Historic mass atrocity and its modern diplomatic reverberations
The opposition-chaired CHP leadership has faced a court-ordered reshuffle, while Ozgur Ozel signals plans to form a new party after ongoing legal proceedings. Analysts warn the turmoil could intensify Erdogan’s grip ahead of 2028 elections amid a broader crackdown that has triggered market jitters and rights concerns.
Israel has moved to recognise the Armenian genocide in a cabinet-backed proposal, a measure that still requires Knesset ratification. The move comes as Israel-Turkey ties deteriorate over Israel’s Gaza war, with commentators calling it a cynical bid to pressure Ankara. Several European and regional voices have weighed in on the implications for regional diplomacy.