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Discovered Oil In Mount Gabar: A New Era In Turkey’s Energy Strategy? – OpEd

1. Geological & Technical Aspects The oil discovered in Mount Gabar (Şırnak province) is characterized as light crude, with an API

28.06.2025 9

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Electric Future: New Balances In Global Automotive Industry – OpEd

In mid-2025, the automotive industry is undergoing a visible transformation. Electric vehicles (EVs) are no longer just a “future technology”;

27.06.2025 6

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Crisis From The Skies: The US B-2 Bombing Of Iran’s Nuclear Sites And Its Global Fallout – OpEd

I. Introduction In the early hours of June 22, 2025, the United States launched a direct airstrike on Iran’s underground

23.06.2025 10

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On The Brink Of Attrition Warfare: The Military And Economic Costs Of The Israel-Iran Conflict – OpEd

I. Introduction The Israel-Iran conflict has evolved beyond a proxy war into a direct, multifaceted “war of attrition.” Reciprocal missile

23.06.2025 4

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G7 Kananaskis 2025 Summit: A Tapestry Of Diverse Perspectives – OpEd

The 51st G7 Summit, held from June 15-17, 2025, in Kananaskis, Alberta, Canada, brought together a vibrant array of global

21.06.2025 4

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The Israel-Iran Conflict And Turkey’s Long-Term Energy Security: A Gathering Storm – OpEd

As the Israel–Iran conflict intensifies across the Middle East, Turkey faces a new test of its long-term energy security. The

19.06.2025 3

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Atlas Enerji İskenderun Thermal Power Plant: Technical, Economic, And Environmental Assessment – OpEd

This article examines the Atlas Enerji Thermal Power Plant, located in İskenderun, Hatay, in southern Türkiye. It reviews the plant’s

19.06.2025 7

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Sugözü Imported Coal Thermal Power Plant: Technical And Economic Assessment – OpEd

1. Introduction The Sugözü Thermal Power Plant, launched in the early 2000s as part of Turkey’s energy security policies, is

17.06.2025 3

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Tufanbeyli Thermal Power Plant: Utilizing Domestic Lignite With Modern Technology – OpEd

1. Overview Operated by Enerjisa Üretim, the Tufanbeyli Thermal Power Plant is a circulating fluidized bed (CFB) facility designed to

15.06.2025 8

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Soma Kolin Thermal Power Plant: Industrial Turning Point Or Risky Giant? – OpEd

The Soma Kolin Thermal Power Plant has secured a significant role in Turkey’s energy security as an advanced facility that

13.06.2025 7

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Konya Ilgın Thermal Power Plant Project: Waiting And The Future – OpEd

The utilization of domestic coal resources holds a significant place in Turkey’s energy strategy. Within this framework, the thermal power

12.06.2025 6

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Kangal Thermal Power Plant: Domestic Energy Source, Environmental Responsibility – OpEd

Located in the Kangal district of Sivas, the Kangal Thermal Power Plant plays a significant role in meeting Turkey’s energy

11.06.2025 7

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Rapid Developments In The Russia-Ukraine War: FPV Drone Strikes And The Istanbul Negotiations – OpEd

Military tradition has long been characterized by the rapid assimilation of battlefield lessons and the development of effective counter-strategies....

05.06.2025 20

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Record Participation In 37th Bosphorus Cross-Continental Swimming Race: 4,000 Swimmers From 80 Countries To Compete – OpEd

Applications are now closed for the 37th edition of the Bosphorus Cross-Continental Swimming Race, organized by the Turkish National Olympic

04.06.2025 20

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The Silent Collapse: Workforce Turnover, Organizational Memory, And The Erosion Of Institutional Competence – OpEd

This article examines the often-overlooked consequences of workforce turnover and downsizing in engineering-intensive industries, with a focus on the...

02.06.2025 5

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Anna Karenina Ballet: A Mesmerizing Encounter At AKM – OpEd

As one of Turkey’s premier cultural venues, the Istanbul Atatürk Cultural Center (AKM) hosted a magnetic performance of Anna Karenina by the

02.06.2025 9

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Clean Coal Technologies: Promise Or Paradox? – OpEd

Initial Promise of Clean Coal “Clean coal technologies” were introduced as a way to reduce the environmental impact of coal-based

29.05.2025 5

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Trump’s Middle East Marathon: Diplomacy Or A Migration Spectacle? – OpEd

In May 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump embarked on a whirlwind three-day tour of the Middle East, visiting Saudi Arabia,

16.05.2025 5

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Electricity Exports To Syria: Opportunity Or Risk? – OpEd

Recently, Turkish Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, Alparslan Bayraktar, made a noteworthy announcement: Turkey plans to triple its...

15.05.2025 8

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