Günöl Tol

Günöl Tol, founding director of the Middle East Institute’s Turkish studies program, and Diego Cupolo, editor in chief of Turkey Recap, delve into Turkey's tumultuous political landscape. They discuss the recent arrest of opposition leader Ekrem İmamoğlu and its implications for democracy. The conversation touches on Erdogan's shifting stance toward the Kurdish movement and the fragile peace process. They also explore international reactions to Turkey's authoritarian trends and the brave efforts of citizens striving for democratic change amid rising autocracy.