DIPLOMACY
ANALYSIS
After the operation against the SDF in Syria, temptation of a show of force against Hezbollah grows
SYRIA
Turkey's PKK says will 'not abandon' Kurds
FOCUS
In Aleppo, Syrian authorities in battle against the SDF to resolve political deadlock with the Kurds
NEW YEAR
Six key Middle East issues to watch in 2026
YEAR WRAP-UP
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TURKEY
Peace commission to discuss visit to PKK's Ocalan
LIGHTING
In Turkey, is Selahattin Demirtas’ release imminent?
FOCUS
Syria’s challenges in joining the international coalition against IS
AIR TRANSPORT
Turkish flights to Iraq's Sulaimaniyah resume after PKK-linked ban
FOCUS
Despite the PKK’s withdrawal, peace between Turkey and Kurds stalls in Syria
FOCUS
Behind Turkey’s choice of ambassador to Syria: A bid to strengthen influence
THE BIGGER PICTURE
What consequences does PKK's withdrawal from Turkey have for Iraq?
WRAP-UP