"Swiss banks weigh impact of mosque minarets row
ZURICH, Switzerland, Dec. 31 (UPI) -- Swiss banks are worried the row over mosque minarets, banned in a referendum despite grave reservations from sections of the Swiss public, will lead to Muslim deposit holders taking their business to Turkey and even Germany, Swiss and Turkish media reported."
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Thursday, December 31, 2009
On the Wind Energy in Turkey
"On the Wind Energy in Turkey
Erdogdu, Erkan (2009): On the Wind Energy in Turkey. Published in: Renewable & Sustainable Energy Reviews , Vol. 13, No. 6-7 (2009): pp. 1361-1371.
Increase in negative effects of fossil fuels on the environment has forced many countries, including Turkey, to use renewable energy sources. Today, clean, domestic and renewable energy is commonly accepted as the key for future life, not only for Turkey but also for the world. As wind energy is an alternative clean energy source compared to the fossil fuels that pollute the atmosphere, systems that convert wind energy to electricity have developed rapidly. Turkey is an energy importing country, more than half of the energy requirement has been supplied by imports. Turkey's domestic fossil fuel resources are extremely limited. In addition, Turkey's geographical location has several advantages for extensive use of wind power. In this context, renewable energy resources appear to be one of the most efficient and effective solutions for sustainable energy development and environmental pollution prevention in Turkey. Since wind energy will be used more and more in the future, its current potential, usage, and assessment in Turkey is the focus of the present study. The paper not only presents a review of the potential and utilization of the wind power in Turkey but also provides some guidelines for policy makers."
More:On the Wind Energy in Turkey - Munich RePEc Personal Archive
Erdogdu, Erkan (2009): On the Wind Energy in Turkey. Published in: Renewable & Sustainable Energy Reviews , Vol. 13, No. 6-7 (2009): pp. 1361-1371.
Increase in negative effects of fossil fuels on the environment has forced many countries, including Turkey, to use renewable energy sources. Today, clean, domestic and renewable energy is commonly accepted as the key for future life, not only for Turkey but also for the world. As wind energy is an alternative clean energy source compared to the fossil fuels that pollute the atmosphere, systems that convert wind energy to electricity have developed rapidly. Turkey is an energy importing country, more than half of the energy requirement has been supplied by imports. Turkey's domestic fossil fuel resources are extremely limited. In addition, Turkey's geographical location has several advantages for extensive use of wind power. In this context, renewable energy resources appear to be one of the most efficient and effective solutions for sustainable energy development and environmental pollution prevention in Turkey. Since wind energy will be used more and more in the future, its current potential, usage, and assessment in Turkey is the focus of the present study. The paper not only presents a review of the potential and utilization of the wind power in Turkey but also provides some guidelines for policy makers."
More:On the Wind Energy in Turkey - Munich RePEc Personal Archive
Goodbye 2009! World ready for a more hopeful 2010 - San Jose Mercury News
"Goodbye 2009! World ready for a more hopeful 2010
...In Istanbul, Turkish authorities deployed some 2,000 police around Taksim Square to prevent pickpockets and the molestation of women that have marred New Year celebrations in the past. "
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...In Istanbul, Turkish authorities deployed some 2,000 police around Taksim Square to prevent pickpockets and the molestation of women that have marred New Year celebrations in the past. "
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Istanbul sees rocky start to year of culture - The National Newspaper
"Istanbul sees rocky start to year of culture
Thomas Seibert, Foreign Correspondent
* Last Updated: January 01. 2010 12:19AM UAE / December 31. 2009 8:19PM GMT
ISTANBUL // As Turkey’s biggest and best-known metropolis prepares to take on the title of European Capital of Culture for 2010, the project that was supposed to present the city as a vibrant centre for the arts on the international stage has been dogged by accusations of corruption and incompetence."
More:Istanbul sees rocky start to year of culture - The National Newspaper
Thomas Seibert, Foreign Correspondent
* Last Updated: January 01. 2010 12:19AM UAE / December 31. 2009 8:19PM GMT
ISTANBUL // As Turkey’s biggest and best-known metropolis prepares to take on the title of European Capital of Culture for 2010, the project that was supposed to present the city as a vibrant centre for the arts on the international stage has been dogged by accusations of corruption and incompetence."
More:Istanbul sees rocky start to year of culture - The National Newspaper
Interview: Stephen Appiah interview in Turkey
"Interview: Stephen Appiah interview in Turkey
Thursday, 31 December 2009
Ghana captain Stephen Appiah has been talking to the Turkish media about his time at Fenerbahce and his recent move to Italian side Bologna as well as the 2010 World Cup. Below is the full text of the interview:"
More:Ghanasoccernet.com The No.1 Site For Ghana Soccer
Thursday, 31 December 2009
Ghana captain Stephen Appiah has been talking to the Turkish media about his time at Fenerbahce and his recent move to Italian side Bologna as well as the 2010 World Cup. Below is the full text of the interview:"
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Belgian Supports Turkey for E.U. Membership – New Tang Dynasty Television
"Belgian Supports Turkey for E.U. Membership
2009-12-31 6:4615
The Belgian Prime Minister Yves Leterme came to Turkey to meet with Prime Minister Erdogan and President Abdullah Gul.
Belgium, who will take the EU presidency in 2010, pledged to support Turkey’s entry into the European Union."
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2009-12-31 6:4615
The Belgian Prime Minister Yves Leterme came to Turkey to meet with Prime Minister Erdogan and President Abdullah Gul.
Belgium, who will take the EU presidency in 2010, pledged to support Turkey’s entry into the European Union."
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Jim Walter sues over Turkish debt
"Jim Walter sues over Turkish debt
By Russell Hubbard -- The Birmingham News
December 31, 2009, 9:24AM
The operator of underground coal mines in Tuscaloosa County says in a lawsuit it is owed $89.3 million by a steel mill in Turkey. The civil suit, filed in U.S. District Court in Birmingham, says a Turkish steelmaker called Erdemir refused to accept delivery of the last four shipments of an eightshipment contract."
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By Russell Hubbard -- The Birmingham News
December 31, 2009, 9:24AM
The operator of underground coal mines in Tuscaloosa County says in a lawsuit it is owed $89.3 million by a steel mill in Turkey. The civil suit, filed in U.S. District Court in Birmingham, says a Turkish steelmaker called Erdemir refused to accept delivery of the last four shipments of an eightshipment contract."
More:Jim Walter sues over Turkish debt | Business News from The Birmingham News - al.com
Turkey's ex-Kurd MPs at court over PKK links after arrest order
"Turkey's ex-Kurd MPs at court over PKK links after arrest order
Kurdish MPs have come to testify in a court over alleged PKK links, in a move that will likely to ease the crisis erupted after arrest warrant."
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Kurdish MPs have come to testify in a court over alleged PKK links, in a move that will likely to ease the crisis erupted after arrest warrant."
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Bodrum ready for New Year’s celebrations
"Bodrum ready for New Year’s celebrations
CHRIS DRUM BERKAYA
BODRUM - Hürriyet Daily News
The weather is expected to be warm and clear in Bodrum on New Year's Eve. DHA photo
The weather is expected to be warm and clear in Bodrum on New Year's Eve. DHA photo
With the weather expected to be warm and clear under a full moon, Bodrum’s preparations for celebrating the New Year are in full swing."
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CHRIS DRUM BERKAYA
BODRUM - Hürriyet Daily News
The weather is expected to be warm and clear in Bodrum on New Year's Eve. DHA photo
The weather is expected to be warm and clear in Bodrum on New Year's Eve. DHA photo
With the weather expected to be warm and clear under a full moon, Bodrum’s preparations for celebrating the New Year are in full swing."
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Turkish markets rally on IMF deal report
"Turkish markets rally on IMF deal report
By Daren Butler
ISTANBUL, Dec 31 (Reuters) - Turkish bonds and the lira rallied on Thursday and shares hit a fresh high for the year after a media report the International Monetary Fund had agreed to Turkey's conditions for a loan deal.
The Turkish lira firmed 1.5 percent to 1.4900 against the dollar on the interbank market from a close of 1.5125 on Wednesday. The lira has traded flat this year and is 2.6 percent stronger than at the end of 2008.
'The Turkish market is expected to end 2009 in an upbeat mode on the back of rumours that PM Erdogan signalled a green light to a possible IMF agreement,' Is Investment said in a note."
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By Daren Butler
ISTANBUL, Dec 31 (Reuters) - Turkish bonds and the lira rallied on Thursday and shares hit a fresh high for the year after a media report the International Monetary Fund had agreed to Turkey's conditions for a loan deal.
The Turkish lira firmed 1.5 percent to 1.4900 against the dollar on the interbank market from a close of 1.5125 on Wednesday. The lira has traded flat this year and is 2.6 percent stronger than at the end of 2008.
'The Turkish market is expected to end 2009 in an upbeat mode on the back of rumours that PM Erdogan signalled a green light to a possible IMF agreement,' Is Investment said in a note."
More:Business finance news - currency market news - online UK currency markets - financial news - Interactive Investor
Giant oil drilling rig crosses Istanbul strait - CNBC
"Giant oil drilling rig crosses Istanbul strait
By: The Associated Press | 31 Dec 2009 | 04:53 AM ET
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ISTANBUL - A massive deepwater drilling rig is crossing the Istanbul's narrow Bosporus strait, forcing Turkey to temporarily shut down one of the world's busiest waterways."
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By: The Associated Press | 31 Dec 2009 | 04:53 AM ET
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ISTANBUL - A massive deepwater drilling rig is crossing the Istanbul's narrow Bosporus strait, forcing Turkey to temporarily shut down one of the world's busiest waterways."
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New year arrives with price hikes
"New year arrives with price hikes
Turkey will welcome 2010 with price hikes on many goods and services including electricity, natural gas, health care, highway and bridges tolls as well as passport and real estate tax."
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Turkey will welcome 2010 with price hikes on many goods and services including electricity, natural gas, health care, highway and bridges tolls as well as passport and real estate tax."
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Turkey hopes Belgium to commit equity principles in EU term
"Turkey hopes Belgium to commit equity principles in EU term
The Turkish prime minister said that Turkey's European Union membership would help Europe contribute more to world peace."
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The Turkish prime minister said that Turkey's European Union membership would help Europe contribute more to world peace."
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Turkish Court Seeks to Link Murder of Christians to ‘Cage Plan’
"Turkish Court Seeks to Link Murder of Christians to ‘Cage Plan’
Damaris Kremida
December 31, 2009
ISTANBUL (CDN) — Malatya's Third Criminal Court on Friday (Dec. 25) took further steps to connect the murders of three Christians in southeastern Turkey to a Turkish military plan to destabilize the pro-Islamic government."
More:Turkish Court Seeks to Link Murder of Christians to ‘Cage Plan’
Damaris Kremida
December 31, 2009
ISTANBUL (CDN) — Malatya's Third Criminal Court on Friday (Dec. 25) took further steps to connect the murders of three Christians in southeastern Turkey to a Turkish military plan to destabilize the pro-Islamic government."
