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  How can one live with a vigilant heart in a world full of horror? Author: Gouya Roshan (Güya Aydın )  Sometimes the world seems like an endless nightmare; people destroy each other without hesitation for their own gain, and then sleep peacefully at night. Witnessing so much oppression and injustice shakes every human heart. The question is: How can we live in such a world without letting our hearts die? First: Look with fear, but with vigilant eyes. For fear of this terrifying world is not a sign of weakness; it is a sign of humanity. The one who fears nothing has a dead heart. A vigilant conscience is always restless in the face of injustice. This restlessness is what sets us apart. Second: Arm ourselves with the pen. When we see crime and injustice, silence only strengthens the power of darkness. But writing, speaking, and exposing can transform human sorrow and pain into a constructive force. These few but sincere voices have always changed history. Third: Never forget Go...

Demirtaş: A Threat to the Man of a Thousand Faces Author: Gouya Roshan (Güya Aydın  In the contemporary history of the Kurds, many figures have been subjected to oppression and injustice, and one of the most prominent among them is  Selahattin Demirtaş . A man who neither took up arms nor promoted violence, but instead, with his gentle words, his pen, and his democratic policies, became the voice of the Kurds and of all the oppressed in Turkey. He symbolizes a man whose only crime was defending justice, truth, and freedom of expression. Nevertheless, the Turkish government accused him of the same label that was placed on armed Kurdish leaders like Öcalan. Demirtaş is not only the voice of the Kurds; he also managed to win the hearts of many Turks, Alevis, and freedom seekers, and this popularity made him Erdoğan’s most dangerous rival. Erdoğan, the man of a thousand faces, with a combination of selfish politics and structural repression, has shown that he only cares about pres...

Lies, Dishonesty, and the Mirage of Modernity Author: Gouya Roshan (Güya Aydın )  When I was young, I thought rumors, lies, slanders, and most deceptions were rooted in the Middle East. I thought perhaps these pains were the result of cultural poverty, dictatorships, or decayed traditions. I imagined that in advanced societies there was no place for gossip, slander, and deceit. Perhaps people there were far from lies and immorality; perhaps men there were kinder, more honest, and more responsible. But alas... Time passed, I migrated, I saw, I touched, and I understood. The truth was nothing but this: lies know no geographical borders. Rumors are not bound by religion or race. Dishonesty and immorality are universal. In the West, lies are told with a smile. Rumors are spread behind the mask of diplomacy. Slanders are hidden within legal contracts. People who seem polite quietly destroy one another’s dignity. And the men I thought might be nobler leave even deeper wounds—not with fi...

Why Are Our Prayers Not Answered? Author: Gouya Roshan (Güya Aydın)  Every day, millions of people turn to the sky with broken hearts and tearful eyes. Across the world, prayers and prostrations rise for an end to war and the liberation of the oppressed. Yet blood still flows in the streets of Gaza, Yemen still burns in flames, and Muslims in Sudan, Myanmar, and China continue to live in suffering and exile. A painful question echoes in our minds: why, despite all these prayers, do the tragedies not end? Perhaps the truth is that prayer, without action, remains incomplete. Tears, if they do not transform into a will to resist oppression, vanish into the silence of history. God has placed free will in human hands; we were not created to be spectators, but to stand against injustice. Prayer can be a force for awakening, for strengthening hope, and for uniting hearts, but ending massacres is possible only through unity, resistance, and collective action. History has shown that no tyra...

Recognition or Washing Bloody Hands?.. Author: Gouya Roshan (Güya Aydın )   For more than seventy years, Palestinians have been exposed not only to occupation and genocide but also to the organized indifference of the world. Western countries, from Europe to Canada and the United States, instead of providing financial or personnel support, have remained silent or indirectly participated in these crimes, whether through arms sales or diplomatic support for Israel. In other words, throughout all these years, they have neither provided financial nor personnel support to Palestine. They have merely been spectators. But today, because of political games and personal rivalries with Donald Trump, suddenly some countries declare: “We recognize Palestine.” My question is: Where were you during all the previous massacres and bloodshed? What has changed now? What good are you going to do for the Palestinians? Or to put it more clearly: What is your real aim in doing this? Because this is more...

Trump’s Divisive Projects in the Middle East . Author: Gouya Roshan (Güya Aydın )  The Turkey, Azerbaijan Border Solidarity: Trump’s Game and Its Victims . The Entire Middle East  In recent years, a project known as the “Turkey, Azerbaijan Border Solidarity” emerged under the shadow of Donald Trump’s policies and his allies in the White House. This initiative was not conceived as a response to the social and political realities of the region, but rather as part of the United States’ geopolitical rivalry with Russia, Iran, and China. Its stated goal was to forge a new alliance to curb the influence of these powers in the region; however, its hidden outcome was the promotion of instability and insecurity. Since 2018, with the escalation of sanctions against Iran and intensified military activity in the Caucasus, Washington increasingly demonstrated its support for Turkey and Azerbaijan. Trump, both openly and behind the scenes, cultivated these two countries as a new counterweig...

