The Evolution of Erdogan
Erdogan in Charge

PM resigns, confirming—if anyone had any doubts left—who is really the boss in Ankara.

The Syrian Civil War
Airstrike on Syrian Refugee Camp Kills 28

Russian-Assad policy of “migratory genocide” continues apace.

Col. Klink and Sgt. Schultz
Poisoning in German Airport Dispute

Berlin-Brandenburg airport scandal takes a turn toward attempted murder.

The Middle East Aflame
ISIS Attacks Mecca

Four alleged ISIS fighters dead amid shooting and explosions.

After Dublin
A Quota by Any Other Name

A system to redistribute refugees advances in Brussels.

The European Immigration Crisis
Let the Shakedowns Begin

Niger asks EU for €1bn to help stop immigration crisis. This is not going to be the last such request…

EU and What Army?
German Army Has to Leave NATO Exercises Early Because of Overtime Rules

Meanwhile, Germany releases white paper calling for the accelerated formation of a pan-EU army.

Unlikely Bedfellows
Egypt, Israel, and Hamas All Turn on ISIS in the Sinai

An unusual de facto coalition tries to staunch terror group’s advances.

The Syrian Civil War
Turkey: Syrian Refugees May Be Staying

With no good end to the Syrian Civil War in sight, refugees may be putting down roots—which means Turkey faces a daunting task.

Crisis in the Middle East
The Arab Implosion Continues

From the temporary takeover of the Green Zone to another shipwreck off Libya, the Arab world continues to fall apart.

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