Turkish People-Power Foils Attempted Coup

Juan Cole / Truthdig Jul 16, 2016 Among the reasons for the failure of the overthrow attempt by Turkey's military was the determined stance of the people, who stood up for their democracy even though about half of them deeply dislike President Erdogan. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )

Suspected Islamic State Suicide Bomber Kills at Least 10 in Istanbul

Staff / Truthdig Jan 12, 2016 A deadly blast ripped through the city's Sultanahmet tourist district Tuesday, killing at least 10 people and wounding 15 more. Turkey's prime minister placed blame for the attack on Islamic State. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )

Borders of Love, Borders of War

By Amie Williams Jan 5, 2016 In a Turkish city near the Syrian conflict zone, an ancient tide of passions—both human and political—moves millions. In a Turkish city near the Syrian conflict zone, an ancient tide of passions—both human and political—moves millions. Dig deeper ( 13 Min. Read )

A Strangeness in My Mind

By Adam Kirsch Nov 6, 2015 In telling the story of a Turkish boy who moves from a village to the country's largest city and spends the next 40 years as a peddler, Orhan Pamuk does for Istanbul something like what James Joyce did for Dublin. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

Missed Chance to ‘End Dictatorship’ as Erdogan Claims Victory in Turkey

By Jon Queally / Common Dreams Nov 2, 2015 "I'm horrified," said one young voter in Istanbul. "I don't want to live in this country anymore because I don't know what is awaiting us." Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

Defying Saudis and Iran, Muslim Thinkers Call for Action on Climate Change at Istanbul Conference

Juan Cole / Truthdig Aug 19, 2015 Attendees from 20 countries at this week's International Islamic Climate Change Symposium in Istanbul produced—and 60 of them signed—a declaration warning of the dangers of climate change and urging urgent action to curb carbon dioxide emissions. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

The Truth Behind the Turkish Police Attack on Istanbul’s Gay Pride Parade

Juan Cole / Truthdig Jun 29, 2015 Did the heavy-handed police action signal a new culture war, or was it a form of revenge over the recent election results in which President Erdogan got less power than he’d expected? Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

One in 4 Europeans Fighting With ISIS Are British

Alexander Reed Kelly / Truthdig Aug 22, 2014 Reports that an estimated 2,000 Europeans have joined jihadists fighting for territory in Syria and Iraq are a reminder that feelings of loyalty are not givens and can be diverted away from one's place of origin. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )

The Turkish Spring: Lawyers Rounded Up

Marjorie Cohn / Truthdig Jun 13, 2013 Because of their work in defending clients who challenge government policies, Turkish lawyers have been targeted by the government and the police in an ongoing and dangerous process of attorney criminalization. Dig deeper ( 4 Min. Read )

Embattled Turkish PM Gives Protesters 24 Hours

Peter Z. Scheer / Truthdig Jun 13, 2013 Although Turkey's government has been criticized for harsh tactics dealing with the demonstrators who have occupied central Istanbul, Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan claimed Wednesday, "We have not responded to punches with punches." Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )

Riots in Turkey

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Turkey Sees Third Straight Day of Political Clashes

Alexander Reed Kelly / Truthdig Jun 3, 2013 Two days of violent encounters between Turkish police and demonstrators turned to three Sunday. Thousands of protesters kept control of Istanbul's main square as the country's prime minister vowed to move forward with the controversial development plan that provoked the clashes. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )