THE LATEST IN U.S.-TURKEY RELATIONS
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On
Monday, July 15, 2019
the Turkish Heritage Organization (THO) hosted a panel discussion examining U.S. and Turkey Relations while also recognizing the shifting nature of U.S.-Turkey relationships in the three years since the July 15 coup attempt in Turkey. To learn more, visit our website
here
for a full summary of the event.
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On
Wednesday, July 17, 2019
the Turkish Heritage Organization (THO) hosted a successful panel discussion examining the war in Syria from a Kurdish perspective. To learn more, visit our website
here
for a full summary of the event.
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THO 2019 FALL RESEARCH PROGRAM
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The THO Research Program in Turkey is a competitive, annual, all-expenses paid research trip in Turkey for young researchers between the ages of 21-35. In 2019, THO's research program offers selected outstanding university students, recent graduates, and experts an in-depth look at Turkey's energy policies, markets, and technologies in light of U.S.-Turkish relations.
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THO President Ali Cinar
is in Turkey meeting with Media, Think Tanks, and Universities. Cinar also was interviewed by many media channels within the past three days.
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THO Communications Manager Savannah Lane
connected with multiple media outlets last week provided commentary on the current updates with U.S.-Turkey relations.
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The THO Team
will be meeting with Congressman John Joyce and Congressman Glenn "GT "Thompson this week.
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July 21-22
: Ambassador James Jeffrey will be in Turkey for 2 days of discussions
July 22
: President Trump will be meeting Republican Senators to discuss Turkey sanctions
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Department of Defense's Response to Turkey's S-400 Acquisition
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Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition and Sustainment, Ellen M. Lord, and Deputy Under Secretary of Defense for Policy, David J. Trachtenberg, brief the press on the Department of State’s position on Turkey’s acceptance of the first delivery of Russian S-400 missile defense system.
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Grand National Assembly Displays Photos from 2016 Coup Attempt
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Marking three years since the Coup Attempt in Turkey, the “The July 15 Treacherous Coup Attempt Through the Eyes of Photojournalists" photo exhibit has opened at the Grand National Assembly.
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President Trump’s Position on Imposing Sanctions on Turkey Remains Unclear-
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After seemingly contradictory statements last week from President Trump, tensions over the potential sanctions on Turkey continue to rise.
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NATO Exercises Conclude in Norwegian Sea
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Nine allied nations completed an anti-submarine exercise in the Norwegian Sea as a part of Dynamic Mongoose.
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Mark Esper, Nominee for Defense Secretary, Comments on S-400 and F-35s
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Last week, Mark Esper, President Trump’s nominee for Defense Secretary, reiterates the incompatibility of the Russian S-400 and American F-35s and impossibility of Turkey having both systems.
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Turkish Foreign Minister, Mevlut Cavusoglu Threatens Retaliation in Response to Sanctions
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Turkish Foriegn Minister, Mevlut Cavusoglu confirmed early this week that in response to the U.S. imposing sanctions, Turkey retaliate.
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Secretary General, Jens Stoltenberg, Discusses NATO’s Deterrence Capabilities
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General, Jens Stoltenberg, explained in an interview last week that NATO country alliances are the largest form of deterrence.
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Resolution Introduced to Officially Condemn Turkey-Russian Dealings
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Senator Rick Scott and Senator Todd Young introduced a resolution that contains dialogue officially condemning the S-400 deal between Turkey and Russia as well as addresses NATO concerns with Turkey.
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U.S. and Turkey Discuss Future of Turkey’s Involvement in F-35 Program
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Last week the U.S. released a statement declaring that they were removing Turkey from the F-35 program following their acquisition of the S-400.
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NATO Chief Weighs in on Turkey’s NATO Role
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In a TRT World Interview, Secretary General of NATO explained Turkey’s role in the NATO alliance.
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Micro Loans Impact On Women’s Lives in Turkey
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Turkish Foundation for Waste Reduction (TİSVA) and Care International have started a micro loan program aimed at helping Syrian and Turkish women start small businesses.
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THIS WEEK'S FEATURED EVENTS AND INDIVIDUALS
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TURKISH-AMERICAN SUCCESS STORY
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Dr. Vamık Volkan, is a four-time nominee for the Nobel Peace Prize. Dr. Volkan, a Turkish-American, is internationally known for his 40 years work bringing together conflictual groups for dialogue and mutual understanding.Among his many other honors, he is the president emeritus of International Dialogue Initiative (IDI).
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EXCLUSIVE INSIGHT HIGHLIGHTS
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Be sure to stay tuned as we release all new Exclusive Insight Interviews on our social media pages and website.
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This week we are featuring Colonel Richard Outzen, Senior Military Adviser at the U.S. State Department. Read more on our
website
this week!
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