  Wolves in Sheep’s Clothing Author: Gouya Roshan (Güya Aydın )   The history of Palestine and Zionism stands as living testimony to this bitter truth. From the very days when the first Jewish immigrants came to Palestine under the pretext of work and a better life, the seeds of deceit and occupation were sown in the simplicity and trust of the people of this land. The Palestinians, who had lived for centuries in peace and coexistence with their neighbors, did not know that these newly arrived guests had a plan far beyond ordinary life—a plan that would later shake the world under the name “Zionism.” At the dawn of the twentieth century, waves of organized Jewish migration from Europe to Palestine began, openly supported by Great Britain. Lands were bought or seized through deceit and pressure, and behind calm faces and promises of friendship lay a scheme to change the demographic structure and gain complete control of the country. The simple Palestinian belief that “a neighbo...

  When Food Aid Becomes a Death Trap Author: Gouya Roshan (Güya Aydın )  In a world that talks about human dignity, institutions bearing the name “human rights” are witnessing the systematic massacre of the Palestinian people. A crime committed not in secrecy, but in front of the eyes of millions. Yet, silence continues not only from governments but also from organizations that should be on the front lines defending humanity. One of the bitterest and most shameful examples of this complicity is the role and silence of the United Nations in the disaster currently unfolding in Gaza. While Gaza has been under complete siege for months, water, electricity, medicine, and food have been withheld from the people, and in conditions where children are dying of hunger, the trickle of food aid delivered resembles more a death trap than a humanitarian act. Why? Because time and again, food queues have been deliberately bombed. More than 800 people waiting for aid have lost their lives. Th...

  What is Poverty? Author: Gouya Roshan (Güya Aydın )  If only there were no such thing as poverty in this world; if only everyone could enjoy a peaceful, dignified life without worry. Poverty, before it empties a table, wears down the mind and dries up thought. A person caught in poverty has little chance to look at the world around them. Unknowingly, they become prey to those who, with dark intentions, poison their soul and spirit—and this poison can contaminate an entire world. The oppressors of the world know well how to exploit poverty to serve their sinister motives. Depending on which group or ideology the person falls into, a path is drawn for them—one that, with the mirage of hope, leads to ruin. For someone without purpose or hope in life is like a frail, sick body, defenseless against any contamination. Poverty drags them into despair and helplessness, without them realizing that their steps are leading toward destruction. Fatigue, hopelessness, and feelings of wort...

Meshaei Destroyed My Life –   (Interview) Gouya Roshan (Güya Aydın ) It was about a month ago when I received an email that occupied my thoughts for a long time. I couldn’t decide whether to respond or not. The email came from a reader who claimed to possess intriguing information about the private lives of Mr. Ahmadinejad, Esfandiar Rahim Meshaei, Esmail Mesoudi, and their associates. At first, I hesitated, coming up with reasons in my mind to leave it unanswered—respect for privacy, impartiality, and so on. But on the other hand, my curiosity and my instincts as a journalist wouldn’t let me rest for a single moment. In the end, I decided to respond to this email, telling myself:  If this person trusted only me, the least I can do is listen to them.  I could think about whether to publish it later. I wrote back, and for the safety of all parties, we agreed to conduct the interview via video conference. The interview began on April 5, 2010. The person appeared very c...

Israel once again proved that it does not comply with international law.   Author: Gouya Roshan (Güya Aydın ) Nobody expected such a disaster. Although Israel had stated that it would respond harshly if the ships entered, such a harsh response was not expected, and Israel violated NATO and Geneva rules. Illegal operation in international waters Shooting at unarmed people Seizing legal goods (theft like sea pirates) Attacking journalists and causing millions of dollars in damage to UP-Link equipment Killing innocent people I am an analyst, and my duty is to research and examine. I must put my emotions aside and write the facts. That is why, after writing my humanitarian thoughts, I examine the matters in the background. In 2008, after President Ahmadinejad’s visit to Turkey, when all roads in Istanbul were closed and people took to the streets, White House advisers realized that Ahmadinejad was considered a savior and a hero among the peoples of the Middle East. This was a very natu...

