Sinan Ciddi

Sinan Ciddi and Melissa Sacks discuss Hamas in Turkey, the complex trade relationships with Israel, and the extensive Hamas network in Turkey involving real estate and financial transactions. They explore Treasury designations, the importance of financial figures, security concerns, and potential scenarios regarding leadership changes in Turkey.

Sinan Ciddi, Director of FDD's Turkey Program, shares his insights on Turkey's complex internal challenges and its evolving international role. He discusses the political turmoil in Turkey, including the implications of opposition figure imprisonments and authoritarian tactics by Erdogan. The conversation also touches on Turkey's shifting relationship with Israel and the geopolitical significance of recent defense developments, like potential F-35 sales, highlighting the intricate dynamics shaping the Middle East.

Sinan Ciddi, a non-resident senior fellow at FDD and an associate professor at the Marine Corps University, sheds light on Turkey's complex identity and political landscape. He discusses Erdogan's shift from promising democratic reforms to embracing authoritarianism, highlighting public dissatisfaction and rising opposition. Ciddi delves into Turkey's historical tensions, particularly the Armenian genocide, and examines contemporary geopolitical dilemmas, including its ties with Hamas and military relations with NATO, offering a captivating insight into Turkey's evolving role on the world stage.