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Turkish PM: agreed 2-year IMF loan - report | Reuters
"UPDATE 2-Turkish PM: agreed 2-year IMF loan - report
Thu Dec 31, 2009 2:43am EST
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* Turkish lira, bonds gain on IMF reports
1:57am EST
* PM says IMF accepted Turkish conditions for deal- paper
1:48am EST
* Turkey says possible IMF deal to be pro-growth
Tue, Dec 29 2009
* Turkey's Erdogan criticizes ban on Kurdish party
Mon, Dec 14 2009
* PM quoted as saying IMF-Turkey agreed on two-year deal
Currencies
* Bonds, lira rally
* Paper says signing of deal expected in January
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ANKARA, Dec 31 (Reuters) - The International Monetary Fund and Turkey's government will clinch a loan deal after the global lender agreed to Ankara's conditions, Turkey's Milliyet newspaper quoted Prime Minister Tayyip Erdogan as saying."
More:UPDATE 2-Turkish PM: agreed 2-year IMF loan - report | Reuters
Thu Dec 31, 2009 2:43am EST
Related News
* Turkish lira, bonds gain on IMF reports
1:57am EST
* PM says IMF accepted Turkish conditions for deal- paper
1:48am EST
* Turkey says possible IMF deal to be pro-growth
Tue, Dec 29 2009
* Turkey's Erdogan criticizes ban on Kurdish party
Mon, Dec 14 2009
* PM quoted as saying IMF-Turkey agreed on two-year deal
Currencies
* Bonds, lira rally
* Paper says signing of deal expected in January
(Adds comments)
ANKARA, Dec 31 (Reuters) - The International Monetary Fund and Turkey's government will clinch a loan deal after the global lender agreed to Ankara's conditions, Turkey's Milliyet newspaper quoted Prime Minister Tayyip Erdogan as saying."
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Why lobbies don't matter
"Why lobbies don't matter
By Yossi Shain and Neil Rogachevsky
Tags: AIPAC, Israel lobby
The signing of a peace treaty between Armenia and Turkey in October was a little-noticed milestone. Since the Ottomans deported and murdered Armenians in World War I in what Armenians and much of the world call the Armenian Genocide, Armenians have not been fond of Turkey. For its part, Turkey has long disputed both the genocide and the Armenian presence in Nagorno-Karabakh, an enclave in Azerbaijan, a close Turkish ally. Though signed pledges do not guarantee peace, the U.S.-brokered pledges to reestablish ties and open borders could well prove to be the beginning of the end of this intractable conflict."
More:Why lobbies don't matter - Haaretz - Israel News
By Yossi Shain and Neil Rogachevsky
Tags: AIPAC, Israel lobby
The signing of a peace treaty between Armenia and Turkey in October was a little-noticed milestone. Since the Ottomans deported and murdered Armenians in World War I in what Armenians and much of the world call the Armenian Genocide, Armenians have not been fond of Turkey. For its part, Turkey has long disputed both the genocide and the Armenian presence in Nagorno-Karabakh, an enclave in Azerbaijan, a close Turkish ally. Though signed pledges do not guarantee peace, the U.S.-brokered pledges to reestablish ties and open borders could well prove to be the beginning of the end of this intractable conflict."
More:Why lobbies don't matter - Haaretz - Israel News
Wednesday, December 30, 2009
Turkey is ‘a country at war with itself’ - The National Newspaper
"Turkey is ‘a country at war with itself’
Thomas Seibert, Foreign Correspondent
ISTANBUL // As Turkey’s judiciary is investigating the latest in a series of accusations against the once all-powerful armed forces, the public is divided by a crucial question: is the country going through a much-needed process of democratisation, with the military having to accept civilian oversight – or is the religiously conservative government trying to get rid of a secular safeguard?"
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Thomas Seibert, Foreign Correspondent
ISTANBUL // As Turkey’s judiciary is investigating the latest in a series of accusations against the once all-powerful armed forces, the public is divided by a crucial question: is the country going through a much-needed process of democratisation, with the military having to accept civilian oversight – or is the religiously conservative government trying to get rid of a secular safeguard?"
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Turkey urges for EU "sincerity" over membership bid
"Turkey urges for EU 'sincerity' over membership bid
www.chinaview.cn 2009-12-31 04:46:22
ANKARA, Dec. 30 (Xinhua) -- Turkish Prime Minister Recep TayyipErdogan on Wednesday urged the European Union (EU) to show 'sincerity' over Turkey's bid to join the 27-nation bloc.
Turkey has been resolute in the membership bid despite 'unfair treatment often seen' in its relations with the EU, Erdogan said in a televised address to the nation."
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www.chinaview.cn 2009-12-31 04:46:22
ANKARA, Dec. 30 (Xinhua) -- Turkish Prime Minister Recep TayyipErdogan on Wednesday urged the European Union (EU) to show 'sincerity' over Turkey's bid to join the 27-nation bloc.
Turkey has been resolute in the membership bid despite 'unfair treatment often seen' in its relations with the EU, Erdogan said in a televised address to the nation."
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Fatih Akın unveils ‘Soul Kitchen’ at İstanbul gala
"Fatih Akın unveils ‘Soul Kitchen’ at İstanbul gala
Fatih Akın unveils ‘Soul Kitchen’ at İstanbul gala - Fatih Akın brought “Soul Kitchen,” his newest, Venice Film Festival award-winning comedy, to İstanbul on Tuesday night ahead of the theatrical release of the film throughout Turkey this Friday.
Fatih Akın brought “Soul Kitchen,” his newest, Venice Film Festival award-winning comedy, to İstanbul on Tuesday night ahead of the theatrical release of the film throughout Turkey this Friday."
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Fatih Akın unveils ‘Soul Kitchen’ at İstanbul gala - Fatih Akın brought “Soul Kitchen,” his newest, Venice Film Festival award-winning comedy, to İstanbul on Tuesday night ahead of the theatrical release of the film throughout Turkey this Friday.
Fatih Akın brought “Soul Kitchen,” his newest, Venice Film Festival award-winning comedy, to İstanbul on Tuesday night ahead of the theatrical release of the film throughout Turkey this Friday."
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Tensions Tighten Between Greek Orthodox Patriarch, Turkish Government | Europe | English
"Tensions Tighten Between Greek Orthodox Patriarch, Turkish Government
The head of the Eastern Orthodox Church Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew of Constantinople, in an interview with the U.S.-based program '60 Minutes' that was aired last week, complained of the poor treatment by Turkish authorities of Christians continues."
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The head of the Eastern Orthodox Church Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew of Constantinople, in an interview with the U.S.-based program '60 Minutes' that was aired last week, complained of the poor treatment by Turkish authorities of Christians continues."
More:Tensions Tighten Between Greek Orthodox Patriarch, Turkish Government | Europe | English
Turkey steals the crown for top 2010 holiday spot as operators slash prices in war for business | Mail Online
"Turkey poised for holiday boom as travel operators slash prices in battle for business
By Sarah Gordon
Last updated at 5:57 PM on 30th December 2009
As the busiest period for booking holiday begins, Turkey is coming out on top as the most popular destination for 2010 breaks, according to the latest figures from tour operators."
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By Sarah Gordon
Last updated at 5:57 PM on 30th December 2009
As the busiest period for booking holiday begins, Turkey is coming out on top as the most popular destination for 2010 breaks, according to the latest figures from tour operators."
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Jim Walter says Turkish firm owes it $89 million | GadsdenTimes.com | Gadsden Times | Gadsden, AL
"Jim Walter says Turkish firm owes it $89 million
The Associated Press
Published: Wednesday, December 30, 2009 at 11:03 a.m.
Last Modified: Wednesday, December 30, 2009 at 11:03 a.m.
Jim Walter Resources is suing a Turkish steelmaker for more than $89 million, saying the company refused to accept deliveries under a contract."
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The Associated Press
Published: Wednesday, December 30, 2009 at 11:03 a.m.
Last Modified: Wednesday, December 30, 2009 at 11:03 a.m.
Jim Walter Resources is suing a Turkish steelmaker for more than $89 million, saying the company refused to accept deliveries under a contract."
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Turkey's Gul defends military over criticism
"Turkey's Gul defends military over criticism
30 Dec 2009 12:55:27 GMT
ANKARA, Dec 30 (Reuters) - Turkish President Abdullah Gul said on Wednesday the military was facing 'unnecessary and unjust' criticism, comments that appeared aimed at easing tensions with the armed forces over suspected anti-government conspiracies."
More:Reuters AlertNet - Turkey's Gul defends military over criticism
30 Dec 2009 12:55:27 GMT
ANKARA, Dec 30 (Reuters) - Turkish President Abdullah Gul said on Wednesday the military was facing 'unnecessary and unjust' criticism, comments that appeared aimed at easing tensions with the armed forces over suspected anti-government conspiracies."
More:Reuters AlertNet - Turkey's Gul defends military over criticism
Activists protest Marmaris Municipality for animal rights
"Activists protest Marmaris Municipality for animal rights
Animal rights activists in the Aegean city of Muğla protested the Marmaris Municipality arguing that the animals kept in a shelter are not well taken care of."
More:Activists protest Marmaris Municipality for animal rights - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Animal rights activists in the Aegean city of Muğla protested the Marmaris Municipality arguing that the animals kept in a shelter are not well taken care of."
More:Activists protest Marmaris Municipality for animal rights - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
EU Slams Turkey For Being Slow On Reform | RSD Reports
"EU Slams Turkey For Being Slow On Reform
Wednesday, December 02, 2009
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As it has done on various occasions over the last three years, the European Parliament's foreign affairs committee yesterday (11 February) expressed concern about a 'continuous slowdown of the reform process' in Turkey, in a resolution adopted by overwhelming majority."
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Wednesday, December 02, 2009
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As it has done on various occasions over the last three years, the European Parliament's foreign affairs committee yesterday (11 February) expressed concern about a 'continuous slowdown of the reform process' in Turkey, in a resolution adopted by overwhelming majority."
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Turkish Media Mogul Aydin Dogan Quits Amid Tax Row (Update1) - BusinessWeek
"Turkish Media Mogul Aydin Dogan Quits Amid Tax Row (Update1)
December 30, 2009, 10:39 AM EST
By Ben Holland
Dec. 30 (Bloomberg) -- Aydin Dogan, the Turkish media tycoon battling with the government over $3.8 billion of tax bills, quit as chairman of his main companies and announced plans for family members to withdraw from management."
More:Turkish Media Mogul Aydin Dogan Quits Amid Tax Row (Update1) - BusinessWeek
December 30, 2009, 10:39 AM EST
By Ben Holland
Dec. 30 (Bloomberg) -- Aydin Dogan, the Turkish media tycoon battling with the government over $3.8 billion of tax bills, quit as chairman of his main companies and announced plans for family members to withdraw from management."
More:Turkish Media Mogul Aydin Dogan Quits Amid Tax Row (Update1) - BusinessWeek
A Fuzzy Milestone for Turkish Media
"A Fuzzy Milestone for Turkish Media
Ertugrul Ozkok, the editor-in-chief of Hurriyet, has resigned yesterday.
While he was making his to emotional fairwell speech at Hurriyet's newsroom meeting, I was a feet away from him, observing his mixed feelings of sadness and joy."
More:The Istanbulian: A Fuzzy Milestone for Turkish Media
Ertugrul Ozkok, the editor-in-chief of Hurriyet, has resigned yesterday.
While he was making his to emotional fairwell speech at Hurriyet's newsroom meeting, I was a feet away from him, observing his mixed feelings of sadness and joy."
