Grady Wilson

I wrote just before the 3rd Iranian missile on its territory that Turkey is understandably cautious to respond. Of course it wants to deter such acts of aggression but moreso doesn’t want to risk being dragged any further into the conflict atlanticcouncil.org/blogs/turkeyso…

If confirmed, this would be the third time since the war began that an Iranian missile is violating the Turkish air space and comes after multiple warnings from Ankara — including one directly from FM Fidan to Araghchi — that it will safeguard its territory.

Turkey is seeking to limit fallout from the US-Israeli war against Iran, but threats to national security increasingly threaten its position, writes @AC_TRprogram’s @GradysWilson. Read more: atlanticcouncil.org/blogs/turkeyso…

Read our new #TURKEYSource piece: Turkey has weathered regional instability before. But the war in Iran poses greater risks to Ankara than past conflicts. By @AtlanticCouncil Turkey Program Deputy Director @GradysWilson atlanticcouncil.org/blogs/turkeyso…

The Deputy Director of @AtlanticCouncil Turkey Program @GradysWilson, gives an update on the @AC_TRprogram events last week, on the sidelines of the @UN General Assembly, in New York. Follow our social media to remain updated on our upcoming programming!

Hectic but epic UNGA week in NY. Check out the below thread for details on three events @AC_TRprogram hosted on the sidelines.

We were very honored to host The Hon. Tom Barrack, Ambassador of @USEmbTurkiye and U.S. Special Envoy for Syria, for an @AtlanticCouncil discussion to give insights on US-Türkiye relations, Syria, and regional geopolitical developments, on the sidelines of @UN General Assembly, in New York, on September 23.

Trump gives the nod to Erdoğan’s regional influence In the joint press conference between the two leaders, Trump did most of the talking. In responses to questions from reporters, Trump was light on details and noncommittal regarding the tricky issues Turkey and the United States have been working on for years, from defense systems to Syria to Gaza. But Trump was effusive in his respect for the Turkish leader, and he recognized Turkey’s increasing regional influence. Trump’s remarks underscore those made by US Special Envoy to the Middle East Steve Witkoff in New York earlier this week. Witkoff noted that he regularly consults with key Turkish policymakers, including Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and intelligence chief Ibrahim Kalin, on issues such as Caspian Sea and Black Sea security. Given the current geopolitical landscape, there is good reason to believe this is more than just talk. Turkey has strengthened its influence and position in all the regions that it has intervened in directly in recent years, most dramatically in Syria, but also in Libya and the South Caucasus. And as Trump noted in the press conference, few other heads of state can claim the respect of both Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The details of where and how Turkey and the United States will work together going forward, as well as what US defense technology will make its way to Turkey, still need to be hashed out behind closed doors and executed over months and years. Nevertheless, today’s meeting should generate optimism for the future of US-Turkey relations, as Trump and Erdoğan demonstrated a common understanding that acting in coordination is to the benefit of both NATO allies. —@GradysWilson is a deputy director at the Atlantic Council Turkey Program, where he manages digital communications, coordinates events, and supports the program’s programming on US-Turkey bilateral relations.

Pleased to share a quick reaction to which I helped contribute alongside some great experts to the long awaited Trump-Erdogan meeting. Exciting time in US-Turkiye relations! @AtlanticCouncil @AC_TRprogram atlanticcouncil.org/blogs/new-atla…

On July 23, we organized an @AtlanticCouncil event on transatlantic defense relations and strategic cooperation in a region in flux, in Istanbul, gathering business leaders, diplomatic representatives and experts, as Istanbul hosts the global defense companies.

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“Russia has made it clear through continued large-scale aerial attacks on Ukrainian civilians and infrastructure that it is not negotiating in good faith,” says @GaberYevgeniya wsj.com/world/russia-a…

NEW REPORT PUBLISHED | @AC_TRprograms new @AtlanticCouncil report by @NomadandSettler “Great Sea connections - Financing the Eastern Mediterranean's energy transition” is now available! Read the report below! ⤵️ atlanticcouncil.org/in-depth-resea…

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Amid the US-China trade war, 🇹🇷 Finance Minister @memetsimsek says Turkey is among the few countries with a strong manufacturing capacity. “Turkey will be in a good position to attract Western investments,” he tells @ACGeoEcon’s @clichfield1. #SpringMeetings2025

“Global trade fragmentation cannot be good for anyone,” says Turkey’s Finance Minister @memetsimsek at the Atlantic Council. “In today’s world, there’s a lot of interconnectedness,” he tells @ACGeoEcon’s @clichfield1. #SpringMeetings2025

Met with Turkish Foreign Minister @HakanFidan today to discuss collaboration on trade and security benefiting both our countries. The U.S. is building on recent trade advancements made with Türkiye. We're also partnering together on key issues, from peace in Ukraine and the South Caucasus to supporting Syria against destabilizing Iranian activities. I expressed concerns regarding recent arrests and protests in Türkiye.

ICYMI check out the terrific conference we hosted earlier today exploring US-Turkish relations featuring deep dives into geopolitics energy and trade

Our first panel is underway! On defense & security cooperation in an evolving geopolitical landscape, featuring @iacoskun, @ckasapoglu1, and @RichOutzen, moderated by @AC_TRprograms Deputy Director @GradysWilson.