Average Personal Loan for Debt Consolidation

Studies reveal that debt consolidation is the top reason why people take out personal loans. Online lending marketplace LendingTree reported that 54% of its users seek personal loans to pay down debt, including close to 41% for debt consolidation and around 14% for refinancing credit card debt. According to a September 2023 study by Forbes Advisor, 47%…

Turkish deputy FM reveals debt relief and aid deals mask bribes, arms sales and operations against opponents

Levent Kenez/Stockholm Turkey’s foreign aid program, long touted as a symbol of humanitarian outreach and solidarity with developing nations, is increasingly drawing scrutiny amid allegations that much of its financial assistance is shaped by corruption, political patronage and geopolitical bargaining rather than genuine development goals. The Turkish Parliament’s Foreign Relations Committee on October 16, 2025…