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PKK's potential disarmament: Implications for Kurds in the Middle East
Imprisoned PKK leader Abdullah Ocalan's February call for the group's disarmament and the PKK's subsequent ceasefire declaration on March 1st, could end the decades-long armed conflict in Turkey and impact relations with neighboring countries, but the future of Syrian Kurdish groups remains uncertai...
PKK's potential disarmament: Implications for Kurds in the Middle East
Imprisoned PKK leader Abdullah Ocalan's February call for the group's disarmament and the PKK's subsequent ceasefire declaration on March 1st, could end the decades-long armed conflict in Turkey and impact relations with neighboring countries, but the future of Syrian Kurdish groups remains uncertai...
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36% Bias Score
PKK's Announced Dissolution: Potential End to 40-Year Conflict
Imprisoned PKK leader Abdullah Ocalan's February call for the group's dissolution prompted a March 1st announcement of compliance and a unilateral ceasefire, potentially ending the PKK's 40-year armed struggle; however, affiliated groups in Syria and Turkey's continued designation of the PKK as a te...
PKK's Announced Dissolution: Potential End to 40-Year Conflict
Imprisoned PKK leader Abdullah Ocalan's February call for the group's dissolution prompted a March 1st announcement of compliance and a unilateral ceasefire, potentially ending the PKK's 40-year armed struggle; however, affiliated groups in Syria and Turkey's continued designation of the PKK as a te...
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40% Bias Score
Turkish Court Overturns Sentence in Earthquake Building Collapse Case
An appeals court in Adana, Turkey overturned the 62 life sentences plus 865 years given to Hasan Alpargün, the contractor of the Alpargün Apartment building which collapsed in the February 6 earthquakes, killing 96, because the conviction for probable intent was deemed unlawful; the case was sent ba...
Turkish Court Overturns Sentence in Earthquake Building Collapse Case
An appeals court in Adana, Turkey overturned the 62 life sentences plus 865 years given to Hasan Alpargün, the contractor of the Alpargün Apartment building which collapsed in the February 6 earthquakes, killing 96, because the conviction for probable intent was deemed unlawful; the case was sent ba...
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40% Bias Score
Turkey's Fidan Advocates for Long-Term European Security, Criticizes Israel's Gaza Policy
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan addressed European security and the Ukraine war, advocating for a long-term approach and dialogue, while criticizing Israel's Gaza aid restrictions; Britain and France proposed a "volunteer coalition" to support Ukraine, prompting diverse reactions.
Turkey's Fidan Advocates for Long-Term European Security, Criticizes Israel's Gaza Policy
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan addressed European security and the Ukraine war, advocating for a long-term approach and dialogue, while criticizing Israel's Gaza aid restrictions; Britain and France proposed a "volunteer coalition" to support Ukraine, prompting diverse reactions.
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36% Bias Score
Turkish Court Suspends Guideline Restricting Corporate Tax Loss Deductions
The Turkish Council of State suspended a tax administration guideline that disallowed the deduction of prior-year losses from minimum corporate tax, citing the lack of legal basis and potential for unfair taxation; this decision allows such deductions temporarily, pending further legal action.
Turkish Court Suspends Guideline Restricting Corporate Tax Loss Deductions
The Turkish Council of State suspended a tax administration guideline that disallowed the deduction of prior-year losses from minimum corporate tax, citing the lack of legal basis and potential for unfair taxation; this decision allows such deductions temporarily, pending further legal action.
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40% Bias Score
Baykar and Leonardo Partner to Produce Armed UAVs in Italy
Turkish drone maker Baykar and Italian defense giant Leonardo announced a five-year partnership on Thursday to jointly manufacture armed UAVs in Italy, combining their expertise in drone technology and aerospace systems, extending their collaboration to space technologies.
