THREAT TO NATO, TURANISM TURKEY

Turanism is an ideology that has been gaining popularity in Turkey in recent years.

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The ideology has its roots in the 19th century, but it has been given new life by Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.

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Erdoğan's support for Turanism has caused some concern among NATO members.

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They worry that Turkey could use the ideology to justify its expansionist ambitions.

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The future of Turanism is uncertain. It is possible that the ideology will continue to gain popularity in Turkey.

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The ideology is already having a significant impact on Turkish politics and foreign policy.

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Turanism is a controversial ideology that has been accused of promoting racism and ethnic cleansing.

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The ideology has been used to justify Turkey's invasion of Cyprus and its support for the Armenian genocide.

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Turanism is gaining popularity in other countries,such as Hungary and Azerbaijan.

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The ideology could pose a threat to NATO and the stability of the region.

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