Turkey

A deal to enlarge the West's main defence pact and another to sell F-16s to Turkey are blocking each other. Meanwhile, Israel's war on Gaza further complicates diplomacy.

The leader of the Turkish Republic of North Cyprus tells Al Majalla what is in the way of negotiations resuming over the island's future, blaming the "mindset" of Greek Cypriots and a lack of equality

Founded in secularism, this strong republic faces further change. Religious groups are rising, it has joined NATO but not the EU, and has yet to resolve the Kurdish question. This is its story so far.

Amid an emotional response to the ongoing conflict, Turks rally behind Palestine while calling for mediation and regional unity.

Erdoğan must carefully weigh his supporters' deep emotions toward the Palestinian cause with the realpolitik benefits of improved relations with Israel.

As tensions boil over after a YPG-linked terrorist attack in Ankara, Turkey ramps up attacks on the PKK. The US has stood by its YPG allies, coming close to direct confrontation with its NATO ally.

Increased cross-border operations have followed an attack claimed by the PKK in Ankara as frustration grows over the seeming unwillingness of allies to admit links and act accordingly

The world's inability to solve the island's complex problems means there are two names for its main metropolis. On the Turkish side, Lefkoşa blends heritage with modern development.

After almost three decades, Azerbaijan has restored its sovereignty over Karabakh. More than half of 120,000 or so Armenians have already left and many more are expected to follow.

A stubborn lack of international recognition for the Turkish Republic in the island's north has held it back for decades. This is its story – and it shows that it is high time for change.