Broad election reforms could be on agenda as Turkey PM to give proposal for “democratization”
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.
Good News From Iraq as Kurdish Democracy Growing
Kurdish democracy growing to represent an actual positive outcome from America’s War in Iraq
Syria Kurds Need Help From Democratic World
Syria Kurds need help caught between ruthless dictator, islamist rebels and rival in Turkey
Turkey’s Position on American Role During Syria Conflict
Modern Turkey remains caught between chaos of its neighbors and need for pluralistic society as shown in its hesitant support for any American role during Syria conflict
Turbulent Nation Could Elect First Gay Turkey Mayor
Conservative nation is changing rapidly as shown by campaign of activist seeking to be elected as first gay Turkey mayor in recent history at least
Analysis of Syria Vote by Noted Academics
Wikinews interviews Scott Lucas, Eyal Zisser, Majid Raizadeh about military intervention and their professional analysis of Syria
Syria Refugees Pouring Into Iraq’s Anbar and Kurdistan
In dramatic turn, Syria refugees pouring into Iraq only years after the flow had gone other way
New Clashes Between Protesters and Turkey Police
Protesters and Turkey police continue to clash in capital. Protesters attempt to Occupy Turkey’s central Taksim Square as police attempt to block access
Turkey Protesters in New Clashes With Police
Turkey protesters in new clashes with police as Occupy movement refuses to dissipate
Occupy Turkey Turmoil Continues to Split Country
Update on Occupy Turkey Turmoil as government continues heavy handed response to peaceful protest