Opinions - Europe

The Putin Predicament: South Africa's Legal Conundrum with the ICC

The Putin Predicament: South Africa's Legal Conundrum with the ICC

by Yasir Gökçe, published on 31 August 2023
In March 2023, the international legal arena witnessed an unprecedented case as the International Criminal Court (ICC) issued an arrest warrant for Russian President Vladimir Putin, marking the first time a sitting head of state from a non-state party faced such action without a Security Council referral. This pivotal development raised complex questions, especially when combined with President Putin's invitation to South Africa for the BRICS Summit in August 2023.
AI Regulation: Challenges and the European Union's Approach

AI Regulation: Challenges and the European Union's Approach

by İhsan Tekineş, published on 31 July 2023
On 14 June 2023, the European Parliament agreed on their version of the AI Act, and negotiations began with the European Council on the final form of the legislation. The act is expected to be passed into law by the end of 2023, establishing the EU as a leader in creating laws and regulations to address AI-related concerns and challenges.
Hollanda'da Hükümetin Düşmesi ve Yeni Genel Seçimler

Hollanda'da Hükümetin Düşmesi ve Yeni Genel Seçimler

by Harun Reşit Halisoğlu, published on 11 July 2023
Hollanda'da bir hükümetin gitmesi ve diğerinin gelmesi çoğu zaman izlenen politikalarda köklü değişikliklere neden olmamaktadır. Bu da esasen siyasi istikrar demektir. Örneğin son yaşanan kriz bir anda ülkenin kapılarının tüm göçmenlere/mültecilere kapatılması anlamına gelmemektedir. Bir sonraki koalisyonu oluşturacak siyasi partiler bir araya gelerek bu soruna hukuka uygun bir çözüm bulacaklardır.
Ukrayna Savaşı Gölgesinde NATO Vilnius Zirvesi ve İsveç’in NATO Üyeliği

Ukrayna Savaşı Gölgesinde NATO Vilnius Zirvesi ve İsveç’in NATO Üyeliği

by Enes Esen, published on 11 July 2023
Ukrayna savaşı ana gündemiyle toplanacak NATO Zirvesi 11-12 Temmuz tarihleri arasında Litvanya'nın başkenti Vilnius’ta düzenlenecek. Zirvede NATO’nun açıkça bir tehdit olarak adlandırdığı Rusya’ya karşı yeni savunma planları onaylanacak. Türkiye’nin İsveç’in NATO üyeliğine ilişkin vetosunu kaldırmasıyla Rusya’ya karşı daha güçlü bir birlik mesajı verilecek. Kısacası sonu tehlikeli vadilere giden yeni bir silahlanma yarışının yaşandığı dünyamızda, NATO liderleri bölgesel ve küresel güvenlik politikalarını ve savaş planlarını gözden geçirecek.
Is the US blackmailing Turkey over Sweden?

Is the US blackmailing Turkey over Sweden?

by Enes Esen, published on 30 June 2023
The US and Swedish authorities are currently investigating graft allegations involving Bilal Erdoğan, the son of Turkey's President, according to a Reuters special report. These allegations have significant implications, as they could constitute a criminal offense under certain circumstances. However, as the report points out, there is a possibility that they may not even lead to formal charges. Interestingly, the Turkish side seems to have minimal interest in the substance of the allegations or its judicial implications.
Bumps in the Road to an EU-Tunisia Migration Deal

Bumps in the Road to an EU-Tunisia Migration Deal

by Mehmet Çelik, published on 23 June 2023
About eight years after the migration deal with Turkey in 2016, the European Union seeks to make a similar agreement, this time with Tunisia. President of European Commission Ursula von der Leyen, Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte paid a visit to Tunis on June 11 and had discussions with Tunisian President Kais Saied. The main topic was a “comprehensive partnership package” in which the EU has offered financial assistance of more than 1 billion euros to assist the ailing Tunisian economy in return for ending the migrant crossings to Europe.

