August 19 to August 26, 2019
THO Weekly Review
The Latest in U.S.-Turkey Relations
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THO ENGAGEMENT AND PROJECTS
THO has officially launched the 2019-2020 Non-Resident Fellowship Program. Learn more about the program and apply now: https://www.turkheritage.org/en/about-us/nonresident-fellowship

Do you enjoy a fast-paced work environment, learning more about foreign policy and the U.S.-Turkish relationship? Learn how you can join our team for internship opportunities here: https://www.turkheritage.org/en/about-us/careers/fall-2019-internship
THO PUBLICATIONS
Read more on the timeline of Turkey's acquisition of the Russian S-400 and impact on U.S.-Turkey relations in our latest factsheet: https://www.turkheritage.org/en/publications/factsheets/security/the-impact-of-turkeys-acquisition-of-the-s-400-russian-missile-defense-system-on-us-turkey-relations-7206
U.S.-TURKEY NEWS
Syrian Safe Zone Work Begins With the US and Turkey

Turkish Defense Minister shared that both US and Turkish officials have begun work on a Syrian safe zone along the northeastern border.
Turkey "Resolutely" Continues Drilling in Eastern Mediterranean

According to Turkish President, Turkey will continue drilling for hydrocarbons in Eastern Mediterranean.

Turkey and US Agree on First Phase Launch of Syria Safe-Zone

The first phase of the Syrian safe zone development has launched this week to include patrols of both US and Turkish soldiers.
US Patriot Missile System Offer Formally Pulled

The US has officially withdrawn the offer for Turkey's purchase of the US Patriot missile system.
Turkey Helping Syrian Refugees

The Turkish government discusses providing millions of Syrians with health care and education and the refugee crisis in Turkey following reports of major deportations.
WHAT WE'RE READING
A LIST OF ARTICLES THO STAFF IS READING THIS WEEK
Turkey’s Patriot Offer Dead After S-400 Delivery

Syrian Army Takes Over Rebel-Held Northwest Town

Readout of Secretary of Defense Mark T. Esper's Phone Call With Turkish Minister of National Defense Hulusi Akar

State Department Spokesperson Morgan Ortagus on the Turkish Convoy Attack

US Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross Will Visit Turkey with Delegation this Month
UPCOMING SEPTEMBER MEETINGS
  • US Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross Will Visit Turkey with Delegation this Coming Month
  • President Trump and President Erdogan Will Meet on Sidelines of United Nations General Assembly Meeting Third Week in September
PROFILE OF THE WEEK
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TURKISH AMERICAN SUCCESS STORY
Solita Marcelli is a Turkish-American managing director and global head of fixed income, currencies, and commodities (FICC) for Global Wealth Management at J.P. Morgan. Marcelli works with clients all over the U.S., Latin America, Asia, Europe, Middle East, and Africa. Marcelli grew up in Istanbul, Turkey and now lives in New York. She graduated from the Stern School of Business at New York University and is a Fellow of the 2018 class of the Finance Leaders Fellowship and a member of the Aspen Global Leadership Network.
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