More:The Istanbulian: A Fuzzy Milestone for Turkish Media
Turkey offers medical treatment for injured Iraqis
"Turkey offers medical treatment for injured Iraqis
www.chinaview.cn 2009-12-31 00:18:41
ANKARA, Dec. 30 (Xinhua) -- Turkey said on Wednesday that 15 injured Iraqi people would be brought to Turkey for medical treatment.
A statement issued by the Turkish Foreign Ministry said that the 15 Iraqis injured in a Sunday bombing would be brought in by an ambulance plane of the Turkish Air Forces later Wednesday."
More:Turkey offers medical treatment for injured Iraqis_English_Xinhua
www.chinaview.cn 2009-12-31 00:18:41
ANKARA, Dec. 30 (Xinhua) -- Turkey said on Wednesday that 15 injured Iraqi people would be brought to Turkey for medical treatment.
A statement issued by the Turkish Foreign Ministry said that the 15 Iraqis injured in a Sunday bombing would be brought in by an ambulance plane of the Turkish Air Forces later Wednesday."
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Turkey and its generals: These cursed plots | The Economist
"Turkey and its generals
These cursed plots
Dec 30th 2009 | ISTANBUL
From The Economist print edition
The latest episodes in various alleged conspiracies against the government
IT HAS been a rotten year for Turkey’s generals. A series of leaked documents, tapped phone calls and sometimes plain accidents have exposed enough instances of shenanigans and mischief to shake the faith of even the most hard-core secularist. Recep Tayyip Erdogan, the prime minister, has spoken of “historic changes”. The days when civilians took their orders from generals in Turkey may be gone for good."
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These cursed plots
Dec 30th 2009 | ISTANBUL
From The Economist print edition
The latest episodes in various alleged conspiracies against the government
IT HAS been a rotten year for Turkey’s generals. A series of leaked documents, tapped phone calls and sometimes plain accidents have exposed enough instances of shenanigans and mischief to shake the faith of even the most hard-core secularist. Recep Tayyip Erdogan, the prime minister, has spoken of “historic changes”. The days when civilians took their orders from generals in Turkey may be gone for good."
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December Eco-Tidbits from Turkey : TreeHugger
"December Eco-Tidbits from Turkey
by Jennifer Hattam, Istanbul, Turkey on 12.30.09
Expectations from this month's United Nations Conference on Climate Change in Copenhagen were dashed in Turkey, as they were in many places around the world. December also saw Turkey open the environment chapter in its negotiations to join the European Union, a process that would involve implementing new environmental legislation to match EU standards on air and water quality. Other eco-related developments didn't make the headline news, but still prompted reactions of both "süper" (yep, just like in English, but with an umlaut) and "maalesef" (unfortunately):"
More:December Eco-Tidbits from Turkey : TreeHugger
by Jennifer Hattam, Istanbul, Turkey on 12.30.09
Expectations from this month's United Nations Conference on Climate Change in Copenhagen were dashed in Turkey, as they were in many places around the world. December also saw Turkey open the environment chapter in its negotiations to join the European Union, a process that would involve implementing new environmental legislation to match EU standards on air and water quality. Other eco-related developments didn't make the headline news, but still prompted reactions of both "süper" (yep, just like in English, but with an umlaut) and "maalesef" (unfortunately):"
More:December Eco-Tidbits from Turkey : TreeHugger
Turkey's Welcome Voice of Support
"Turkey's Welcome Voice of Support
Turkey has now turned into a conundrum for Israel and the US. (Google)
By Jeremy Salt
Is Turkey's relationship with Israel going through a rocky patch or has it passed the point of no return?
A week in politics is a long time, and all the rest of it, but it does seem that Turkish foreign policy has undergone a sea change since the election of the Justice and Development Party (AKP) in 2002. Continuing difficulties in relationships with that amorphous package known as 'the west' is one reason."
More:The Palestine Chronicle: A Leading Online Newspaper on Palestine, Israel and the Middle East
Turkey has now turned into a conundrum for Israel and the US. (Google)
By Jeremy Salt
Is Turkey's relationship with Israel going through a rocky patch or has it passed the point of no return?
A week in politics is a long time, and all the rest of it, but it does seem that Turkish foreign policy has undergone a sea change since the election of the Justice and Development Party (AKP) in 2002. Continuing difficulties in relationships with that amorphous package known as 'the west' is one reason."
More:The Palestine Chronicle: A Leading Online Newspaper on Palestine, Israel and the Middle East
Turkey, Israel ink civil aviation deal
"Turkey, Israel ink civil aviation deal
www.chinaview.cn 2009-12-30 20:37:06
ANKARA, Dec. 30 (Xinhua) -- Turkey and Israel have signed an agreement that enables more than one airline companies to operate flights between the two countries, the semi-official Anatolia news agency reported Wednesday."
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www.chinaview.cn 2009-12-30 20:37:06
ANKARA, Dec. 30 (Xinhua) -- Turkey and Israel have signed an agreement that enables more than one airline companies to operate flights between the two countries, the semi-official Anatolia news agency reported Wednesday."
More:Turkey, Israel ink civil aviation deal_English_Xinhua
Turkey, UAE form delegation for joint cooperation areas [ WORLD BULLETIN- TURKEY NEWS, WORLD NEWS ]
"Turkey, UAE form delegation for joint cooperation areas
Turkey and the United Arab Emirates decided to prepare a joint delegation to assess new investment and cooperation areas and carry out joint projects."
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Turkey and the United Arab Emirates decided to prepare a joint delegation to assess new investment and cooperation areas and carry out joint projects."
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In Istanbul, Where Breakfast Is King
"In Istanbul, Where Breakfast Is King
By SUSANNE FOWLER
The city of Van in far eastern Turkey is famous for its Armenian ruins, stunning scenery and rare white cats — and terrific breakfast-only restaurants featuring earthy cheeses and delectable local honey. But travelers to Istanbul don’t have to venture nearly 900 miles eastward to sample this authentic regional specialty."
More:In Istanbul, Where Breakfast Is King - In Transit Blog - NYTimes.com
By SUSANNE FOWLER
The city of Van in far eastern Turkey is famous for its Armenian ruins, stunning scenery and rare white cats — and terrific breakfast-only restaurants featuring earthy cheeses and delectable local honey. But travelers to Istanbul don’t have to venture nearly 900 miles eastward to sample this authentic regional specialty."
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Dinamo’s Virtual Scouting, Rubin’s Transfer Itch, and Some Turkish Traffic « Russian Football Now
"Dinamo’s Virtual Scouting, Rubin’s Transfer Itch, and Some Turkish Traffic
by Andrew Skomra
Sarsania appears content with restricting his striker search to Eastern Europe, at least for now. Berdiýew appears not content with Spalletti having free reign over the Italian market, wanting to demonstrate that he too knows a thing or two about Serie A. And never-mind Fatih Tekke, there are some other Turks and Süper Lig players on the minds of Russian football execs."
More:Dinamo’s Virtual Scouting, Rubin’s Transfer Itch, and Some Turkish Traffic « Russian Football Now
by Andrew Skomra
Sarsania appears content with restricting his striker search to Eastern Europe, at least for now. Berdiýew appears not content with Spalletti having free reign over the Italian market, wanting to demonstrate that he too knows a thing or two about Serie A. And never-mind Fatih Tekke, there are some other Turks and Süper Lig players on the minds of Russian football execs."
More:Dinamo’s Virtual Scouting, Rubin’s Transfer Itch, and Some Turkish Traffic « Russian Football Now
Turkey's SPK Proposes New Rules To Encourage New Listings -IHA
"Turkey's SPK Proposes New Rules To Encourage New Listings -IHA
ISTANBUL (IHA)--Turkey's Capital Markets Board, or SPK, has proposed new regulations aimed to ease the holding of initial public offerings and encourage new listings on the Istanbul Stock Exchange.
SPK released the proposals on its official Web site late Tuesday to get feedback from investors."
More:Turkey's SPK Proposes New Rules To Encourage New Listings -IHA
ISTANBUL (IHA)--Turkey's Capital Markets Board, or SPK, has proposed new regulations aimed to ease the holding of initial public offerings and encourage new listings on the Istanbul Stock Exchange.
SPK released the proposals on its official Web site late Tuesday to get feedback from investors."
More:Turkey's SPK Proposes New Rules To Encourage New Listings -IHA
Huge Potential O&G Reserves in the Black Sea Will Enable Turkey to Achieve Energy Self Sufficiency
"Huge Potential O&G Reserves in the Black Sea Will Enable Turkey to Achieve Energy Self Sufficiency
Recent exploration in the Black Sea has yielded huge potential oil and gas reserves equivalent to at least 10 billion barrels of oil and 1.5 tcm of gas.
PR Log (Press Release) – Dec 30, 2009 – Recent exploration in the Black Sea has yielded huge potential oil and gas reserves equivalent to at least 10 billion barrels of oil and 1.5 tcm of gas. These potential reserves have immense potential to increase the oil and gas production of Turkey in the coming years. With a total production of 30,000 barrels of oil per day, North western part of Black Sea has been one of the major proven reservoirs till date. Turkey is a major importer of natural gas and crude oil but these prospective reserves have the potential to transform Turkey into a energy self sufficient country."
More:Huge Potential O&G Reserves in the Black Sea Will Enable Turkey to Achieve Energy Self Sufficiency
Recent exploration in the Black Sea has yielded huge potential oil and gas reserves equivalent to at least 10 billion barrels of oil and 1.5 tcm of gas.
PR Log (Press Release) – Dec 30, 2009 – Recent exploration in the Black Sea has yielded huge potential oil and gas reserves equivalent to at least 10 billion barrels of oil and 1.5 tcm of gas. These potential reserves have immense potential to increase the oil and gas production of Turkey in the coming years. With a total production of 30,000 barrels of oil per day, North western part of Black Sea has been one of the major proven reservoirs till date. Turkey is a major importer of natural gas and crude oil but these prospective reserves have the potential to transform Turkey into a energy self sufficient country."
More:Huge Potential O&G Reserves in the Black Sea Will Enable Turkey to Achieve Energy Self Sufficiency
International railway routes Baku-Ankara and Baku-Istanbul to be launched
"International railway routes Baku-Ankara and Baku-Istanbul to be launched
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'The construction of the Baku-Tbilisi-Kars railway is proceeding on schedule.
However, there are some delays due to weather conditions but we hope to complete as planned even with an insignificant delay', said Nadir Azmammadov, spokesman for Azerbaijan State Railway Company."
More:News.Az - International railway routes Baku-Ankara and Baku-Istanbul to be launched
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'The construction of the Baku-Tbilisi-Kars railway is proceeding on schedule.
However, there are some delays due to weather conditions but we hope to complete as planned even with an insignificant delay', said Nadir Azmammadov, spokesman for Azerbaijan State Railway Company."
More:News.Az - International railway routes Baku-Ankara and Baku-Istanbul to be launched
Turkish court seeks to tie murder of Christians to army plot
"Turkish court seeks to tie murder of Christians to army plot
By Damaris Kremida, CDN
ISTANBUL, December 29 (CDN) — Malatya’s Third Criminal Court on Friday (Dec. 25) took further steps to connect the murders of three Christians in southeastern Turkey to a Turkish military plan to destabilize the pro-Islamic government."
