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Worldcrunch » Ozgur Ogret
Ozgur Ogret

Ozgur Ogret

Istanbul based journalist reporting mostly on politics, human rights, law, press freedom & rock’n’roll. Turkey representative for the Committee to Protect Journalists (CPJ). Regular contributor to worldcrunch.com, Headbang; occasional contributor to The Telegraph & The New York Times among others. Formerly worked with: Hürriyet Daily News, Bianet, setimes.com & Blue Jean.

Protesters wave Turkish flags during a 7th nighttime rally in Istanbul, Turkey, on March 25, 2025.
Geopoliticsdemocracy

In Turkey’s Dark Times, Protesters Are A Democratic Light

by Diğdem Soyaltın Colella and Ozgur Ogret March 28, 2025May 24, 2025
​Protesters seen carrying models of US President Joe Biden and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during the march.
Geopoliticsdonald trump

A Tragedy In Four Acts: Palestine, Israel, The U.S. — And Turkey Too

by Ali Yaycıoğlu and Ozgur Ogret June 28, 2024May 23, 2025
People walking by a mosque.​
Food / Travelhistory

Beyond The Grand Bazaar: A Local’s Guide To The Magic Of Istanbul

by Bahar Akinci and Ozgur Ogret May 24, 2024May 23, 2025
Citizens shout slogans and wave Turkish and CHP party flags during the election victory celebration.
Geopoliticsturkey

​​Will Post-Erdogan Turkey Really Be Much Different?

by Mehmet Y. Yilmaz and Ozgur Ogret April 11, 2024May 22, 2025
How Democracy Slips Into Dictatorship — A Warning From The Turkish Playbook
Ideasindia

How Democracy Slips Into Dictatorship — A Warning From The Turkish Playbook

by Ece Temelkuran and Ozgur Ogret February 1, 2024May 24, 2025
Muslims gathered in Beyazit Square under the organization of the Human Rights and Freedoms Humanitarian Relief Foundation to protest against the conflicts between Israel and Palestine.
Geopoliticsgaza

“Clash Of Civilizations” Fervor Grips Turkey — A Boost For Islamists

by Ozgur Ogret December 14, 2023May 21, 2025
photo of inside Istanbul's Eminonu New Mosque
Ideasmigration

Turkey: The Blind Spot Between Racial And Religious Discrimination

by Ozgur Ogret November 26, 2023May 21, 2025
Photo of a woman with a Palestinian flag painted on her face at a pro-Palestineian rally in Istanbul on Oct. 28
Israel-Palestine Wargaza

Gaza, A View From Istanbul: Why I Still Believe In Western Values

by Ozgur Ogret November 15, 2023May 21, 2025
Photograph of an Israeli soldier holding an Israeli flag on top of a tank.
Geopoliticsisrael

A 9/11 For Israel: What Epic Mistakes Will Be Triggered This Time?

by Ozgur Ogret October 12, 2023May 24, 2025
Photo of a man walking into a mosque in NYC
Eyes on the U.S.united states

Muslim Call To Prayer, NYC-Style: A Turkish Eye On New York’s Historic Azan Law

by Ozgur Ogret September 22, 2023May 24, 2025
Recep Tayyip Erdogan getting off a plane.
Economynato

Unpacking Erdogan’s Charm Offensive In The Gulf (It’s Complicated)

by Ozgur Ogret August 1, 2023May 24, 2025
French President Emmanuel Macron and Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi taking a selfie.
In The Newsukraine

Why Erdogan Is Watching Modi’s Seduction Of The West So Closely

by Ozgur Ogret July 25, 2023May 21, 2025
Image showing a flag with the Justice and Development Party candidate for presidential elections, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, in the streets of Istanbul.
In The Newseuropean union

Erdogan III & Europe: Is There Any Future For Turkey In The EU?

