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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 will always stand by the people of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus. Daily Sabah
• [New] A massive environmental disaster ensued due to a fire that raged for 27 days, underscoring the potential danger Turkey could face in a similar scenario. Daily Sabah
• [New] Turkey could emerge as a more prominent actor in energy trade during a period when insecurities in energy routes have accelerated the search for alternatives. Daily Sabah
• [New] 20 to 35% more American patients will go to Turkey for care through 2028. The National Law Review
• [New] Brazil, China, India, Kenya, Indonesia, South Africa, Saudi Arabia, Turkey and the UAE have shown their willingness to provide ideas that could support eventual negotiations between Russia and Ukraine. CEBRI Revista
• [New] The most successful Indian manufacturers will have an eye on rapid expansion into worldwide markets as patents expire in China, Brazil, Turkey and South Africa later in 2026. Chemistry World
• [New] Within days of the U.S.-Israeli strikes, an Iranian drone hit a UK Royal Air Force base in Cyprus, prompting coordinated European deployments; NATO intercepted missiles over Turkey, while European officials warned of rising terrorism risks and renewed refugee pressures. Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
• [New] Turkey plans a 2026 electricity price review to address fiscal strain and inflation driven by energy import costs (3.5-4.5% of GDP) and volatile oil prices. Ainvest
• [New] Experts highlight that a 10% rise in oil prices could add 1.1 percentage points to Turkey's consumer inflation because of its total dependence on imported oil. Bitget Exchange
• [New] Turkey's location, naval modernization, and regional ambitions ensure that it will remain a pivotal actor in the Black Sea. Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
• [New] COP 31 will take place in Antalya, Turkey, under an unusual dual-presidency arrangement: Turkey will host and lead politically, while Australia presides over negotiations and holds a pre-COP in the Pacific. EN Integrity Next
• [New] The monthlong conflict and developments in Gaza have weakened the terrorist group's connection to Tehran, offering Washington an opportunity to achieve its goals by working through Qatar and Turkey as well as Egypt. The Washington Institute
• [New] The government signals that domestic fragmentation, social unrest or renewed violence would pose not only security threats but also strategic vulnerabilities, especially as Turkey's nearby region becomes more unstable and militarized. Daily Sabah
• [New] 5G is expected to accelerate Turkey's digital transformation, increasing production, service quality, and global competitiveness. Daily Sabah
• [New] Amid a Hamas shift toward the Muslim Brotherhood, Qatar and Turkey will no longer be able to rely on their narrative from the war years and even afterward. The Washington Institute
• [New] Strengthening Turkey's climate policy framework could significantly reduce its CBAM exposure. gmfus

Last updated: 13 April 2026