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Turkish Armed Forces Reform Proposal: Abolition Of The Gendarmerie And Re-Establishment Of The Redif Organization
Abolishing the Gendarmerie Organization and re-establishing a modern reserve army could provide both military and societal benefits for the Turkish Armed Forces. This reform would enhance preparedness against global security vulnerabilities and war risks while strengthening societal resilience by increasing military consciousness. Examples from Central European countries, such as Switzerland, Finland, and Austria, demonstrate the feasibility of this model. By adapting these experiences to its own conditions, Turkey can create a modern and dynamic reserve army system. This reform would enhance the TSK’s operational capacity while revitalizing society’s commitment to national defense.
What Will Iran’s Future Look Like in Light of the 2025–26 Iran Protests?
The protests in Iran, which began as a reaction to economic problems and later evolved into demands for regime change, are considered to be a harbinger of a process that may alter Iran’s future. It should not be forgotten that this transformation may create both risks and opportunities for Türkiye. Although the process initiated by the protests may not immediately change Iran’s structure, Türkiye must begin preparing now by considering the possibility that such a transformation could one day occur, in order to protect both its own interests and the security of its kin communities in the region.
Tit for Tat: Collapse in the East of the Euphrates and a New Era in Syria
As of this writing, the four-day period granted by Damascus to the YPG has not yet expired. According to open-source data, militants from both Northern Iraq and PJAK in Iran are descending into the Hasakah region to prepare for its defense. This indicates they have not yet accepted the implementation of the agreement. Conversely, open sources show that Damascus is also massing troops in the region. Given that the YPG no longer has a land route to send militants to Kobani, there are serious signs that blood will be shed primarily for Hasakah and Qamishli. In the Middle East, the days change, but war never changes.
What Should Be Türkiye’s Grand Strategy in the Event of a Romania-Moldova Unification?
Although the unification of Romania and Moldova has been attempted in the past and is widely debated today, there is no definitive certainty regarding its realization. Taking advantage of Russia’s preoccupation with the Ukraine war to initiate efforts in this direction would be a rational move. In the event of unification, Gagauzia’s right to independence under the 1994 law holds significance not only for Gagauz Turks, but also for Türkiye and the broader Turkic world. Türkiye must fulfill its historical responsibility on this issue and begin preparations now, recognizing that even if unification remains rhetoric for the moment, the region may one day become independent.
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TAC Foresight 2026 POTENTIAL SECURITY THREATS IN THE WORLD IN 2026 AND NATO’S STANCE
TAC Foresight 2026 examines the major security threats that may shape the international system in 2026 and evaluates NATO’s likely strategic posture in response. It highlights rising geopolitical competition, hybrid threats, regional instability, cyber risks, and the growing pressure on allied deterrence, resilience, and collective defense.
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