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NATO: Caught in Erdogan’s trap?

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July 2, 2026

Turkey is a key — but controversial — NATO ally. For years, President Erdogan has been cracking down hard on his political opponents. Is NATO prioritizing security while turning a blind eye to human rights?

Our guests: Julia Hahn, DW Studio Istanbul; Aylin Matlé, German Council on Foreign Relations, Maximilian Popp, Der Spiegel

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