OCTOBER 24-30, 2017
TOMORROW : TELECONFERENCE ON THE U.S.-TURKEY VISA CRISIS
Please join THO tomorrow, October 31 , for a teleconference on the visa crisis, featuring Amb. Matthew Bryza  and  Prof. Ilter Turan .

The two speakers will discuss the wide-ranging ramifications of the current crisis, from its impact on regional diplomatic action to people-to-people relations between the U.S. and Turkey.
THO COMMEMORATES REPUBLIC DAY
Observed every year on October 29, Turkey’s Republic Day commemorates Mustafa Kemal’s 1923 proclamation of the Republic of Turkey. At that time, Turkey was just emerging from years of warfare and foreign occupation. Mustafa Kemal, whose fundamental belief was that “sovereignty unconditionally belongs to the people”, led a national resistance movement that culminated in the foundation of a new Turkish state.
 
Born of shared sacrifice and a desire for self-rule, the Republic of Turkey continues to stand for prosperity and freedom both at home and abroad. As we celebrate this day and remember those who lost their lives to ensure the safety and security of the Republic, THO wishes for the Turkish and American communities alike to recognize their shared commitment to the values represented by Republic Day. In the face of ever-changing, complex, and global challenges, it is as respectful and appreciative allies that the United States and Turkey will be best prepared to face these tests. THO will always remain committed to improving and strengthening relations between these long-time allies.
U.S.-TURKEY NEWS
U.S. and Turkey continue negotiations concerning visa row
U.S. leaders make commemorative statements on Republic Day
Additional news
OTHER NEWS
Security
Humanitarian Aid
Economy
Energy
Education
Technology
QUOTE OF THE WEEK
THE LATEST FROM THO
New Exclusive Insight interview with Amb. Lukman Faily
In THO’s latest Exclusive Insight interview , Amb. Lukman Faily (former Iraqi Ambassador to the U.S.) discusses the recent KRG independence referendum and its impact on regional relations. Among other topics, the ambassador weighs in on the future of Iraqi politics, Turkey’s role in the region, and Iraq’s Turkmen minority.
ICYMI: THO hosts panel on the KRG independence referendum
On October 18, THO hosted a panel discussion on the “ KRG Independence Referendum and Regional Realities .” You can read the summary of the event on our website and watch the video on our YouTube channel
WHAT WE'RE READING
– Abdullah Agar, interviewed by Barcin Yinanc, Hurriyet Daily News
– Cansu Camlibel, Hurriyet Daily News
– Faiz Bashir, Medium
– Ali Ozkok and Omer Ozkizilcik, RUSI
– John Michael Baglione, Harvard Gazette


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