More:Turkish court seeks to tie murder of Christians to army plot
By Damaris Kremida, CDN
ISTANBUL, December 29 (CDN) — Malatya’s Third Criminal Court on Friday (Dec. 25) took further steps to connect the murders of three Christians in southeastern Turkey to a Turkish military plan to destabilize the pro-Islamic government."
More:Turkish court seeks to tie murder of Christians to army plot
Turkish soldiers released in army probe
"Turkish soldiers released in army probe
Military says police search at special forces base lawful
By Simon Cameron-Moore, Reuters
ISTANBUL — Eight Turkish soldiers held in an investigation into a possible anti-government conspiracy were released without charge on Tuesday, in a move likely to ease concerns about strains between the military and government."
More:Turkish soldiers released in army probe
Military says police search at special forces base lawful
By Simon Cameron-Moore, Reuters
ISTANBUL — Eight Turkish soldiers held in an investigation into a possible anti-government conspiracy were released without charge on Tuesday, in a move likely to ease concerns about strains between the military and government."
More:Turkish soldiers released in army probe
Vodafone to buy Turkish operator
"Vodafone to buy Turkish operator
LONDON (MarketWatch) -- Vodafone Group /quotes/comstock/15*!vod/quotes/nls/vod (VOD 23.11, +0.11, +0.48%) /quotes/comstock/23s!a:vod (UK:VOD 143.45, -0.35, -0.24%) said it's going to buy Borusan Telekom, an enterprise focused provider of fixed voice and data services in Turkey, for an undisclosed price. Borusan Telekom had gross assets of $18 million for 2008 on revenue of $70 million."
More:Vodafone to buy Turkish operator - MarketWatch
LONDON (MarketWatch) -- Vodafone Group /quotes/comstock/15*!vod/quotes/nls/vod (VOD 23.11, +0.11, +0.48%) /quotes/comstock/23s!a:vod (UK:VOD 143.45, -0.35, -0.24%) said it's going to buy Borusan Telekom, an enterprise focused provider of fixed voice and data services in Turkey, for an undisclosed price. Borusan Telekom had gross assets of $18 million for 2008 on revenue of $70 million."
More:Vodafone to buy Turkish operator - MarketWatch
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
Eight Turkish soldiers released in army probe | World | Reuters
"Eight Turkish soldiers released in army probe
Wed Dec 30, 2009 5:43am IST
By Simon Cameron-Moore
ISTANBUL (Reuters) - Eight Turkish soldiers held in an investigation into a possible anti-government conspiracy were released without charge on Tuesday, in a move likely to ease concerns about strains between the military and government."
More:Eight Turkish soldiers released in army probe | World | Reuters
Wed Dec 30, 2009 5:43am IST
By Simon Cameron-Moore
ISTANBUL (Reuters) - Eight Turkish soldiers held in an investigation into a possible anti-government conspiracy were released without charge on Tuesday, in a move likely to ease concerns about strains between the military and government."
More:Eight Turkish soldiers released in army probe | World | Reuters
Switzerland spoiled Turkey’s EU dream
"Switzerland spoiled Turkey’s EU dream
MEHMET ALİ BİRAND
We will evaluate 2009 from different angles but one of the most meaningful developments we might say was the referendum on minarets in Switzerland.
Switzerland is a country of 7.6 million people living well in the heart of Europe. Their only concern is their suspicion and fear to lose this obtained comfort and environment. They are a very calm and nice people welcoming foreigners with open arms as long as they bring currency."
More:Switzerland spoiled Turkey’s EU dream - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
MEHMET ALİ BİRAND
We will evaluate 2009 from different angles but one of the most meaningful developments we might say was the referendum on minarets in Switzerland.
Switzerland is a country of 7.6 million people living well in the heart of Europe. Their only concern is their suspicion and fear to lose this obtained comfort and environment. They are a very calm and nice people welcoming foreigners with open arms as long as they bring currency."
More:Switzerland spoiled Turkey’s EU dream - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Five Turkish soldiers released in army probe | World | Reuters
"Five Turkish soldiers released in army probe
Wed Dec 30, 2009 3:52am IST
By Simon Cameron-Moore
ISTANBUL (Reuters) - A Turkish prosecutor released five soldiers and asked a court to remand three others in custody on Tuesday in an investigation into a possible anti-government conspiracy, Turkish media reported."
More:Five Turkish soldiers released in army probe | World | Reuters
Wed Dec 30, 2009 3:52am IST
By Simon Cameron-Moore
ISTANBUL (Reuters) - A Turkish prosecutor released five soldiers and asked a court to remand three others in custody on Tuesday in an investigation into a possible anti-government conspiracy, Turkish media reported."
More:Five Turkish soldiers released in army probe | World | Reuters
Do countries go insane?
"Do countries go insane?
BURAK BEKDIL
For famous film director Nuri Bilge Ceylan, Turkey is a “beautiful and lonely homeland.” If Turkey were a film, it would have found no more than a few viewers for being “too unreal and grotesque.” If it were a comedy series it would be found too serious. If it were a documentary it would be too funny."
More:Do countries go insane? - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
BURAK BEKDIL
For famous film director Nuri Bilge Ceylan, Turkey is a “beautiful and lonely homeland.” If Turkey were a film, it would have found no more than a few viewers for being “too unreal and grotesque.” If it were a comedy series it would be found too serious. If it were a documentary it would be too funny."
More:Do countries go insane? - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Turkey Carries Out Multidimensional Foreign Policy, Babacan
"Turkey Carries Out Multidimensional Foreign Policy, Babacan
Tuesday, 29 December 2009
Turkish State Minister & Deputy Prime Minister Ali Babacan said on Tuesday that Turkey carried out a multi-dimensional foreign policy.
In an exclusive interview with TV channel Kanal 24, Babacan gave information about the recent developments in Turkish economy as well as expectations for 2010. "
More:Turkey Carries Out Multidimensional Foreign Policy, Babacan
Tuesday, 29 December 2009
Turkish State Minister & Deputy Prime Minister Ali Babacan said on Tuesday that Turkey carried out a multi-dimensional foreign policy.
In an exclusive interview with TV channel Kanal 24, Babacan gave information about the recent developments in Turkish economy as well as expectations for 2010. "
More:Turkey Carries Out Multidimensional Foreign Policy, Babacan
Turkey urges Israel to refrain from new settlement bid
"Turkey urges Israel to refrain from new settlement bid
www.chinaview.cn 2009-12-30 05:38:39
ANKARA, Dec. 29 (Xinhua) -- Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Tuesday urged Israel to refrain from a bid to build new settlement units in East Jerusalem.
Israel should think about its decision once again and refrain from such actions in Palestinian territories under occupation, the ministry said in a statement."
More:Turkey urges Israel to refrain from new settlement bid_English_Xinhua
www.chinaview.cn 2009-12-30 05:38:39
ANKARA, Dec. 29 (Xinhua) -- Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs on Tuesday urged Israel to refrain from a bid to build new settlement units in East Jerusalem.
Israel should think about its decision once again and refrain from such actions in Palestinian territories under occupation, the ministry said in a statement."
More:Turkey urges Israel to refrain from new settlement bid_English_Xinhua
Ankara court summons Kurdish leaders - UPI.com
"Ankara court summons Kurdish leaders
ANKARA, Turkey, Dec. 29 (UPI) -- A criminal court in Ankara issued a summons for four members of an outlawed pro-Kurdish political party because of alleged links to a Kurdish terrorist group."
More:Ankara court summons Kurdish leaders - UPI.com
ANKARA, Turkey, Dec. 29 (UPI) -- A criminal court in Ankara issued a summons for four members of an outlawed pro-Kurdish political party because of alleged links to a Kurdish terrorist group."
More:Ankara court summons Kurdish leaders - UPI.com
Internal crisis in Turkey to influence further steps of country's leadership: head of Center for Strategic Studies under President of Azerbaijan
"Internal crisis in Turkey to influence further steps of country's leadership: head of Center for Strategic Studies under President of Azerbaijan
Azerbaijan, Baku, December 29 / Trend News, U.Sadikhova /
The domestic political situation in Turkey, which more remembers political crisis, will further influence the development of the situation around the normalization of Turkish-Armenian relations, said the head of the Center for Strategic Studies under the President of Azerbaijan Elkhan Nuriyev."
More:Trend News: Internal crisis in Turkey to influence further steps of country's leadership: head of Center for Strategic Studies under President of Azerbaijan
Azerbaijan, Baku, December 29 / Trend News, U.Sadikhova /
The domestic political situation in Turkey, which more remembers political crisis, will further influence the development of the situation around the normalization of Turkish-Armenian relations, said the head of the Center for Strategic Studies under the President of Azerbaijan Elkhan Nuriyev."
More:Trend News: Internal crisis in Turkey to influence further steps of country's leadership: head of Center for Strategic Studies under President of Azerbaijan
Life for bomber of minibus in which Irish tourist died | IOL
"Life for bomber of minibus in which Irish tourist died
29/12/2009 - 18:16:03
A Kurdish separatist was convicted today of a minibus blast in 2005 that killed five people including Waterford teenager Tara Whelan."
More:Life for bomber of minibus in which Irish tourist died | IOL
29/12/2009 - 18:16:03
A Kurdish separatist was convicted today of a minibus blast in 2005 that killed five people including Waterford teenager Tara Whelan."
More:Life for bomber of minibus in which Irish tourist died | IOL
Tensions seen not to derail Turkey's reform for Kurd rights
"Tensions seen not to derail Turkey's reform for Kurd rights
www.chinaview.cn 2009-12-30 03:00:14
by Wang Xiuqiong, Zheng Jinfa
ANKARA, Dec. 29 (Xinhua) -- Turkey's ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) is seen in a strong position to push ahead with its reform to expand rights for the Kurdish minority and end decades of the armed conflict between the Turkish government and the outlawed Kurdish Workers' Party (PKK)."
More:Tensions seen not to derail Turkey's reform for Kurd rights_English_Xinhua
www.chinaview.cn 2009-12-30 03:00:14
by Wang Xiuqiong, Zheng Jinfa
ANKARA, Dec. 29 (Xinhua) -- Turkey's ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) is seen in a strong position to push ahead with its reform to expand rights for the Kurdish minority and end decades of the armed conflict between the Turkish government and the outlawed Kurdish Workers' Party (PKK)."
More:Tensions seen not to derail Turkey's reform for Kurd rights_English_Xinhua
'Honour killing': father beat daughter in face with club
"'Honour killing': father beat daughter in face with club
December 30, 2009 - 6:25AM
A 50-year-old Turkish man was jailed for life in Germany on Tuesday over the brutal 'honour killing' of his 20-year-old daughter, a murder carried out together with the victim's twin brother."
More:'Honour killing': father beat daughter in face with club
December 30, 2009 - 6:25AM
A 50-year-old Turkish man was jailed for life in Germany on Tuesday over the brutal 'honour killing' of his 20-year-old daughter, a murder carried out together with the victim's twin brother."
More:'Honour killing': father beat daughter in face with club
Istanbul's President Hotel receives ‘green star’
"Istanbul's President Hotel receives ‘green star’
Best Western The President Hotel has become the first hotel in Istanbul to obtain a Green Star certificate, which the Ministry of Culture and Tourism awards only to the most environmentally friendly hotels."
More:Istanbul's President Hotel receives ‘green star’ - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Best Western The President Hotel has become the first hotel in Istanbul to obtain a Green Star certificate, which the Ministry of Culture and Tourism awards only to the most environmentally friendly hotels."