  Is there a safer and more peaceful refuge ? Author: Gouya Roshan (Güya Aydın ) When the human heart grows weary of the world and its people, When silence weighs heavier than a scream, When truth is lost among masks... God is the only place one can go without a mask. In all pains, in all weaknesses, in all helplessness... It is where the eyes are closed but the heart is open. Where words are no longer just words, but whispers of the soul. When the forehead touches the ground, The heart draws closer to the sky... In these moments, neither time nor place matters; there is no judgment, no deceit, no pity — only mercy, Only an endless embrace. Only you and God, who knows everything... Amid it all, there is a deep sense of safety, of being heard, and of being accepted in His presence.

  Lies, a Shelter for the Human Soul Author: Gouya Roshan (Güya Aydın ) Of course, not every lie is wicked; Lies are sometimes even a refuge for a weary soul. In a world where truth smells of blood; Where children are sold, freedom is murdered, And justice is merely a forgotten word in resolutions. People turn to lies; Not out of ignorance, but out of exhaustion. Because lies are colorful and shiny, They promise joy. They temporarily silence the pain. While truth, naked and cold, Stands bitterly in a corner. Few dare to look it in the eye. That’s why people sometimes pretend to sleep in order to survive And sometimes, that sleep is nothing but a “lie.” A lie so that the soul and mind can endure a little longer. Perhaps dawn is near. Because lies are imaginary balms for the wounds of the soul. But let us not forget: no matter how comforting, lies are temporary and deceptive. They destroy trust and leave behind broken relationships and shattered hearts. And they are a curtain drawn o...

  How Did the Islamic World Abandon Its Nations? Author: Gouya Roshan (Güya Aydın)  I never complain about foreigners, because my pain comes from seeing daggers drawn from the sleeves of the familiar. In a world that carries the name of Islam, there are people who, under the banner of Islam, are homeless, hungry, displaced, and massacred. Before I complain about the West, before I point the finger at Zionism and imperialism, I speak of the silence, betrayal, and inaction of the Islamic world. Whatever was done to me, it was done by the familiar... and this bitter confession is the beginning of my story. In the midst of this, there are painful and revealing examples that clearly show the true face of the Islamic world. Palestine, Rohingya, Yemen, and Afghanistan are four prominent examples of peoples who have fallen victim to empty slogans, conscienceless politics, and blatant betrayal. They are mirrors that reflect not the foreign enemies, but the indifference of their Muslim ...

True Awareness: A Look Behind the Scenes of the Middle East Crisis Author: Gouya Roshan (Güya Aydın ) A truly aware individual looks at themselves before criticizing others. They first recognize and accept their own mistakes, and only then speak about others. This simple yet profound principle is the key to understanding many of the complexities of today’s Middle East. At a time when the world is rightly looking at the West and criticizing its policies and crimes, we must not forget that Middle Eastern countries are also complicit and involved in many human tragedies. The genocide of Palestinians, the massacre of the Rohingya, the destruction of Afghanistan, Yemen, and other countries are all the result of inefficiency, self-interest, and internal and regional conflicts. This bitter reality confronts us with fundamental challenges: ignoring the truth is not the path to reform. If we are not willing to see and accept our own mistakes, any criticism from outside will be ineffective, and ...

The Problem Is Not Religion  It Is Ignorance. Religion is a mirror of truth, but ignorance distorts its reflection. Author: Gouya Roshan (Güya Aydın ) The problem is not in religion, but in ignorance In a world where wars are waged in the name of religion, blood is shed in the name of God, and people are displaced in the name of prophets, we must ask ourselves: Is the problem with religion itself? Or with the ignorant and misguided interpretations of it? Many, when faced with oppression from a religious group or state, turn their anger toward religion and blame it. But as those with true, enlightened faith understand:  The problem is not religion; it is ignorance. True faith is not confined to a single religion. Personally, I never equate a "Muslim" with a "believer." A true believer transcends religious labels and exists in the heart of anyone who believes in truth, justice, honesty, and compassion. A believer may be a Muslim, a Christian, a Jew, a Zoroastrian, or ...

  Why Mark Carney Is a Powerful Response to Trudeau’s Grey Years Author: Gouya Roshan (Güya Aydın ) Throughout political history, there have been leaders who rose to power with calm faces and soft voices. They spread hope and spoke of unity and equality. Yet in practice, they often left behind a grey and sometimes destructive legacy. Justin Trudeau, former Prime Minister of Canada, is one such leader. He came to power at a time when Canadians were eager for change, justice, and good governance. He entered office with a smile, but what he left behind was a collapsing economy, a housing crisis, soaring debt, and a weary and insecure society. At first, Trudeau was seen as a promising figure: young, modern, and a man with bold slogans about human rights, the environment, and reconciliation with Indigenous peoples. But politics does not run on smiles. The economy doesn’t grow with charm. Young people don’t buy homes through speeches. During his time in office, housing prices in major ci...