Monthly Archives: August 2010

With a brand new chief of General Staff in place as of yesterday to steer the Turkish Armed Forces (TSK) into a new era, I think we have an opportunity to harmonize civilian-military relations in a non-confrontational manner — a … Continue reading →

It would not surprise me a bit if the new National Security Policy Document (MGSB) were to list Israel as the “real” potential threat to Turkey’s vital national interests after the attack on the aid flotilla by the Israeli navy … Continue reading →

So much of Turkey’s energy and time has recently been devoted to solving crises in the highest military and judicial institutions resulting from “old school” proponents putting up heavy resistance to further democratization, accountability and complete transparency. In the meantime, … Continue reading →

Despite all the shortcomings and challenges we are faced with in Turkey, change is gradually but firmly taking hold in the social, political and economic fabric of the country. Like it or not, the ruling Justice and Development Party (AK … Continue reading →

Today marks the 63rd anniversary of Pakistani independence, and this great nation of almost 180 million people is celebrating its cherished freedom from alien domination. It is quite sad, however, that this joyful occasion came at a time when about … Continue reading →

It was long overdue. At last, this government, in the eighth year of its rule, stood firm against the futile attempt of generals and admirals to promote military officers who were allegedly involved in grave crimes such as attempting to … Continue reading →

It is simply mind boggling that all promotions and nominees in the Turkish military’s rank and file have been predetermined, at least until 2019, as if these posts were their given right upon graduating from the military academy. This was … Continue reading →