More:Istanbul's President Hotel receives ‘green star’ - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
SAM: Turkish-Azerbaijani ties and situation in Turkey to start clarifying by next April
"SAM: Turkish-Azerbaijani ties and situation in Turkey to start clarifying by next April
Baku, Fineko/abc.az. The Centre for Strategic Surveys (SAM) under the Presidential Administration of Azerbaijan expects clarification of links between Turkey, Azerbaijan and Armenia in spring of 2010.
Today SAM director Elkhan Nuriyev said that the Centre studied seriously relationships between Turkey and Armenia and was to submit soon an analytical report on the occasion."
More:Azerbaijan Business Center
Baku, Fineko/abc.az. The Centre for Strategic Surveys (SAM) under the Presidential Administration of Azerbaijan expects clarification of links between Turkey, Azerbaijan and Armenia in spring of 2010.
Today SAM director Elkhan Nuriyev said that the Centre studied seriously relationships between Turkey and Armenia and was to submit soon an analytical report on the occasion."
More:Azerbaijan Business Center
Turkish court orders Kurdish lawmakers to be forcibly brought to trial
"Turkish court orders Kurdish lawmakers to be forcibly brought to trial
While an Ankara court has issued an order for four former deputies of Turkey’s pro-Kurdish party to be forcibly brought to court on terrorist propaganda charges, the four say the decision is discriminatory and against the law"
More:Turkish court orders Kurdish lawmakers to be forcibly brought to trial - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
While an Ankara court has issued an order for four former deputies of Turkey’s pro-Kurdish party to be forcibly brought to court on terrorist propaganda charges, the four say the decision is discriminatory and against the law"
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German court hands down life sentence in honor killing | Germany | Deutsche Welle | 29.12.2009
"German court hands down life sentence in honor killing
A Kurdish man has been sentenced to life in prison for ordering the honor killing of his daughter. The girl's brother was also sentenced for his role in carrying out the brutal murder with the help of an accomplice."
More:German court hands down life sentence in honor killing | Germany | Deutsche Welle | 29.12.2009
A Kurdish man has been sentenced to life in prison for ordering the honor killing of his daughter. The girl's brother was also sentenced for his role in carrying out the brutal murder with the help of an accomplice."
More:German court hands down life sentence in honor killing | Germany | Deutsche Welle | 29.12.2009
Report: Building collapses in Istanbul (12:00 a.m.) | Sun.Star Network Online
"Report: Building collapses in Istanbul (12:00 a.m.)
ISTANBUL — A six-story building collapsed Tuesday in Istanbul, injuring several people, a news agency reported.
The private Dogan news agency reported that several ambulances and firefighters have been sent to the scene, in the low-income Sancaktepe neighborhood, on the Asian side of the city."
More:Report: Building collapses in Istanbul (12:00 a.m.) | Sun.Star Network Online
ISTANBUL — A six-story building collapsed Tuesday in Istanbul, injuring several people, a news agency reported.
The private Dogan news agency reported that several ambulances and firefighters have been sent to the scene, in the low-income Sancaktepe neighborhood, on the Asian side of the city."
More:Report: Building collapses in Istanbul (12:00 a.m.) | Sun.Star Network Online
Lab rules out anthrax in letter to Turkish judge
"Lab rules out anthrax in letter to Turkish judge
29 Dec 2009 15:48:14 GMT
Source: Reuters
ISTANBUL, Dec 29 (Reuters) - Turkish authorities on Tuesday said a suspicious powder found in a letter addressed to the head of the top administrative court was not anthrax as initially suspected, the state-run Anatolian news agency said."
More:Reuters AlertNet - Lab rules out anthrax in letter to Turkish judge
29 Dec 2009 15:48:14 GMT
Source: Reuters
ISTANBUL, Dec 29 (Reuters) - Turkish authorities on Tuesday said a suspicious powder found in a letter addressed to the head of the top administrative court was not anthrax as initially suspected, the state-run Anatolian news agency said."
More:Reuters AlertNet - Lab rules out anthrax in letter to Turkish judge
Turkish military says acquiesced to police search
"Turkish military says acquiesced to police search
29 Dec 2009 10:53:04 GMT
Source: Reuters
* Military says police search at special forces base lawful
* Detention order on soldiers due to expire late Tuesday
* Deputy PM says no assassination plot, but 'bad intentions'
By Simon Cameron-Moore
ISTANBUL, Dec 29 (Reuters) - Turkey's powerful military said on Tuesday it had no objections to police searching the headquarters of a special forces unit in connection with an investigation in a possible anti-government conspiracy."
More:Reuters AlertNet - Turkish military says acquiesced to police search
29 Dec 2009 10:53:04 GMT
Source: Reuters
* Military says police search at special forces base lawful
* Detention order on soldiers due to expire late Tuesday
* Deputy PM says no assassination plot, but 'bad intentions'
By Simon Cameron-Moore
ISTANBUL, Dec 29 (Reuters) - Turkey's powerful military said on Tuesday it had no objections to police searching the headquarters of a special forces unit in connection with an investigation in a possible anti-government conspiracy."
More:Reuters AlertNet - Turkish military says acquiesced to police search
Wartsila gains presence in Turkey energy market | 29 December 2009 | www.commodityonline.com
"Wartsila gains presence in Turkey energy market
2009-12-29 09:10:00
HELSINKI, FINLAND (Commodity Online): Wartsila is on course to supply power generation solutions to Turkish power plants to well over 2000 MW as it has received four more gas power platn orders.Wärtsilä already has a strong presence in Turkey."
More:Commodity Stocks News | Wartsila gains presence in Turkey energy market | 29 December 2009 | www.commodityonline.com
2009-12-29 09:10:00
HELSINKI, FINLAND (Commodity Online): Wartsila is on course to supply power generation solutions to Turkish power plants to well over 2000 MW as it has received four more gas power platn orders.Wärtsilä already has a strong presence in Turkey."
More:Commodity Stocks News | Wartsila gains presence in Turkey energy market | 29 December 2009 | www.commodityonline.com
Turkish military denies clandestine intel unit over political murders
"Turkish military denies clandestine intel unit over political murders
A clandestine military intelligence unit, long known as JITEM has been brought to the forefront of public attention by Ergenekon trial and claims by ex-PKK members."
More:Turkish military denies clandestine intel unit over political murders [ WORLD BULLETIN- TURKEY NEWS, WORLD NEWS ]
A clandestine military intelligence unit, long known as JITEM has been brought to the forefront of public attention by Ergenekon trial and claims by ex-PKK members."
More:Turkish military denies clandestine intel unit over political murders [ WORLD BULLETIN- TURKEY NEWS, WORLD NEWS ]
Ergenekon case lawyer found dead
"Ergenekon case lawyer found dead
Ahmet Ülger, a lawyer for Oktay Yıldırım in the Ergenekon case, was found dead in front of his house Monday.
The building’s caretaker found Ülger. He was believed to have suffered a heart attack. His body was transferred to a forensic medicine morgue after an inspection by the public prosecutor. Ülger’s funeral is scheduled for Florya Yeni Mosque on Tuesday."
More:Ergenekon case lawyer found dead - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Ahmet Ülger, a lawyer for Oktay Yıldırım in the Ergenekon case, was found dead in front of his house Monday.
The building’s caretaker found Ülger. He was believed to have suffered a heart attack. His body was transferred to a forensic medicine morgue after an inspection by the public prosecutor. Ülger’s funeral is scheduled for Florya Yeni Mosque on Tuesday."
More:Ergenekon case lawyer found dead - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Turkey's C.Bank announces rise in inflation [ WORLD BULLETIN- TURKEY NEWS, WORLD NEWS ]
"Turkey's C.Bank announces rise in inflation
Central Bank said on the recent board meeting said the rise in inflation was due to soaring food, energy and gold prices.
Monetary Policy Board of Turkey's Central Bank announced Tuesday that the consumer prices index increased by 1.27% in December, causing the annual inflation to rise 0.45% up to 5.53%."
More:Turkey's C.Bank announces rise in inflation [ WORLD BULLETIN- TURKEY NEWS, WORLD NEWS ]
Central Bank said on the recent board meeting said the rise in inflation was due to soaring food, energy and gold prices.
Monetary Policy Board of Turkey's Central Bank announced Tuesday that the consumer prices index increased by 1.27% in December, causing the annual inflation to rise 0.45% up to 5.53%."
More:Turkey's C.Bank announces rise in inflation [ WORLD BULLETIN- TURKEY NEWS, WORLD NEWS ]
New system for energy efficiency introduced for Turkish buildings
"New system for energy efficiency introduced for Turkish buildings
The Energy Efficiency Consultancy, or EVD, presented a new system to calculate the energy efficiency of buildings during a press meeting on Tuesday. The new system, which will be in effect on July 1, will enable Turkey to save more energy."
More:New system for energy efficiency introduced for Turkish buildings - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
The Energy Efficiency Consultancy, or EVD, presented a new system to calculate the energy efficiency of buildings during a press meeting on Tuesday. The new system, which will be in effect on July 1, will enable Turkey to save more energy."
More:New system for energy efficiency introduced for Turkish buildings - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Turkey welcomes nearly 26 mln tourists in 2009
"Turkey welcomes nearly 26 mln tourists in 2009
Turkey has welcomed nearly 26 million tourists in the first 11 months of 2009.
During January-November period, mostly German, Russian and British tourists preferred Turkey as a holiday destination and tourists mainly visited the Mediterranean region.
A total of 25,850,971 tourists visited Turkey in this period, with a 2.4 percent rise in last year's figures, officials said."
More:world tourism journal: Turkey welcomes nearly 26 mln tourists in 2009
Turkey has welcomed nearly 26 million tourists in the first 11 months of 2009.
During January-November period, mostly German, Russian and British tourists preferred Turkey as a holiday destination and tourists mainly visited the Mediterranean region.
A total of 25,850,971 tourists visited Turkey in this period, with a 2.4 percent rise in last year's figures, officials said."
More:world tourism journal: Turkey welcomes nearly 26 mln tourists in 2009
White powder causes anthrax panic in Turkish post office
"White powder causes anthrax panic in Turkish post office
A powder that came out of an envelope sent to Mustafa Birden, the head of Turkey’s top administrative court, the Council of State, caused an anthrax panic in a post office in Ankara, news agencies reported. "
More:White powder causes anthrax panic in Turkish post office - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
A powder that came out of an envelope sent to Mustafa Birden, the head of Turkey’s top administrative court, the Council of State, caused an anthrax panic in a post office in Ankara, news agencies reported. "
More:White powder causes anthrax panic in Turkish post office - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Cyprus peace talks: Greek and Turkish leaders turn to kitchen table diplomacy - Telegraph
"Cyprus peace talks: Greek and Turkish leaders turn to kitchen table diplomacy
Greek and Turkish leaders in Cyprus are to embark on a new round of 'kitchen table diplomacy' in the New Year in an attempt to reach a breakthrough agreement before elections on the northern side of the island in April."
More:Cyprus peace talks: Greek and Turkish leaders turn to kitchen table diplomacy - Telegraph
Greek and Turkish leaders in Cyprus are to embark on a new round of 'kitchen table diplomacy' in the New Year in an attempt to reach a breakthrough agreement before elections on the northern side of the island in April."