by Ozgur Ogret June 28, 2023May 21, 2025
Photo of Kemal Kilicdaroglu applauding during campaign event in Antalya, Turkey, 7 May 2023.
Geopoliticsdemocracy

Kemal Kilicdaroglu, The Tranquil Force To Save Turkey’s Democracy

by Ozgur Ogret May 11, 2023May 21, 2025
Campaign posters of opposition Republican People's Party, CHP leader Kemal Kilicdaroglu and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan
Geopoliticsdemocracy

When Erdogan Hints At Not Accepting Defeat, He’s Playing With Fire

by Ozgur Ogret May 8, 2023May 21, 2025
​Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan speakING during his elections campaign rally in Ankara;
Geopoliticsturkey

If Defeated, Will Erdogan Give Up His Palace Life?

by Ozgur Ogret May 2, 2023May 23, 2025
Photo of a man in a burnt forest in Turkey.
Greenpollution

Environmental Degradation, The Dirty Secret Ahead Of Turkey’s Election

by Ozgur Ogret April 25, 2023May 23, 2025
Ankara Or Abroad? A Turkish Exile's Dilemma As Elections Loom
Ideashistory

Ankara Or Abroad? A Turkish Exile’s Dilemma As Elections Loom

by Ozgur Ogret April 20, 2023May 21, 2025
Photo of head of the Turkish Space Agency ​Serdar Hüseyin Yıldırım
Societyhistory

Turkey’s Space Agency Chief Has A Wild Idea About What Caused The Earthquake

by Ozgur Ogret March 23, 2023May 21, 2025
Photo of a mother and two children sitting on the sidewalk.
In The Newsearthquake

In Turkey, Why The Public Is So Skeptical About Donating To Earthquake Relief

by Ozgur Ogret March 3, 2023May 21, 2025
Photo of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan consoles families as rescue workers inspect the earthquake-hit areas in Turkey.
In The Newsrecep tayyip erdogan

Erdogan Doesn’t Have The Power To Delay Turkey’s Election

by Ozgur Ogret February 14, 2023May 21, 2025
Photo of a man between destroyed buildings after Turkey earthquake
Geopoliticssyria

The Earthquake Will Change Turkey’s Future — And Could Tip Its Election

by Ozgur Ogret February 10, 2023May 21, 2025
Photo of Erdogan and Putin walking out of a door
In The Newsrussia

It’s A Golden Era For Russia-Turkey Relations — Just Look At The Numbers

by Ozgur Ogret January 31, 2023May 23, 2025
Photo of Muslims performing Friday prayer in the garden of Suleymaniye Mosque, Istanbul.
In The Newsturkey

Tour Of Istanbul’s Ancient Yedikule Gardens, At Risk With Urban Restoration

by Ozgur Ogret January 22, 2023May 21, 2025
photo of a cat sleeping on boxes of books
Ideasturkey

Alphabets & Politics: Reflections On The Modern Turkish Language

by Ozgur Ogret December 6, 2022May 21, 2025
Photo of people on a passenger ferry on the Bosphorus, with Istanbul in the background
Ideasfinance

How Turkey Can Bring Its Brain Drain Back Home

by Ozgur Ogret November 29, 2022May 21, 2025
Police and protestors gather at Gezi park
In The Newsturkey

Gezi Case: Turkey Must Reject Conspiracy Theory As Justice

by Ozgur Ogret March 14, 2019May 21, 2025
Protestors took to the streets of Istanbul to rally against the referendum results on April 17.
In The Newsisis

A Sacred Right To Celebrate? 7 Questions After Istanbul New Year’s Attack

by Ozgur Ogret January 2, 2017May 22, 2025
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in Istanbul on Dec. 22
In The Newsturkey

The End Of Turkey’s Ottoman Dreams

by Ozgur Ogret December 24, 2016May 21, 2025
Sunset over Istanbul
In The Newsturkey

What Divides Turkey And The EU Goes Deeper Than Politics

by Ozgur Ogret November 29, 2016May 21, 2025
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