Reports - Europe

MODERNIZING THE TURKEY–EU CUSTOMS UNION: ISSUES AND PROSPECTS

MODERNIZING THE TURKEY–EU CUSTOMS UNION: ISSUES AND PROSPECTS

by instituDE, published in March 2025
The Turkey–EU Customs Union, established in 1995, has been a defining feature of trade relations between Turkey and the European Union. Over the past three decades, the global economic landscape has evolved significantly, necessitating a modernization of the agreement to address new trade realities, regulatory developments, and emerging geopolitical challenges.
TURKEY'S GROWING ROLE IN GLOBAL COCAINE TRAFFICKING

TURKEY'S GROWING ROLE IN GLOBAL COCAINE TRAFFICKING

by Dr. İmdat Öner, Halil Çavuş, Ömer Güler and Mustafa Enes Esen, published on 17 September 2024
This report focuses on Turkey's prominence as an emerging market for cocaine trafficking and organized crime in the last decade. Cocaine production in Latin America has dramatically increased since 2013, and Turkey’s status as an emerging market has attracted the attention of Latin American government officials on the front lines of the cocaine trade.
EURASIANISTS IN TURKEY AND THEIR MEDIA ON THE WAR IN UKRAINE

EURASIANISTS IN TURKEY AND THEIR MEDIA ON THE WAR IN UKRAINE

by Enes Esen, Servet Akman, Ahmet Kalafat and Bahadır Gülle, published on 27 February 2023
Most of the Russian propaganda in Turkey is not overtly conducted by Russian state-affiliated media outlets. Eurasianists in Turkey carry out the Kremlin’s bidding to influence Turkish public opinion in favor of Russian war efforts. They blame the West, specifically NATO and the US, for instigating the war in Ukraine and causing regional instability. They also attack Turkey's political opposition for their milder views on NATO and the US and recommend that the Turkish government prioritize its relations with Russia.

Videos - Europe

Biden vs. Trump on Ukraine: Who’s Right?

March 23, 2025
by Haşim Tekineş, published on 23 March 2025
In this video, we break down Biden’s and Trump’s Ukraine policies, their different endgames, and how their choices shape US foreign policy, NATO, and the global balance of power. Is Biden’s cold-blooded strategy the best way to contain Russia, or is Trump’s push for a ceasefire actually the smarter move?

Ve Ticaret Savaşları Başladı!

March 5, 2025
by Mehmet Demirbaş and Haşim Tekineş, published on 5 March 2025
Amerikan Başkanı Donald Trump Kanada, Meksika ve Çin'e gümrük vergileri koydu. Trump AB'ye de vergi koyacağını belirtiyor. Bu vergiler Amerika'yı, dünya ekonomisini ve Türkiye'yi nasıl etkileyecek?

Beyaz Saray'da Kavga: Oval Ofis'te Trump-Zelenski Atışması

March 1, 2025
by Haşim Tekineş, published on 1 March 2025
Ukrayna devlet başkanı Zelenski'nin Beyaz Saray ziyareti ters tepti. Trump ve Zelenski arasındaki ilişkiler yumuşayacak diye beklerken taraflar arasındaki ilişki daha beter bir şekilde koptu.

Why Is Erdoğan Unhappy with the US-Russia Talks?

February 20, 2025
by Haşim Tekineş, published on 20 February 2025
US President Donald Trump decided to initiate direct talks with Russia to end the war in Ukraine.

Ukrayna'da Ateşkes Mümkün mü?

February 13, 2025
by Haşim Tekineş, published on 13 February 2025
instituDE Dış Politika Analisti Haşim Tekineş, devam eden Trump Fırtınası'nı ve Ukrayna'da ateşkesin mümkün olup olmadığını ele aldı.

Trump Ufukta: Lübnan'da Sessizlik, Ukrayna'da Fırtına

November 29, 2024
Trump'ın ABD başkanlık koltuğuna oturma tarihi yaklaşırken instituDE'nin bu yayınında Ali Dinçer ve Haşim Tekineş, Lübnan'da İsrail-Hizbullah arasında varılan ateşkes, Ukrayna'daki savaşta yaşanan son gelişmeler, Türkiye'nin konumlanması gibi yaşanan küresel gelişmeleri ele aldılar