An analysis warns that Turkey is vulnerable to a simultaneous tightening of sanctions on Russia and Iran, which could disrupt its energy imports, banking transactions, and broader trade. Turkey relies heavily on Russian oil, diesel, and gas, and Iranian gas, and a dual shock could raise energy costs, widen the current account deficit, and pressure the lira. The article also highlights risks to banking, shipping, tourism, and the Akkuyu nuclear plant, urging Ankara to prepare contingency plans and diversify suppliers.

Turkey's pro-Kurdish DEM Party held a press conference in Ankara on August 26, expressing optimism about the ongoing peace process with the PKK. The party's Imrali delegation denied reports of a recent Kandil-Imrali meeting and stated no new disarmament call from Abdullah Öcalan is planned. They urged the government to give Öcalan a central role and include civil society in oversight committees, emphasizing that no blood has been shed for two years. The delegation called for constructive language from media and politicians, framing the moment as a historic turning point to end a 200-year conflict.