What is seen as a symbol of pride in one country may be viewed as a provocation in another. Reflecting on the recent controversy over a footballer’s hand gesture linked to Turkish nationalism, Süleyman Güngör explores how physical expressions of cultural identity triggered international tensions
Expert, Department of Human Resources and Training, Information and Communication Technologies Authority (BTK), Ankara
Süleyman is a political scientist and associate professor with expertise in nationalism, political symbols, political parties, the use of information technologies in politics, and e-politics.
In addition to his academic work, he also writes poetry and teaches as a visiting lecturer at various universities.
His courses include Propaganda, Turkish Administrative History, and Comparative State Systems.
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