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The independent, reader-supported newsletter on Turkish politics & business. Pun-tification included. Türkçe için: @studyorecap.bsky.social
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Here is the so-called schema of the 'crime organisation' that is claimed to be led by Ekrem Imamoglu, the imprisoned presidential candidate of the opposition in Turkey and has been defined as “an octopus whose arms stretch from Istanbul to the rest of Türkiye and abroad" by Erdogan. Everyone knows+
Issue #281! With comments by @selvinkorkmaz.bsky.social, Amy Austin Holmes and @yoruk.bsky.social:

- Imamoğlu faces 2,352-year jail term
- Sharaa and Fidan go to DC
- Military plane crash kills 20, cause unknown
- Domestic and diplomatic wraps
- Man has “no regrets” after toy gun raid
Ban's Labyrinth
Issue #281
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November 13, 2025 at 5:11 PM
Issue #281! With comments by @selvinkorkmaz.bsky.social, Amy Austin Holmes and @yoruk.bsky.social:

- Imamoğlu faces 2,352-year jail term
- Sharaa and Fidan go to DC
- Military plane crash kills 20, cause unknown
- Domestic and diplomatic wraps
- Man has “no regrets” after toy gun raid
Ban's Labyrinth
Issue #281
www.turkeyrecap.com
November 13, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Former US Amb. James Jeffrey on the possible extension of American military presence in northeast Syria.

We also spoke about Syrian Pres. Ahmed al-Sharaa's DC visit and the implications for Turkey. Full webcast here:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=yuYG...
November 12, 2025 at 8:39 AM
🎙️ Live webcast today!

Former US Amb. James Jeffrey joins us to discuss Syrian Pres. Ahmed al-Sharaa's visit to Washington and what it means for Turkey.

Livestream @ 0900 EST / 1400 UTC / 1700 TRT:
LIVE SOON: What US Syria policy means for Turkey with James Jeffrey
Starting Nov 11 at 9:00 AM EST
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November 11, 2025 at 11:09 AM
Reduced security tensions could spark an investment rush in one of Turkey’s least developed regions.

Now, locals said they fear being displaced again – this time by mining and resource extraction instead of conflict.

@daniel-b-thorpe.bsky.social and @woutermassink.bsky.social report:
PKK peace prospects open southeast Turkey to mining and new displacement concerns
DIYARBAKIR — The village of Kurşunlu (Pirejman in Kurdish) is settled high up in the mountains to the north of Diyarbakır.
www.turkeyrecap.com
November 10, 2025 at 2:17 PM
📰 Sunday extras:

"Metal scrap sourced from Syria and Libya’s wars feeds Turkey’s steel industry" by @sofiacherici.bsky.social, @andresmourenza.bsky.social, Mohammed Bassiki and @dogueroglu.com and @sergioattanasio.bsky.social. [1/5]
Scrap wars: How child labour and conflict feed Turkey steel boom
Tainted metal scrap sourced from conflict zones can ultimately become finished steel used by some of Europe’s top firms.
www.newarab.com
November 9, 2025 at 6:32 AM
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"Kerem Altıparmak said he believed there is now a “legal obligation” to free Demirtaş. When asked if a release order may be extended to Yüksekdağ and other Kobani trial defendants, he responded:

“It would be very optimistic … even if the court decides to release Demirtaş""
Our Turkey news recap is out with comments by @keremaltiparmak.com and @ruhaavi.bsky.social. Inside:

1. Court weighs Demirtaş release
2. Peace commission delays meeting
3. Istanbul hosts Gaza summit
4. Domestic and diplomatic wraps
5. Man arrested for walking woman on leash
Serbest Case Scenario
Issue #280
www.turkeyrecap.com
November 6, 2025 at 3:31 PM
Inflation is in and Turkish companies are getting hit for facilitating online betting.

@emilyricejohnson.bsky.social has the details in our Econ recap:

1. October’s CPI numbers are in
2. Your weekly scandal scanner
3. International cash flow monitor
4. This week’s stat round-up
CP-I Don’t Think We’re There Yet
Economy Issue #74
www.turkeyrecap.com
November 7, 2025 at 11:33 AM
Our Turkey news recap is out with comments by @keremaltiparmak.com and @ruhaavi.bsky.social. Inside:

1. Court weighs Demirtaş release
2. Peace commission delays meeting
3. Istanbul hosts Gaza summit
4. Domestic and diplomatic wraps
5. Man arrested for walking woman on leash
Serbest Case Scenario
Issue #280
www.turkeyrecap.com
November 6, 2025 at 2:56 PM
Need to catch up on the Turkey-PKK peace talks?

@sinemadar.bsky.social outlined the most recent and most important developments on Recap radio, including:

- Steps taken to date
- Demirtaş' release prospects
- AKP-MHP alignment
- CHP's role/stance
- Syria and more

www.youtube.com/watch?v=rZ3r...
November 5, 2025 at 5:41 PM
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@sinemadar.bsky.social, an associate at CATS/SWPBerlin, joins us to take stock of the Turkey-PKK peace talks – which entered their 'second phase' according to proponents.