Baykar and Leonardo Partner to Produce Armed UAVs in Italy
Turkish drone maker Baykar and Italian defense giant Leonardo announced a five-year partnership on Thursday to jointly manufacture armed UAVs in Italy, combining their expertise in drone technology and aerospace systems, extending their collaboration to space technologies.
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60% Bias Score
Germany and France Clash Over €150 Billion European Defense Fund
Germany and France are clashing over a proposed €150 billion European defense fund, disagreeing on whether to include non-EU countries like Turkey, mirroring past delays in similar programs and potentially hindering Europe's ability to address defense needs.
Germany and France Clash Over €150 Billion European Defense Fund
Germany and France are clashing over a proposed €150 billion European defense fund, disagreeing on whether to include non-EU countries like Turkey, mirroring past delays in similar programs and potentially hindering Europe's ability to address defense needs.
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40% Bias Score
DEM Party to Consult with Turkish Parties on PKK Ceasefire Call
Turkey's Democracy Party (DEM) will meet with major political parties, including AKP and MHP, from March 10-17 to discuss PKK leader Abdullah Öcalan's February 27th call for a ceasefire, aiming to build political consensus around this significant peace initiative.
DEM Party to Consult with Turkish Parties on PKK Ceasefire Call
Turkey's Democracy Party (DEM) will meet with major political parties, including AKP and MHP, from March 10-17 to discuss PKK leader Abdullah Öcalan's February 27th call for a ceasefire, aiming to build political consensus around this significant peace initiative.
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32% Bias Score
Erdoğan Addresses Women's Day, Rejects Opposition Claims on Istanbul Convention
On March 8th, Turkish President Erdoğan delivered a speech on Women's Day, highlighting his government's efforts to improve women's rights, refuting opposition claims regarding the Istanbul Convention, and vowing to defeat terrorism.
Erdoğan Addresses Women's Day, Rejects Opposition Claims on Istanbul Convention
On March 8th, Turkish President Erdoğan delivered a speech on Women's Day, highlighting his government's efforts to improve women's rights, refuting opposition claims regarding the Istanbul Convention, and vowing to defeat terrorism.
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72% Bias Score
İzmir Barometer: Secular Identity Amidst Economic Hardship
The "İzmir Barometresi" survey reveals that 56.5% of İzmir residents identify as Atatürkists, highlighting secular identity; however, 64% report insufficient funds for annual vacations, revealing economic hardship despite perceived gender equality and religious tolerance.
İzmir Barometer: Secular Identity Amidst Economic Hardship
The "İzmir Barometresi" survey reveals that 56.5% of İzmir residents identify as Atatürkists, highlighting secular identity; however, 64% report insufficient funds for annual vacations, revealing economic hardship despite perceived gender equality and religious tolerance.
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48% Bias Score
Turkey's Democracy Score Plummets, Ranking Among 'Hybrid' Regimes
Turkey's democracy score fell from 4.33 in 2023 to 4.26 in 2024, ranking 103rd of 167 countries and placing it among 'hybrid' regimes. This decline is attributed to factors such as the prosecution of opposition figures and impunity for police brutality.
Turkey's Democracy Score Plummets, Ranking Among 'Hybrid' Regimes
Turkey's democracy score fell from 4.33 in 2023 to 4.26 in 2024, ranking 103rd of 167 countries and placing it among 'hybrid' regimes. This decline is attributed to factors such as the prosecution of opposition figures and impunity for police brutality.
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60% Bias Score
İmamoğlu Unveils Four-Year Plan for Turkey's Future
Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu, the sole CHP presidential candidate, announced a four-year plan addressing over 20 national issues, aiming to present a detailed vision of Turkey by October-November 2025, after facing delays in presenting his initial plan.
İmamoğlu Unveils Four-Year Plan for Turkey's Future
Istanbul Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu, the sole CHP presidential candidate, announced a four-year plan addressing over 20 national issues, aiming to present a detailed vision of Turkey by October-November 2025, after facing delays in presenting his initial plan.
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40% Bias Score
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