Author: Muhammet Ali Zurnacı
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Trump’s Nuclear Surge
“The Trump administration’s recent push for nuclear energy marks a significant escalation in U.S. government support for the sector, driven largely by surging electricity demand from AI data centers, national security needs, and a broader energy independence agenda. These initiatives, announced primarily in late October and early November 2025, involve direct government commitments, international trade…
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UAE Takes Over Syria’s Tartus Port
On November 12, 2025, UAE-based global ports operator DP World officially commenced operations at Syria’s Tartus Port, marking the full handover of control from the Syrian General Authority for Land and Sea Ports. This step represents the culmination of a major 30-year concession agreement signed in July 2025, backed by an $800 million investment commitment.…
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Russia Offers Talks in Istanbul
Russia says it is ready to resume talks with Ukraine in Istanbul. what is your most up-to-date and in depth assessment? UA-01, Ukraine Agent: Here is my in‑depth assessment of the announcement by Istanbul‑based talks between Ukraine and Russia — from the vantage point of strategic credibility, Ukrainian interests and broader geopolitical signalling. What we…
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Venezuela Plans Guerrilla Defense
Venezuela is reportedly preparing a guerrilla-style defense in the event of a U.S. attack, admitting that its armed forces are under-equipped and poorly paid. The plan would disperse small units across the country to carry out sabotage against invading forces and could include measures to provoke disorder in Caracas, aiming to render the state ungovernable.…
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Syria Recalibrates Russia Ties
Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa to Washington Post: “We were at war with Russia for 10 years, and it was a long, difficult war. They announced several times that they had killed me. We need Russia because it is a permanent member of the UN Security Council. We need its vote on some issues, and we…