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Turkey's Gaza ceasefire role

Turkey joins Gaza ceasefire talks, seeking influence but risking backlash over its Hamas ties.

Turkey's president, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, speaks during a rally in solidarity with Palestinians in Gaza on Oct. 28, 2023, at Ataturk Airport in Istanbul, Turkey.

Greetings from Ankara.

In today’s edition, we’re breaking down Turkey’s entry into the Gaza ceasefire process: a diplomatic gambit that could raise Ankara’s global profile or blow up in its diplomatic face.

Plus, a wrap-up of the week’s diplomatic developments.

Wishing you a good weekend 🍸

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