Tune in to figure out what that means @ 1200 UTC / 1500 TRT:
LIVE SOON: The next phase of Turkey-PKK peace talks with Sinem Adar
Starting Nov 5 at 7:00 AM EST
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November 5, 2025 at 10:34 AM
🎙️ Live webcast today

@sinemadar.bsky.social, an associate at CATS/SWPBerlin, joins us to take stock of the Turkey-PKK peace talks – which entered their 'second phase' according to proponents.

Tune in to figure out what that means @ 1200 UTC / 1500 TRT:
LIVE SOON: The next phase of Turkey-PKK peace talks with Sinem Adar
Starting Nov 5 at 7:00 AM EST
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November 5, 2025 at 7:57 AM
“Maybe this challenging security environment is one that will prompt Turkey and [EU members] to work together closely towards a more productive security cooperation," said Iulia-Sabina Joja.

@diegocupolo.bsky.social reports with comments by Özgür Ünlühisarcıklı and Evangelos Areteos.
Disputes with EU states complicate Turkey’s role in defense loan program
ANKARA — Turkey-EU relations have seen many ups and downs over the years, but defense cooperation has been a constant through line.
www.turkeyrecap.com
November 4, 2025 at 6:20 PM
🎃Happy Halloween!

In today's Economy recap, @emilyricejohnson.bsky.social details the tricks and retreats behind Ankara's jet saga:

1. Turkey seals Eurofighter deal
2. Neither trick-nor-treat inflation stats
3. International cash flow monitor
4. This week’s stat round-up
Dawn Of The Deal
Economy Issue #73
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October 31, 2025 at 9:48 AM
📬 Issue #279 is out! With comments by @utkucakirozer.bsky.social and @hurcanasliaksoy.bsky.social:

- Imamoğlu hit with ‘espionage’ case
- DEM visits palace, PKK leaves Turkey
- Ankara appoints new Syria envoy
- Domestic and diplomatic wraps
- Montenegro suspends visa-free travel for Turkey
Void Of Treason
Issue #279
www.turkeyrecap.com
October 30, 2025 at 2:49 PM
"The real message out of this, because it's a massive" landslide victory is a combination of voters said "look, we have our own agency. Stop pushing us around."

@fionamullency.social on how Turkish Cypriots rejected foreign influence in recent TRNC elections:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=ESjt...
October 27, 2025 at 1:38 PM
🎙️ Live webcast today!

@fionamullency.social, director of Sapienta Economics, joins us to discuss the TRNC elections and what they mean for Cyprus, Turkey and the eastern Mediterranean.

Livestream @ 0800 UTC / 1100 TRT:
LIVE SOON: What’s behind the power shift in North Cyprus with Fiona Mullen
Starting Oct 27 at 4:00 AM EDT
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October 27, 2025 at 6:19 AM
📰 Sunday extras:

"Israel, Gaza and US-Turkey relations with Soner Çağaptay" hosted by @diegocupolo.bsky.social. [1/5]
Israel, Gaza and US-Turkey relations with Soner Çağaptay
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October 26, 2025 at 6:37 AM
The CHP Congress trial got tossed, and the BIST 100 got glossed.

@emilyricejohnson.bsky.social has the rest of the week's economy and business news:

1. Rate gets cut, as expected
2. Financial scandals continue
3. International cash flow monitor
4. This week’s stat round-up
Cut Rate And Run
Economy Issue #72
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October 24, 2025 at 8:57 AM
This week's Turkey news recap with comments by @aronlund.bsky.social and more:

1. Turkey weighs options in Syria
2. DEM delegation to meet Erdoğan
3. CHP resumes congress trial Friday
4. Domestic and diplomatic wraps
5. Tolstoy relative tours Istanbul dungeon
Back To The Drawing Border
Issue #278
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October 23, 2025 at 5:21 PM
"Today’s emotion is rage," says Florence while prepping for a drag show.

'Rage' because last week news broke about an anti-LGBTQ draft law that would penalize expressions of queerness.

Johanna Sagmeister reports with comments by @yildiztar.bsky.social:
'My existence will be illegal': LGBTQ community vilified by Turkish draft law
ISTANBUL — When Florence Konstantina Delight talks about their childhood, the stories are primarily about bullying, abuse and hatred.
www.turkeyrecap.com
October 21, 2025 at 3:13 PM
Ceasefire efforts to end the Israel-Gaza war has put a spotlight on improving US-Turkey ties.

Soner Çağaptay details the shift and its implications for Israel, Gaza, Syria and beyond:
www.youtube.com/watch?v=jU41...
October 21, 2025 at 10:43 AM
☎️ Update: Live webcast today!

Soner Çağaptay, a senior fellow at the Washington Institute, joins us to discuss how Gaza, Israel and their impact on US-Turkey relations.

Livestream @ 1500 EDT / 1900 UTC / 2200 TRT:
LIVE SOON: Israel, Gaza and US-Turkey relations with Soner Çağaptay
Starting Oct 20 at 3:00 PM EDT
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October 20, 2025 at 2:56 PM
Rescheduling! Apologies, we’ll let you know when we plan to go live asap
🎙️ Live webcast today!

Soner Çağaptay, a senior fellow at the Washington Institute, joins us to discuss how Gaza, Israel and their impact on US-Turkey relations.

Livestream @ 0800 EDT / 1200 UTC / 1500 TRT:
open.substack.com/live-stream/...
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October 20, 2025 at 1:17 PM