CAN NATO CONTAIN TÜRKIYE’S IDEOLOGICAL EXPANSION?

Examining Türkiye’s shift from secularism to Neo-Ottomanism

My article on the topic of Türkiye’s shift from secularism to Neo-Ottomanism and its expansionary strategic interests in the Balkans has been published in the Defence Horizon Journal.

Türkiye’s geopolitical stance is evolving, particularly due to its embrace of Neo-Ottomanism. It potentially causes repercussions within the NATO alliance and could affect the Balkans. Several symbolic actions, like the reconversion of Hagia Sophia, Türkiye’s reluctance towards Sweden’s NATO application, and Erdogan’s nationalist rhetoric, seem to signify a pivot towards Neo-Ottomanism.

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