More:Cyprus peace talks: Greek and Turkish leaders turn to kitchen table diplomacy - Telegraph
Monday, December 28, 2009
Turkey-Armenia rapprochement: one step forward, two steps back
"Turkey-Armenia rapprochement: one step forward, two steps back
December 28, 2009
David J. Smith*
With considerable ado, Armenian Foreign Minister Edward Nalbandian and Turkish Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoğlu met in Zurich October 10 to sign an agreement that would establish diplomatic relations and re-open the border between their two countries."
More:georgiandaily.com - Turkey-Armenia rapprochement: one step forward, two steps back
December 28, 2009
David J. Smith*
With considerable ado, Armenian Foreign Minister Edward Nalbandian and Turkish Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoğlu met in Zurich October 10 to sign an agreement that would establish diplomatic relations and re-open the border between their two countries."
More:georgiandaily.com - Turkey-Armenia rapprochement: one step forward, two steps back
Workers protest over labor rights in Turkish capital
"Workers protest over labor rights in Turkish capital
www.chinaview.cn 2009-12-29 07:27:04
ANKARA, Dec. 28 (Xinhua) -- Thousands of workers of a former state alcohol and tobacco monopoly rallied in the Turkish capital Ankara on Monday in protest against possible layoffs due to the company's privatization."
More:Workers protest over labor rights in Turkish capital _English_Xinhua
www.chinaview.cn 2009-12-29 07:27:04
ANKARA, Dec. 28 (Xinhua) -- Thousands of workers of a former state alcohol and tobacco monopoly rallied in the Turkish capital Ankara on Monday in protest against possible layoffs due to the company's privatization."
More:Workers protest over labor rights in Turkish capital _English_Xinhua
Why is Namık Tan being sent to Washington?
"Why is Namık Tan being sent to Washington?
İLHAN TANIR
Former Turkish Ambassador Nabi Şensoy's abrupt resignation has caused much speculation and has changed some of the dynamics in the Turkish diplomatic world during the last few weeks. It has also forced Ankara to make a more careful choice for the Washington Post, taking newly emerging equations into consideration."
More:Why is Namık Tan being sent to Washington? - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
İLHAN TANIR
Former Turkish Ambassador Nabi Şensoy's abrupt resignation has caused much speculation and has changed some of the dynamics in the Turkish diplomatic world during the last few weeks. It has also forced Ankara to make a more careful choice for the Washington Post, taking newly emerging equations into consideration."
More:Why is Namık Tan being sent to Washington? - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Turkey reiterates determination to fight terrorism as tensions grow
"Turkey reiterates determination to fight terrorism as tensions grow
www.chinaview.cn 2009-12-29 03:39:45
ANKARA, Dec. 28 (Xinhua) -- Turkey's top security board said on Monday that the country would continue to fight terrorism with determination and called for national unity as tensions rose in the country."
More:Turkey reiterates determination to fight terrorism as tensions grow_English_Xinhua
www.chinaview.cn 2009-12-29 03:39:45
ANKARA, Dec. 28 (Xinhua) -- Turkey's top security board said on Monday that the country would continue to fight terrorism with determination and called for national unity as tensions rose in the country."
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Pro-Kurdish riots grip southern Turkey - UPI.com
"Pro-Kurdish riots grip southern Turkey
Published: Dec. 28, 2009 at 1:49 PM
ANKARA, Turkey, Dec. 28 (UPI) -- Pro-Kurdish demonstrators clashed with riot police in southeast Turkey following an uproar over the arrest of backers of the banned Kurdistan Workers' Party."
More:Pro-Kurdish riots grip southern Turkey - UPI.com
Published: Dec. 28, 2009 at 1:49 PM
ANKARA, Turkey, Dec. 28 (UPI) -- Pro-Kurdish demonstrators clashed with riot police in southeast Turkey following an uproar over the arrest of backers of the banned Kurdistan Workers' Party."
More:Pro-Kurdish riots grip southern Turkey - UPI.com
Turkey expects new negotiating chapters with the EU to be opened during Spain EU Presidency
"Turkey expects new negotiating chapters with the EU to be opened during Spain EU Presidency
28 December 2009 | 19:34 | FOCUS News Agency
Madrid./Ankara. Turkey expects new negotiating chapters with the EU to be opened during Spain EU rotation Presidency, which will be taken over as of January 1, 2010, CNN Turk television informed. The Lisbon Treaty will be applied for the first time during the Spain EU rotation Presidency."
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28 December 2009 | 19:34 | FOCUS News Agency
Madrid./Ankara. Turkey expects new negotiating chapters with the EU to be opened during Spain EU rotation Presidency, which will be taken over as of January 1, 2010, CNN Turk television informed. The Lisbon Treaty will be applied for the first time during the Spain EU rotation Presidency."
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Ankara losing money on BTC
"Ankara losing money on BTC
Published: Dec. 28, 2009 at 12:32 PM
ANKARA, Turkey, Dec. 28 (UPI) -- Turkish pipeline company BOTAS lost more than $200 million since the Baku-Tbilisi-Ceyhan oil pipeline went into operation, reports said."
More:Ankara losing money on BTC - UPI.com
Published: Dec. 28, 2009 at 12:32 PM
ANKARA, Turkey, Dec. 28 (UPI) -- Turkish pipeline company BOTAS lost more than $200 million since the Baku-Tbilisi-Ceyhan oil pipeline went into operation, reports said."
More:Ankara losing money on BTC - UPI.com
Turkey security council meets, plot probe deepens | World | Reuters
"Turkey security council meets, plot probe deepens
Mon Dec 28, 2009 10:46pm IST
ISTANBUL (Reuters) - Turkey's civilian and military leaders met on Monday as police searched a key unit of the army's special forces for a third day in an investigation into a suspected plot to assassinate the deputy prime minister."
More:Turkey security council meets, plot probe deepens | World | Reuters
Mon Dec 28, 2009 10:46pm IST
ISTANBUL (Reuters) - Turkey's civilian and military leaders met on Monday as police searched a key unit of the army's special forces for a third day in an investigation into a suspected plot to assassinate the deputy prime minister."
More:Turkey security council meets, plot probe deepens | World | Reuters
Labor slams Lieberman over comments against Turkish mediation - Israel News, Ynetnews
"Labor slams Lieberman over comments against Turkish mediation
In response to FM's call for direct talks with Syria 'without mediators, definitely not Turkish ones,' Labor members say he is harming Israel's interests. Barak: Turkey one of most important countries in Middle East"
More:Labor slams Lieberman over comments against Turkish mediation - Israel News, Ynetnews
In response to FM's call for direct talks with Syria 'without mediators, definitely not Turkish ones,' Labor members say he is harming Israel's interests. Barak: Turkey one of most important countries in Middle East"
More:Labor slams Lieberman over comments against Turkish mediation - Israel News, Ynetnews
Akenerji of Turkey to increase capital almost six-fold | Markets | Reuters
"Akenerji of Turkey to increase capital almost six-fold
ISTANBUL, Dec 28 (Reuters) - Akenerji (AKENR.IS), a Turkish power producer part-owned by CEZ (CEZPsp.PR), said on Monday it will increase its capital by 475 percent to 375.8 million lira ($568 million)."
More:Akenerji of Turkey to increase capital almost six-fold | Markets | Reuters
ISTANBUL, Dec 28 (Reuters) - Akenerji (AKENR.IS), a Turkish power producer part-owned by CEZ (CEZPsp.PR), said on Monday it will increase its capital by 475 percent to 375.8 million lira ($568 million)."
More:Akenerji of Turkey to increase capital almost six-fold | Markets | Reuters
Turkey security council meets, plot probe deepens
"Turkey security council meets, plot probe deepens
Tuesday December 29, 2009 12:00:17 AM GMT
Reuters News
TURKEY-PLOT/
* Government, military meet during search of army facility
* Target of possible assassination attempt denies plot
ISTANBUL, Dec 28 (Reuters) - Turkey's civilian and military leaders met on Monday as police searched a key unit of the army's special forces for a third day in an investigation into a suspected plot to assassinate the deputy prime minister."
More:Turkey security council meets, plot probe deepens
Tuesday December 29, 2009 12:00:17 AM GMT
Reuters News
TURKEY-PLOT/
* Government, military meet during search of army facility
* Target of possible assassination attempt denies plot
ISTANBUL, Dec 28 (Reuters) - Turkey's civilian and military leaders met on Monday as police searched a key unit of the army's special forces for a third day in an investigation into a suspected plot to assassinate the deputy prime minister."
More:Turkey security council meets, plot probe deepens
Protest held near Israeli embassy in Turkey | News from Armenia - NEWS.am
"Protest held near Israeli embassy in Turkey
10:04 / 12/28/2009
A protest action was held near the Israeli embassy in Turkey on an anniversary day of Israeli operations launch.
The demonstration was organized by Friends of Palestine Society in Ankara, that was formed as a result of operations conducted by Israel a year ago in Gaza."
More:Protest held near Israeli embassy in Turkey | News from Armenia - NEWS.am
10:04 / 12/28/2009
A protest action was held near the Israeli embassy in Turkey on an anniversary day of Israeli operations launch.
The demonstration was organized by Friends of Palestine Society in Ankara, that was formed as a result of operations conducted by Israel a year ago in Gaza."
More:Protest held near Israeli embassy in Turkey | News from Armenia - NEWS.am
Turkish-style green certificate to be launched
"Turkish-style green certificate to be launched
ENİS TAYMAN
ISTANBUL - Referans
Energy-hungry Turkey is eager to adopt green building certificates, but the existing international options might not be suitable for the country’s specific conditions, an expert warns. The Environment-Friendly Green Buildings Association is working on creating a Turkey-specific certificate based on the global BREEAM certificate"
More:Turkish-style green certificate to be launched - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
ENİS TAYMAN
ISTANBUL - Referans
Energy-hungry Turkey is eager to adopt green building certificates, but the existing international options might not be suitable for the country’s specific conditions, an expert warns. The Environment-Friendly Green Buildings Association is working on creating a Turkey-specific certificate based on the global BREEAM certificate"
More:Turkish-style green certificate to be launched - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Turkey should be the first to ratify the protocols
"Turkey should be the first to ratify the protocols
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2009 was a crucial year for Armenia’s foreign policy, said Eduard Sharmazanov, secretary of Republican Party of Armenia parliamentary group."
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2009 was a crucial year for Armenia’s foreign policy, said Eduard Sharmazanov, secretary of Republican Party of Armenia parliamentary group."
More:News.Az - Turkey should be the first to ratify the protocols
MSM Signs MoU With Istanbul Stock Exchange - Banking Business Review
"MSM Signs MoU With Istanbul Stock Exchange
Published: 28-Dec-2009
To strengthen cross-border trading
The Muscat Securities Market (MSM) and Istanbul Stock Exchange (ISE) have entered into a bilateral agreement to list each other's companies and to trade in on the securities of both markets, reported Zawya.com."
More:MSM Signs MoU With Istanbul Stock Exchange - Banking Business Review
Published: 28-Dec-2009
To strengthen cross-border trading
The Muscat Securities Market (MSM) and Istanbul Stock Exchange (ISE) have entered into a bilateral agreement to list each other's companies and to trade in on the securities of both markets, reported Zawya.com."
