The Mask of Neo-Ottomanism and European Myopia Every time Turkiye and its foreign policy are discussed in Europe, an exotic, appealing, and functional expression often appears in headlines: “neo-Ottomanism.” The term evokes a supposed ideology of restoring the Ottoman Empire recently attributed to the government of Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, especially to describe his aggressive strategy […]
71 Years of Geneva Agreement: A Milestone in Vietnam’s Quest for Independence By: Muhammad Ali Pasha Signing the Geneva Agreement on the Cessation of Hostilities in Vietnam seventy one years ago, the struggle for national freedom and reunification of Vietnam underwent a turning point.Reflecting the intellectual, artistic, and diplomatic influence of President Hồ Chí Minh, […]
Putin Challenges Zelensky’s Legitimacy and Casts Doubt on Any Negotiations Bruxelles Korner / Kadir Duran The war in Ukraine is being fought not only on the battlefield but also on the terrain of political and legal legitimacy. Vladimir Putin has used a recent public statement to remind the world that, according to the Ukrainian Constitution, […]
Photo credit: President.az Following the visit of Gurbanguly Berdimuhamedow, Chairman of the Halk Maslakhaty of Turkmenistan, to Azerbaijan on July 16, 2025, Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev arrived in Turkmenistan for a working visit on the morning of Friday, August 22, 2025. Photo credit: President.az President of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev arrived in Turkmenistan […]
According to the Turkmenistan’s MFA, on August 20, 2025, the eleventh round of annual bilateral political consultations between Turkmenistan and the United States of America was held in Washington. Secretary of State of the USA, Marco Rubio, wrote on X: “Welcomed Turkmenistan Foreign Minister Meredov to the @StateDept today. I conveyed that the U.S. intends […]
Uzbekistan is a land that has experienced one of the greatest Renaissances in history. This is why President Sh. Mirziyoyev said, “ We set ourselves the main goal of creating a new ‘Renaissance’ in Uzbekistan through large-scale democratic changes, including educational reforms, i.e., the foundation of the Third Renaissance” (President.uz) . Indeed, when one reads […]
In the year 980, on a cool morning in a small village near Bukhara, Abu Ali al-Husayn ibn Abdullah ibn Sina, later known as Avicenna, was born. He would become not only one of the most influential scholars of his own era but also a thinker whose legacy shaped the trajectory of medical science and philosophy […]
Definition and Conceptual Background Aggression is broadly defined as behavior intended to inflict physical or psychological harm on another individual.[1] Research in psychology, neuroscience, and sociology has consistently demonstrated that aggression is shaped by both biological and environmental determinants. This article reviews the current literature by addressing the biological and environmental foundations of aggression, followed by […]
Magtymguly Pyragy: The Voice of Identity and Nationalism in Turkmen Art Author: Meryem Hojayeva Every artist’s journey begins with the question “Who am I?” Some try to answer this question through their individuality, others through their identity… The question is always the same, but the answers differ. When asked through individuality, “Who am I?” finds […]
Ashgabat – The Capital of Beauty, Peace, and Progress By Ms. Fatima Tuz Zehra Editor-In-Chief of “The Gulf Observer” March 28th 2025 brought me to Ashgabat for a distinguished conference in the recently built Arkadag city. The architectural masterpieces in Ashgabat made a deep impact on everyone who saw them during their first encounter. The […]
The Great Shift East: Why Australians Are Flocking to Mongolia and Central Asia in 2025 In early to mid-2025, the Australian outbound tourism market is showing a sharp increase in interest in non-trivial destinations in Eurasia—Mongolia and Central Asian countries (Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Tajikistan). According to industry media and tour operators, bookings in the region […]
“The Gulf Observer” Adds Romanian Language Option, Inaugurated by H.E. Dan Stoenescu Islamabad, 18/08/2025 The Gulf Observer (Partner of EUReflect) Pakistan’s first digital media house, known for its multilingual news service in eight global languages, has officially launched its Romanian language option to enhance news accessibility worldwide. The launch ceremony, held with a symbolic button-click […]
Cooperation for a Strong Africa: Messages from the 45th SADC Summit in Antananarivo On 17 August 2025, the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Summit convened in Antananarivo, Madagascar, offering a strong vision for the continent’s future. Leaders from 16 countries declared that Africa will no longer rely on external aid but will instead draw upon […]
A New Architecture of Power: Pakistan’s Inclusion in the Organization of Turkic States and Global Transformation The friendship between the Organization of Turkic States (OTS) and Pakistan goes far beyond superficial political relations; it is deeply rooted in shared history, culture, faith, and mutual geopolitical interests. This bond forms not just a closeness between peoples, […]
International Political Economy has been shaping global relations. There is a strong connection between politics and economics.Some political moves cause devastation, and sometimes economic discussions lead to havoc. However, this is how the International Political Economy has shaped the world. The contemporary debate on tariffs helps us draw a parallel with the Smoot-Hawley Tariff Act […]
Samarkand, often described as the ‘Crossroads of Cultures,’ is one of the most iconic cities in Central Asia. Founded over 2,500 years ago, the city rose to prominence during the reign of Amir Timur (Tamerlane) in the 14th century, when it became the capital of the Timurid Empire. Under Timur’s patronage, Samarkand flourished as a […]
Pakistan Devastated by Torrential Rains: Over 200 Dead in 24 Hours Peshawar – Unprecedented monsoon rains, cloudbursts, and landslides have wreaked havoc across northern Pakistan, claiming more than 200 lives in just 24 hours, officials confirmed Friday. Survivors described the disaster as “doomsday-like,” with entire communities swept away, homes destroyed, and families lost in moments. According […]
Since coming to power, the President of Azerbaijan, His Excellency Ilham Heydar oghlu Aliyev, has always talked about peace and emphasized that peace and stability must be the foundation for the prosperity in the Caucasus. His long-standing vision came true on August 8, 2025, when a historic peace agreement was signed between Azerbaijan and Armenia […]
Is Your Child Unable to Leave Their Device? Experts Warn About Digital Addiction! Children use digital gadgets such as tablets and smartphones more often than any other tool because they offer a fun activity. Educator and author Dr. Feyyaz Öztop warned parents that children’s unregulated and unconscious device use can lead to digital addiction. Dr. […]
The European Union has strongly denounced the killing of five journalists affiliated with the Qatari news outlet Al Jazeera, who were struck during an Israeli air raid in Gaza. Following a virtual meeting of EU foreign ministers, High Representative Kaja Kallas posted on X: “The EU condemns the killing of five Al Jazeera journalists in […]