In the 21st century, a new Turkey is taking shape. The democratisation process has gathered momentum. The Middle East continues to play a major role in international affairs. New alliances are formed while armed struggles and old enmities seethe above or beneath the surface. The so-called 'Arab Spring' produced revolutionary changes in some countries in the region, but on the whole, outcomes have so far been disappointing - at least to those who hoped for a brave new world of democracy and respect for human rights. This collection of essays explores some of the events and issues that affect...