More:MSM Signs MoU With Istanbul Stock Exchange - Banking Business Review
GE aims to turn Turkey into a supply base
"GE aims to turn Turkey into a supply base
BEGÜM GÜRSOY
ANKARA - Referans
General Electric has over 11,600 wind turbine installations with more than 18,000 MW of capacity worldwide. DHA photo
General Electric has over 11,600 wind turbine installations with more than 18,000 MW of capacity worldwide. DHA photo
General Electric, a U.S. conglomerate that also produces wind power plant equipment, is closely monitoring the Turkish market for the opportunity to establish a plant and perhaps turn the country into a supply base."
More:GE aims to turn Turkey into a supply base - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
BEGÜM GÜRSOY
ANKARA - Referans
General Electric has over 11,600 wind turbine installations with more than 18,000 MW of capacity worldwide. DHA photo
General Electric has over 11,600 wind turbine installations with more than 18,000 MW of capacity worldwide. DHA photo
General Electric, a U.S. conglomerate that also produces wind power plant equipment, is closely monitoring the Turkish market for the opportunity to establish a plant and perhaps turn the country into a supply base."
More:GE aims to turn Turkey into a supply base - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Turkish military in spotlight as plot probe deepen - World - Javno
"Turkish military in spotlight as plot probe deepen
A search of army offices has put the once-omnipotent Turkish military under unprecedented pressure.
ANKARA, December 28, 2009 (AFP) - A search of army offices has put the once-omnipotent Turkish military under unprecedented pressure, stoking fears of a deepening rift between the Islamist-rooted government and its secularist opponents.
Eight soldiers were detained and offices of the secretive special forces were searched at length over the weekend after two soldiers were arrested near the Ankara home of Deputy Prime Minister Bulent Arinc on Saturday night."
More:Turkish military in spotlight as plot probe deepen - World - Javno
A search of army offices has put the once-omnipotent Turkish military under unprecedented pressure.
ANKARA, December 28, 2009 (AFP) - A search of army offices has put the once-omnipotent Turkish military under unprecedented pressure, stoking fears of a deepening rift between the Islamist-rooted government and its secularist opponents.
Eight soldiers were detained and offices of the secretive special forces were searched at length over the weekend after two soldiers were arrested near the Ankara home of Deputy Prime Minister Bulent Arinc on Saturday night."
More:Turkish military in spotlight as plot probe deepen - World - Javno
Turkey tops the list of 2010 holiday destinations
"Turkey tops the list of 2010 holiday destinations
Published by Ozgur Tore
Monday, 28 December 2009
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The first shots of a package holiday price war have been fired with tour companies offering a host of discounts as they attempt to capitalise on a recovering market.
Bookings for the top 20 summer 2010 destinations have increased sharply over the past three months, according to the Co-operative Travel company."
More:Focus on Travel News: Daily Travel News website and Newsletter - Turkey tops the list of 2010 holiday destinations
Published by Ozgur Tore
Monday, 28 December 2009
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The first shots of a package holiday price war have been fired with tour companies offering a host of discounts as they attempt to capitalise on a recovering market.
Bookings for the top 20 summer 2010 destinations have increased sharply over the past three months, according to the Co-operative Travel company."
More:Focus on Travel News: Daily Travel News website and Newsletter - Turkey tops the list of 2010 holiday destinations
Erdogan: no tension between government, army (SETimes.com)
"Erdogan: no tension between government, army
28/12/2009
ANKARA, Turkey -- Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Sunday (December 27th) refuted claims of tension between the government and the army. The statement came as state prosecutors looking into an alleged assassination plot against Deputy Prime Minister Bulent Arinc raided an army office in Ankara for the second time in as many days."
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28/12/2009
ANKARA, Turkey -- Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Sunday (December 27th) refuted claims of tension between the government and the army. The statement came as state prosecutors looking into an alleged assassination plot against Deputy Prime Minister Bulent Arinc raided an army office in Ankara for the second time in as many days."
More:Erdogan: no tension between government, army (SETimes.com)
AFP: S.Korea eyes nuclear contract with Turkey
"S.Korea eyes nuclear contract with Turkey
(AFP) – 11 hours ago
SEOUL — South Korea is seeking a nuclear power plant contract in Turkey following its landmark 20.4 billion dollar deal with the United Arab Emirates, an official said Monday.
'Nothing has been decided, but we plan to bid for a nuclear power plant project in Turkey,' a spokesman for state utility Korea Electric Power Corp (KEPCO) told AFP."
More:AFP: S.Korea eyes nuclear contract with Turkey
(AFP) – 11 hours ago
SEOUL — South Korea is seeking a nuclear power plant contract in Turkey following its landmark 20.4 billion dollar deal with the United Arab Emirates, an official said Monday.
'Nothing has been decided, but we plan to bid for a nuclear power plant project in Turkey,' a spokesman for state utility Korea Electric Power Corp (KEPCO) told AFP."
More:AFP: S.Korea eyes nuclear contract with Turkey
Syria, Turkey to Develop Media Relations
"Syria, Turkey to Develop Media Relations
27 December 2009
Damascus - Chairman of the Journalists Union Elias Mourad and Turkish General Secretary of Medialog Platform Erkam Tufan Aytav on Sunday discussed means of enhancing media relations between the two institutions.
Media workshops to introduce the historic relations between Syria and Turkey are to be organized for this purpose.
Mourad stressed the importance of such cooperation between Syrian and Turkish journalists serving the interests of both countries."
More:Syria, Turkey to Develop Media Relations
27 December 2009
Damascus - Chairman of the Journalists Union Elias Mourad and Turkish General Secretary of Medialog Platform Erkam Tufan Aytav on Sunday discussed means of enhancing media relations between the two institutions.
Media workshops to introduce the historic relations between Syria and Turkey are to be organized for this purpose.
Mourad stressed the importance of such cooperation between Syrian and Turkish journalists serving the interests of both countries."
More:Syria, Turkey to Develop Media Relations
Global events firm reaches out to Istanbul
"Global events firm reaches out to Istanbul
HATİCE UTKAN
ISTANBUL - Hürriyet Daily News
The significance of Istanbul, Turkey’s economic heartland, as an events center is also attracting event organizers. France’s GL Events, the world’s biggest in the sector, opened its Istanbul office earlier this year. The firm wishes to turn Istanbul into ‘an event heaven,’ says Olivier Moyse, GL Events managing director in Turkey"
More:Global events firm reaches out to Istanbul - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
HATİCE UTKAN
ISTANBUL - Hürriyet Daily News
The significance of Istanbul, Turkey’s economic heartland, as an events center is also attracting event organizers. France’s GL Events, the world’s biggest in the sector, opened its Istanbul office earlier this year. The firm wishes to turn Istanbul into ‘an event heaven,’ says Olivier Moyse, GL Events managing director in Turkey"
More:Global events firm reaches out to Istanbul - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Kurdish conundrum
"Kurdish conundrum
By David L. Phillips
The ambush and killing of seven Turkish soldiers two weeks ago by the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) was a desperate act by an increasingly irrelevant organization marginalized by the Turkish government's initiative to expand political and cultural rights of Kurds."
More:Kurdish conundrum - Washington Times
By David L. Phillips
The ambush and killing of seven Turkish soldiers two weeks ago by the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) was a desperate act by an increasingly irrelevant organization marginalized by the Turkish government's initiative to expand political and cultural rights of Kurds."
More:Kurdish conundrum - Washington Times
Lieberman: No Turkish mediation as long as I'm in office - Israel News, Ynetnews
"Lieberman: No Turkish mediation as long as I'm in office
Foreign minister addresses Israeli diplomats, calls on Syria to launch direct talks with Israel. Palestinian leadership not ready to sign peace agreement with Israel, he says"
More:Lieberman: No Turkish mediation as long as I'm in office - Israel News, Ynetnews
Foreign minister addresses Israeli diplomats, calls on Syria to launch direct talks with Israel. Palestinian leadership not ready to sign peace agreement with Israel, he says"
More:Lieberman: No Turkish mediation as long as I'm in office - Israel News, Ynetnews
Sunday, December 27, 2009
Free trade deals help Turkey during the crisis
"Free trade deals help Turkey during the crisis
Free trade agreements constitute an important tool in developing economic cooperation, encouraging liberalization of goods trade and establishing fair competitive conditions in bilateral trade. Exports to the countries Turkey has signed free trade agreements with increased 10 percent within the first 10 months of the year while the country’s aggregate exports dropped 28 percent"
More:Free trade deals help Turkey during the crisis - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Free trade agreements constitute an important tool in developing economic cooperation, encouraging liberalization of goods trade and establishing fair competitive conditions in bilateral trade. Exports to the countries Turkey has signed free trade agreements with increased 10 percent within the first 10 months of the year while the country’s aggregate exports dropped 28 percent"
More:Free trade deals help Turkey during the crisis - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Gov’t-military tension mounts ahead of key summit
"Gov’t-military tension mounts ahead of key summit
SERKAN DEMİRTAŞ/Analysis
ANKARA – Hürriyet Daily News
Tension resulting from disputes among Turkey’s top institutions – the military, the government and police and intelligence organizations – intensifies over the weekend with an investigation into an alleged assassination plot against the country’s deputy prime minister. The rising discord comes just before a key National Security Council meeting"
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SERKAN DEMİRTAŞ/Analysis
ANKARA – Hürriyet Daily News
Tension resulting from disputes among Turkey’s top institutions – the military, the government and police and intelligence organizations – intensifies over the weekend with an investigation into an alleged assassination plot against the country’s deputy prime minister. The rising discord comes just before a key National Security Council meeting"
More:Gov’t-military tension mounts ahead of key summit - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
From the Bosphorus: Straight - A display of political maturity
"From the Bosphorus: Straight - A display of political maturity
At any given moment, an inclination to discouragement is a mood in Turkey with all but endless sources of reinforcement. More arrests in Ergenekon. Tense generals in the wake of a mysterious suicide. Hopes of peace dashed by a terrorist attack. Rising ethnic tensions amid a party closure and politicians losing their temper in Ankara or Diyarbakır. A journalist gunned down in mid-day in Bandırma. Claims of a murder conspiracy by a minister and former parliamentary speaker. And so much more."
More:From the Bosphorus: Straight - A display of political maturity - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
At any given moment, an inclination to discouragement is a mood in Turkey with all but endless sources of reinforcement. More arrests in Ergenekon. Tense generals in the wake of a mysterious suicide. Hopes of peace dashed by a terrorist attack. Rising ethnic tensions amid a party closure and politicians losing their temper in Ankara or Diyarbakır. A journalist gunned down in mid-day in Bandırma. Claims of a murder conspiracy by a minister and former parliamentary speaker. And so much more."
More:From the Bosphorus: Straight - A display of political maturity - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Kurdish demonstrators clash with Turkish police | Europe | Deutsche Welle | 27.12.2009
"Kurdish demonstrators clash with Turkish police
Kurdish protesters clashed with Turkish police Sunday, angry over last week's arrests of 31 Kurdish officials. Turkey says those arrested were suspected of having ties with Kurdish separatists."
More:Kurdish demonstrators clash with Turkish police | Europe | Deutsche Welle | 27.12.2009
Kurdish protesters clashed with Turkish police Sunday, angry over last week's arrests of 31 Kurdish officials. Turkey says those arrested were suspected of having ties with Kurdish separatists."
