New geopolitical realities have highlighted the divide between European and Arab powers on the Syrian file. However, a common reference that can serve as a new starting point already exists.

Over the past century, several factors have contributed to the migration of Assyrians from their historic homeland. Rustum Mahmud highlights the five distinct stages of this displacement.

Despite the surge in nationalist rhetoric, Kılıçdaroğlu won the majority in 12 out of 15 Kurdish-majority provinces, demonstrating the Kurds' determination to oust Erdogan

The willingness of the Ukrainians to strike targets inside Russia represents a significant challenge for Putin, who claimed the war on Ukraine was to 'secure Russia's borders'

Iraq and Turkey share an extremely important strategic relationship, but multiple unresolved issues continue to create friction between the two

The Turkish president who has managed to extend his two-decade rule will continue to face friction with Syria while attempting to repair soured relations with Egypt

Israel has consistently managed to subdue all forms of resistance, whether peaceful or military, but this doesn't mean Palestinians should give up. A different approach could make a difference.

Syrian refugees say that up until two years ago Turkey had been very welcoming until racist rhetoric began being used which has led to killings and hate crimes against them

Near-complete results showed Erdogan beating secular opposition challenger Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu by four percentage points

The de-escalation trend being driven by Arab states is undoubtedly an encouraging development for the region, but until the underlying root causes of instability are resolved, crises will continue.