President Erdogan has recently come under intense criticism for his unwillingness to come to the aid of the beleaguered Syrian Kurds in the city of Kobani just across the Turkish border. Sadly, Erdogan’s behavior is not surprising, as he has always pursued policies consistent with the image of himself as a great leader and his country as a regional hegemon and a global power.To his credit, Erdogan served his country with distinction, especially during much of his first and second term as prime minister. He put Turkey on the map as a progressive and prosperous nation, one that struck a …read more
Source: The Huffington Post
