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Zeyyat Bandeoğlu

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Academic in Security Studies | PhD in National and International Security Strategies (Turkish War Colleges) | MA in European Studies (UBC) | BA in Public Administration (Istanbul University, Turkey) | Diyarbakır native & Galatasaray Fan.

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Zeyyat Bandeoğlu @zeyyatbandeoglu.bsky.social · Dec 9

#Syrians have a right to celebrate the fall of the #Assad regime. However, this joy may be short-lived due to the potential for internal struggles and conflicts among armed groups, along with various religious and ethnic factions. Such divisions could lead #Syria into prolonged chaos, similar to

Zeyyat Bandeoğlu @zeyyatbandeoglu.bsky.social · Dec 5

The end of the #Assad regime seems nearer after the recent capture of #Hama by #Syrian rebel forces, following their takeover of Aleppo. However, #Syria could become another #Libya, where different factions fight for power.

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Mark Carney @mark-carney.bsky.social · 20d

Today, Canada recognises the State of Palestine.

My statement: www.pm.gc.ca/en/news/stat...

Quote graphic featuring the following quote from Prime Minister Carney’s statement on Canada’s recognition of Palestine: “Canada recognises the State of Palestine and offers our partnership in building the promise of a peaceful future for both the State of Palestine and the State of Israel.”

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Zeyyat Bandeoğlu @zeyyatbandeoglu.bsky.social · Jun 30

Türkiye is ‘key’ on new road to peace in Middle East: US envoy

www.aa.com.tr/en/americas/...

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Zeyyat Bandeoğlu @zeyyatbandeoglu.bsky.social · May 20

Rubio warns Syria could be weeks away from 'full-scale civil war'
www.bbc.com/news/article...

Zeyyat Bandeoğlu @zeyyatbandeoglu.bsky.social · May 18

The growing influence of Saudi Arabia and the Gulf monarchies over al-Sharaa—who adheres to a Salafi ideology—is not in Turkey’s strategic interest. Yet Erdoğan appears indifferent.

Zeyyat Bandeoğlu @zeyyatbandeoglu.bsky.social · May 18

❗Turkey should be wary of Ahmed al-Sharaa’s growing international recognition, especially given that HTS under his leadership has previously targeted Turkish-backed groups in Assad’s Syria. De facto or de jure Kurdish autonomy in Syria offers several strategic advantages for Turkey—chief among them,

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Zeyyat Bandeoğlu @zeyyatbandeoglu.bsky.social · May 18

❗its potential to serve as leverage against Damascus, much like the KRG has been used against Baghdad.

Zeyyat Bandeoğlu @zeyyatbandeoglu.bsky.social · May 18

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Zeyyat Bandeoğlu @zeyyatbandeoglu.bsky.social · May 12

Kurdish Militant Group PKK to End Four-Decade Conflict With Turkey
www.wsj.com/world/middle...

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Zeyyat Bandeoğlu @zeyyatbandeoglu.bsky.social · May 2

China Eyes Syria as Next Frontier for Strategic Investment
slguardian.org/china-eyes-s...

Zeyyat Bandeoğlu @zeyyatbandeoglu.bsky.social · Apr 24

Turkey, meanwhile, remains and will remain a constant presence, ready to assert its influence whether Damascus leans East or West.
www.nytimes.com/2025/04/23/w...

Syria’s Jihadist-Turned-President Seeks New Allies

In an interview with The New York Times, President Ahmed al-Shara urged the United States to lift sanctions and alluded to the possibility of future military support from Russia and Turkey.

www.nytimes.com

Zeyyat Bandeoğlu @zeyyatbandeoglu.bsky.social · Apr 24

Al-Sharaa’s message is clear: if the West refuses to lift sanctions, provide financial aid, deter Israeli aggression, and support Syria’s reconstruction, his government will have no choice but to turn to Russia — and potentially even CHINA — to fill the vacuum.

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Zeyyat Bandeoğlu @zeyyatbandeoglu.bsky.social · Apr 21

I’m deeply saddened by the passing of Pope Francis. My heartfelt condolences to the Catholic community and all of humanity. He was the Pope of the poor, of refugees, of justice, of love, and of peace. A true champion of interfaith dialogue. May God grant him the highest place in heaven.

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Dr Robert Muller @robertmuller.bsky.social · Apr 11

A sizzling hot Stater Pack full of great people and organisations on security studies and international relations

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#natsec #internationalrelations #IR #securitystudies #security #military #politics #polsky #politicssky

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Zeyyat Bandeoğlu @zeyyatbandeoglu.bsky.social · Mar 11

Kurdish-led SDF agrees to integrate with Syrian government forces
www.bbc.com/news/article...

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Zeyyat Bandeoğlu @zeyyatbandeoglu.bsky.social · Mar 8

"More than 500 people have been killed in fighting between forces of the new government and remnants of the ousted regime, according to a war monitor, which said more than 300 were civilians."
www.nytimes.com/2025/03/08/w...

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Zeyyat Bandeoğlu @zeyyatbandeoglu.bsky.social · Feb 28

Today, after the discussion involving Zelenskyy, Trump, and Vance, it is evident that the U.S. has increasingly taken on the characteristics of a tribal state.

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Zeyyat Bandeoğlu @zeyyatbandeoglu.bsky.social · Feb 13

Trump's plan to move Palestinians out of Gaza may be accepted by Jordan, but Egypt's Sisi is likely to be adamantly against it because it might lead to a coup attempt and jeopardize his hold on power.

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Zeyyat Bandeoğlu @zeyyatbandeoglu.bsky.social · Feb 5

Defense Department drafting plans to withdraw all U.S. troops from Syria after recent Trump comments www.nbcnews.com/politics/nat...

Defense Department drafting plans to withdraw all U.S. troops from Syria after recent Trump comments

Trump and officials close to him expressed interest in pulling all U.S. troops out of Syria, prompting the Pentagon to draw up plans for a full withdrawal in 30, 60 or 90 days.

www.nbcnews.com

Zeyyat Bandeoğlu @zeyyatbandeoglu.bsky.social · Jan 30

The Russia-Iran Coalition Deepens👇
www.understandingwar.org/backgrounder...

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Zeyyat Bandeoğlu @zeyyatbandeoglu.bsky.social · Jan 29

#Trump intends to withdraw US troops from Syria: Israeli media
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www.aa.com.tr/en/americas/...

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Zeyyat Bandeoğlu @zeyyatbandeoglu.bsky.social · Dec 19

#Syria-Xinjiang link: #China warns leaders in #Damascus not to threaten security elsewhere
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www.scmp.com/news/china/d...

Zeyyat Bandeoğlu @zeyyatbandeoglu.bsky.social · Dec 18

UN envoy warns Syria’s war ‘has not ended yet’ as US says truce extended www.aljazeera.com/amp/news/202...

Zeyyat Bandeoğlu @zeyyatbandeoglu.bsky.social · Dec 17

#Trump says #Turkey holds the key to #Syria 's future
www.reuters.com/world/middle...

Zeyyat Bandeoğlu @zeyyatbandeoglu.bsky.social · Dec 17

Salafi ideology is not confined to a specific region.

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Zeyyat Bandeoğlu @zeyyatbandeoglu.bsky.social · Dec 17

c- with its territorial integrity and ambitions for global dominance.

Zeyyat Bandeoğlu @zeyyatbandeoglu.bsky.social · Dec 17

b- the formation of new republics and facilitating the "second collapse" of the federation.
In #China, these groups may exploit anger among the #Uyghurs, promoting militancy and independence. This scenario jeopardizes China's Belt and Road Initiative endeavours in Central Asia, along with

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