World ECR | Court of Appeal: US can sue Türkiye’s Halkbank
A U.S. federal appeals court has ruled that Turkey's state-owned Halkbank can be prosecuted for allegedly evading U.S. sanctions on Iran, rejecting the bank's argument that it is protected by sovereign immunity. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit has ruled that Turkiye Halk Bankasi AS (“Halkbank”) is not immune from prosecution because of its “business activities,” which the court said include alleged involvement in “money laundering and other fraudulent schemes designed to evade sanctions.” U.S. sanctions. In an opinion ruled on October 22, the court wrote that under common law, foreign state-owned enterprises do not enjoy absolute immunity in all criminal cases. While immunity may protect foreign governments and their agencies in the performance of governmental functions, the court held that "there is no basis at common law for concluding that a foreign state-owned company is absolutely immune from prosecution ... for alleged crimes related to its business activities." Behavior." The case centers on what prosecutors describe…
A bold path to strengthening Türkiye’s national identity
introduce The word Millîyet encapsulates the essence of Turkish national identity and has played a vital role in shaping Turkey’s history, culture, and social fabric. Whether you are a history buff, a cultural scholar, or simply curious about Turkey’s historical journey, learn about Country of Citizenship is the key to grasping this country’s unique sense of self. But what exactly does millîyet mean? How has the concept evolved from the Ottoman Empire to modern Turkey? In this article, we delve into the historical, cultural, and contemporary dimensions of millîyet to uncover its enduring significance in Turkish life. Definition of Millîyet In essence, millîyet refers to the concept of national identity or nationalism. However, it has a deeper meaning in Turkish culture, reflecting not only the concept of nation but also shared traditions, values and a sense of belonging. In modern Turkish, Country of Citizenship It can be translated as nation, but historically its meaning has evolved with political and social…
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