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WHAT'S NEXT?: Uncertainties over Turkey's eventual political position abound. With EU decisions in doubt, recent crackdown on opposition parties causing concerns, and being embroiled in complex Middle East politics and fighting terrorism on its borders and internally, which way will she swing?

• [New] Turkey and Israel have now established a communications channel in Syria, brokered by the United States, to reduce the risk of accidental clashes as both sides expand their military footprints there. Foreign Affairs Magazine
• [New] A new report by Turkey's Interior Ministry has highlighted growing concerns over online incel communities and their potential impact on children and adolescents, warning that some digital spaces are fostering misogyny, anger-driven rhetoric and violent ideologies. hurriyetdailynews.com
• [New] Turkey will protect the existence of the TRNC, will not tie its legitimate interests in the Eastern Mediterranean to the approval of others, and will not allow the legal balance in the Aegean to be eroded. Daily Sabah
• [New] The Bosphorus Re cat bond brings investors an opportunity to diversify their portfolios in the form of Turkish earthquake risk. Artemis.bm - The Catastrophe Bond, Insurance Linked Sec
• [New] Further growth in Turkey will see its total having topped 27 GW by then, while South Africa's, Egypt's and Morocco's end-2032 totals are forecast at 10.3GW, 11.9 GW and 6.8 GW respectively. Windpower Monthly
• [New] By 2035, Turkey forecasts that it will have a capacity of 120 GW coming from wind and solar energy. The Maritime Executive
• [New] A full member Turkey might lose a fraction of its young and talented people to the other EU countries. Turkiye Today
• [New] Thirdly, Turkey, as a non-EU NATO country, would like to join the common EU defence framework, which might one day play a much bigger role in European defence. Turkiye Today
• [New] Autoliv has confirmed plans to gradually discontinue its manufacturing operations in Turkey, with the complete closure of production of steering wheels, airbags and seatbelts anticipated in the first half of 2028. Automotive World
• [New] There could be more structured Turkish participation in the European security architecture and more sustainable, values-based cooperation in areas such as migration, connectivity, energy security and critical raw materials. CEPS
• [New] Turkey is closing a critical sensor gap that previously required foreign procurement, and likely positions the platform as a credible low-observable threat to adversaries relying solely on radar warning receivers for situational awareness. Drone Warfare
• [New] Turkey is consolidating a sovereign, exportable submarine warfare capability that could reshape naval modernization procurement decisions among NATO partners and non-aligned regional navies. Drone Warfare
• [New] Growing travel budgets paired with strong repeat intent reframes Turkey's commercial opportunity. Simon Kucher
• [New] More than 60% of Gen Z and Millennials already use AI tools to plan their trips - and Turkey-bound travelers do so at rates that exceed global averages. Simon Kucher
• [New] The National Water Plan (2026-2035) has just been announced and officially entered into force. / Turkey LinkedIn
• [New] Health and Wellness Tourism: With a rising interest in spa resorts and wellness centers, Turkey's Pamukkale hot springs and resorts in Antalya and Bodrum are expected to attract Chinese visitors seeking relaxation and rejuvenation. Travel And Tour World
• [New] There is Turkey's sticky inflation, which is expected to reach 25% in 2026, and a widening trade deficit. Middle East Eye

Last updated: 18 May 2026