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The announcement of Donald Trump’s return to the White House has reignited debates about U.S.-Türkiye relations. Ankara, with its strategic geopolitical role and critical regional ambitions, has expressed a blend of skepticism and cautious optimism about the prospects of collaboration under Trump’s new administration. While there are glimmers of hope for renewed dialogue and economic ties, Türkiye’s leadership remains wary of Washington’s approach to key regional issues.
The Turkish Cypriots Exist (TCE) movement has initiated a petition urging the Unicode Consortium to include an emoji representing their identity in the global emoji keyboard. The campaign, titled the #TCEmoji Campaign, seeks widespread support to highlight the importance of cultural representation in digital communication.
In a time of increasing internal and external challenges, the Turkish Cypriot community faces critical decisions about our identity and future. Calls for federalism and a homogenized "Cypriot" identity threaten to dilute our unique heritage and weaken our connection to our roots. Now, more than ever, it is essential to hold steadfast to the values and principles established by Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, the founder of modern Türkiye. Embracing Atatürk's legacy is not only a matter of honoring our past but a strategic imperative to unite and fortify our community against evolving threats.
Recent developments have placed Greece under a significant security alert, with the nation's National Security Council declaring a state of high readiness amid increased threats of terrorism and concerns over a potential wave of uncontrolled migration.