Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan has been declared Turkey’s First President since the country changed from a system which the President was elected by Turkey’s Parliament to a more democratic system which was passed through a referendum in 2010.
Turkey articles on Democracy Chronicles
News about the struggle for democracy in Turkey. Regional turmoil and ongoing repression of the Kurdish minority remain contentious challenges. Occupy Turkey protests challenged the government in 2013. Also take a look at our articles on Occupy Turkey.
Era of Erdogan Turkey Presidency Begins
Uncertain future of Erdogan Turkey Presidency to be key determinate of regional and world peace
Iraqi Kurds See Independence Vote as Months Away
Leadership of Iraqi Kurds see independence as increasingly likely as central government weakens
Police Turn Violent on Anniversary of Turkey Protest
Clashes in Istanbul resume on anniversary of Turkey protest that has polarized changing nation
Blocking Youtube and Twitter? Not a Big Deal
I spent hours everyday online. All of a sudden, the Chinese government was blocking YouTube. That content could not be found on any websites within the Great Firewall. I was depressed for a while, until I learnt the magic of VPN.
Why Turkey Blocked Access to Twitter and YouTube
In a statement released on Twitter, officials went onto say “We expect the government to restore access to twitter immediately so that its citizens can continue an open online dialogue ahead of the elections.” Elections take place in Turkey, today.
Local Vote Tests Turkey’s Fragile Democracy
PM Erdogan denounces opponents in characteristic attack as local vote tests Turkey
Turkey Bans YouTube as War Drums Beat Over Syria
Extremely risky political situation with Syria conflict flaring as Turkey bans YouTube
Turkey’s Twitter Users Fight Back on Censorship
Major protest of Turkey’s Twitter users is gaining support from world community of Tweeters
Turkey to Shut Twitter as PM Warns Opposition
PM warns international community to stay out as he warns that Turkey to shut Twitter