Ada Şeko's article discusses the cultural repercussions of the Russian-Ukrainian war, particularly the 'cancel culture' against Russian arts and literature. The article highlights the global trend of excluding Russian cultural elements as a form of sanction following Russia's invasion of Ukraine. President Putin has compared this trend to Nazi practices, while Turkish President Erdogan has condemned actions against Russian culture. The article also touches on the influx of Russian citizens to Turkey, which has not joined the sanctions against Russia, and the potential conflicts between Russian and Ukrainian artists in Turkey. Şeko argues that art and culture should be separated from political decisions and that individuals should be judged by their works and thoughts, not their nationality or political stance.

The article discusses the expansion of Russia's influence globally under the leadership of Vladimir Putin over the past twenty years. It suggests that Russia is planning to continue its expansion, which could have significant consequences for the international community. The tone of the article implies a critical view of Russia's actions and hints at the potential costs to the world if this expansion remains unchecked.

The article features an interview with Sami Al-Arian, Director of the Center for Islam and Global Affairs (CIGA), conducted by Yeter Ada Şeko, discussing the impact of the displacement of Palestinians after the establishment of the state of Israel. Al-Arian explains that the Palestinian identity has been shaped by collective trauma, as many were uprooted and forced to live in refugee camps or foreign countries. He notes that the lack of citizenship and rights in host countries, as well as the ongoing struggle for Palestine, have further solidified Palestinian identity across generations and geographies. The interview highlights the psychological effects of displacement, the challenges of assimilation, and the strong connection to Palestine maintained by the diaspora through community associations and the shared experience of struggle.

Peter Handke was awarded the Nobel Prize for Literature, sparking controversy due to his denial of the Bosnian Genocide and support for Slobodan Milosevic. His award on International Human Rights Day led to diplomatic boycotts from Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Kosovo, Northern Macedonia, and Turkey. Kosovo's Deputy Prime Minister Behgjet Pacolli and Albania’s Acting Foreign Minister Gent Cakaj publicly condemned the decision. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan criticized the Swedish Academy, stating the award endorsed human rights violations and tarnished the Nobel Prize's reputation. The Academy praised Handke's work but avoided discussing his controversial views. Handke's support for Milosevic included attending his funeral and defending Serbia in his writings, which critics argue lack factual analysis.

Turkish actor Haluk Bilginer won the Best Performance by an Actor award at the 47th International Emmy Awards for his role in the TV series Şahsiyet (Persona). He played Agah Beyoğlu, a man with a looming future of amnesia. In his acceptance speech, Bilginer highlighted the series' focus on societal amnesia. Turkish politicians, including Culture and Tourism Minister Mehmet Nuri Ersoy and Foreign Minister Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu, congratulated him. Bilginer expressed his joy for the award being a source of national pride. The article also details Bilginer's extensive acting career, including his education, roles in British television, and his return to Turkey to continue his acting career.

The article discusses the reasons behind the United States' military presence in the oil fields of Northern Syria, despite President Donald Trump's claims of securing oil. It highlights that Syria does not have significant oil reserves and the US, being the top oil-producing country, does not need Syrian oil. The article includes statements from various political figures, including Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlut Cavusoglu, and Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, who criticize the US's actions as illegal and self-serving. The article also references data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration to emphasize the insignificance of Syrian oil production in the global context.