More:Kurdish demonstrators clash with Turkish police | Europe | Deutsche Welle | 27.12.2009
American Writers in Istanbul
"World Books Review: American Writers in Istanbul
By World Books ⋅ December 27, 2009
This study of American writers in Istanbul should have been a fascinating example of multicultural literary analysis, but academic jargon and heavy-handed politicizing get in the way.
American Writers in Istanbul: Melville, Twain, Hemingway, Dos Passos, Bowles, Algren, and Baldwin by Kim Fortuny. Syracuse University Press, 238 pages. $34.95.
Reviewed by Vincent Czyz
Ostensibly, the purpose of “American Writers in Istanbul,” as stated in the foreword, is to examine “both the ways in which each author reacts to the great city and the placement of their writings about Istanbul … within their total oeuvre.” Which authors you ask? Literary legends such as Herman Melville, Mark Twain, Ernst Hemingway, John Dos Passos, and James Baldwin. As an avid reader, a writer, and a former inhabitant of Istanbul (for nearly nine years), I was determined to like, laud, and recommend this book. It is with genuine regret that I have to do just the opposite."
More:World Books Review: American Writers in Istanbul | Books | PRI's The World
By World Books ⋅ December 27, 2009
This study of American writers in Istanbul should have been a fascinating example of multicultural literary analysis, but academic jargon and heavy-handed politicizing get in the way.
American Writers in Istanbul: Melville, Twain, Hemingway, Dos Passos, Bowles, Algren, and Baldwin by Kim Fortuny. Syracuse University Press, 238 pages. $34.95.
Reviewed by Vincent Czyz
Ostensibly, the purpose of “American Writers in Istanbul,” as stated in the foreword, is to examine “both the ways in which each author reacts to the great city and the placement of their writings about Istanbul … within their total oeuvre.” Which authors you ask? Literary legends such as Herman Melville, Mark Twain, Ernst Hemingway, John Dos Passos, and James Baldwin. As an avid reader, a writer, and a former inhabitant of Istanbul (for nearly nine years), I was determined to like, laud, and recommend this book. It is with genuine regret that I have to do just the opposite."
More:World Books Review: American Writers in Istanbul | Books | PRI's The World
Hagia Sophia's History Reflects Istanbul's: Church, Mosque and Museum, It Inspires All Who See It
"Hagia Sophia's History Reflects Istanbul's
Dec 27, 2009 David Tschanz
When first entering Hagia Sophia in 537 tradition has it that the Emperor Justinian proclaimed 'Solomon, I have out done thee!'
Nine centuries later, the Ottoman conqueror, Mehmet II took possession of this architectural marvel with a simpler 'I declare this a mosque.'"
More:Hagia Sophia's History Reflects Istanbul's: Church, Mosque and Museum, It Inspires All Who See It
Dec 27, 2009 David Tschanz
When first entering Hagia Sophia in 537 tradition has it that the Emperor Justinian proclaimed 'Solomon, I have out done thee!'
Nine centuries later, the Ottoman conqueror, Mehmet II took possession of this architectural marvel with a simpler 'I declare this a mosque.'"
More:Hagia Sophia's History Reflects Istanbul's: Church, Mosque and Museum, It Inspires All Who See It
SOUND BOMB IN ISTANBUL BUT NO CASUALTIES REPORTED: SOURCES | Brunei fm World - Non Commercial News Hub
"SOUND BOMB IN ISTANBUL BUT NO CASUALTIES REPORTED: SOURCES
ISTANBUL, Dec 27 (NNN-KUNA) — A sound bomb exploded in Istanbul on Saturday but did not cause human casualties, Turkish security sources said.
CNN-Turk news network quoted the sources as saying the explosion took place in front of the Justice zone in Cicli area in the European part of Istanbul, Turkey’s largest cities."
More:SOUND BOMB IN ISTANBUL BUT NO CASUALTIES REPORTED: SOURCES | Brunei fm World - Non Commercial News Hub
ISTANBUL, Dec 27 (NNN-KUNA) — A sound bomb exploded in Istanbul on Saturday but did not cause human casualties, Turkish security sources said.
CNN-Turk news network quoted the sources as saying the explosion took place in front of the Justice zone in Cicli area in the European part of Istanbul, Turkey’s largest cities."
More:SOUND BOMB IN ISTANBUL BUT NO CASUALTIES REPORTED: SOURCES | Brunei fm World - Non Commercial News Hub
More dissident voices rise from Turkey's ruling party
"More dissident voices rise from Turkey's ruling party
Just a day after Elazığ deputy Feyzi İşbaşaran resigned from the Justice and Development Party, or AKP, Ankara deputy Zekai Özcan criticized his party over the ongoing Kurdish move.
“If I do not speak [about this], I would be shirking my duty,” Özcan said, according to daily Hürriyet’s Web site."
More:More dissident voices rise from Turkey's ruling party - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Just a day after Elazığ deputy Feyzi İşbaşaran resigned from the Justice and Development Party, or AKP, Ankara deputy Zekai Özcan criticized his party over the ongoing Kurdish move.
“If I do not speak [about this], I would be shirking my duty,” Özcan said, according to daily Hürriyet’s Web site."
More:More dissident voices rise from Turkey's ruling party - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Turkish PM rejects tensions rise with army | World | Reuters
"Turkish PM rejects tensions rise with army
ANKARA (Reuters) - Turkish Prime Minister Tayyip Erdogan denied tension between his government and the military as state prosecutors investigating an alleged assassination plot searched an army office on Sunday."
More:Turkish PM rejects tensions rise with army | World | Reuters
ANKARA (Reuters) - Turkish Prime Minister Tayyip Erdogan denied tension between his government and the military as state prosecutors investigating an alleged assassination plot searched an army office on Sunday."
More:Turkish PM rejects tensions rise with army | World | Reuters
Turkey Aims to Become World’s Second Largest Olive Oil Producer | Green Prophet
"Turkey Aims to Become World’s Second Largest Olive Oil Producer
olive trees in greece photoKnown for its health benefits, olive oil is such a defining part of the food culture in the Levant and Mediterranean region. Turkey aims to be #2, reports Arieh O’Sullivan.
Government incentives and intensive planting of vast new plantations hope to set Turkey on path to topple rivals Italy, Greece and Tunisia for number two olive producing slot in the world.
Turkey is working hard on overtaking its Mediterranean neighbors to become the world’s second largest producer of olive oil."
More:Turkey Aims to Become World’s Second Largest Olive Oil Producer | Green Prophet
olive trees in greece photoKnown for its health benefits, olive oil is such a defining part of the food culture in the Levant and Mediterranean region. Turkey aims to be #2, reports Arieh O’Sullivan.
Government incentives and intensive planting of vast new plantations hope to set Turkey on path to topple rivals Italy, Greece and Tunisia for number two olive producing slot in the world.
Turkey is working hard on overtaking its Mediterranean neighbors to become the world’s second largest producer of olive oil."
More:Turkey Aims to Become World’s Second Largest Olive Oil Producer | Green Prophet
S.Korea, Turkey in talks on nuclear power deal | Markets | Reuters
"S.Korea, Turkey in talks on nuclear power deal
By Cho Mee-young
SEOUL, Dec 27 (Reuters) - South Korea's Korea Electric Power Corp. (KEPCO) (015760.KS) said on Sunday it was in talks with Turkey to export two nuclear power reactors to Black Sea areas."
More:S.Korea, Turkey in talks on nuclear power deal | Markets | Reuters
By Cho Mee-young
SEOUL, Dec 27 (Reuters) - South Korea's Korea Electric Power Corp. (KEPCO) (015760.KS) said on Sunday it was in talks with Turkey to export two nuclear power reactors to Black Sea areas."
More:S.Korea, Turkey in talks on nuclear power deal | Markets | Reuters
Win some, lose some; Turkey looks forward to 2010 « Land of Lights – Local English Newspaper – Fethiye
"Win some, lose some; Turkey looks forward to 2010
The Turkish government unveiled bold initiatives in 2009 in a bid to solve the decades-long problems of the country on the domestic front but has failed to finalize any of them by year’s end amid mounting opposition in Parliament and growing skepticism among the people."
More:Win some, lose some; Turkey looks forward to 2010 « Land of Lights – Local English Newspaper – Fethiye
The Turkish government unveiled bold initiatives in 2009 in a bid to solve the decades-long problems of the country on the domestic front but has failed to finalize any of them by year’s end amid mounting opposition in Parliament and growing skepticism among the people."
More:Win some, lose some; Turkey looks forward to 2010 « Land of Lights – Local English Newspaper – Fethiye
The Washington summit and Turkish-American relations - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
"The Washington summit and Turkish-American relations
CEM BİRSAY
The outcomes of Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s Washington visit are deemed to have a critical significance and have its reflections in the media. According to the comments made in general, the Turkish-American relations began to re-rail and a new partnership is about to emerge. However, whether or not this visit has reached its goals in reality, will be understood through which extent both countries will fulfill their mutual commitments."
More:The Washington summit and Turkish-American relations - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
CEM BİRSAY
The outcomes of Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s Washington visit are deemed to have a critical significance and have its reflections in the media. According to the comments made in general, the Turkish-American relations began to re-rail and a new partnership is about to emerge. However, whether or not this visit has reached its goals in reality, will be understood through which extent both countries will fulfill their mutual commitments."
More:The Washington summit and Turkish-American relations - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Saturday, December 26, 2009
Istanbul: There are two sides to this city’s story - Europe, Travel - The Independent
"Istanbul: There are two sides to this city’s story
Istanbul will ring in the New Year as a European City of Culture. It's a well-deserved honour, says Adrian Mourby, for they're still digging up objects that could be the oldest signs of civilisation in the history of the continent"
More:Istanbul: There are two sides to this city’s story - Europe, Travel - The Independent
Istanbul will ring in the New Year as a European City of Culture. It's a well-deserved honour, says Adrian Mourby, for they're still digging up objects that could be the oldest signs of civilisation in the history of the continent"
More:Istanbul: There are two sides to this city’s story - Europe, Travel - The Independent
Iran for Turkey option on nuclear fuel
"Iran for Turkey option on nuclear fuel
Atul Aneja
Iran has expressed its willingness to swap its low enriched uranium stocks with nuclear fuel in Turkey as part of a confidence building deal with global powers.
Iran’s Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki told state television that Tehran “does not have a problem with Turkish soil” as the location for the exchange. “Exchange is acceptable,” he said. “They [West] have to do the trust-building, and then it is pursuable”. “The ball is in their own court, they should answer us,” he said. “Threat and sanctions are useless.”"
More:The Hindu : News / International : Iran for Turkey option on nuclear fuel
Atul Aneja
Iran has expressed its willingness to swap its low enriched uranium stocks with nuclear fuel in Turkey as part of a confidence building deal with global powers.
Iran’s Foreign Minister Manouchehr Mottaki told state television that Tehran “does not have a problem with Turkish soil” as the location for the exchange. “Exchange is acceptable,” he said. “They [West] have to do the trust-building, and then it is pursuable”. “The ball is in their own court, they should answer us,” he said. “Threat and sanctions are useless.”"
More:The Hindu : News / International : Iran for Turkey option on nuclear fuel
Reports: Kurdish protesters clash with police in southeast Turkey
"Reports: Kurdish protesters clash with police in southeast Turkey
By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS (CP) – 6 hours ago
ANKARA, Turkey — A news agency says police have clashed with stone-throwing Kurdish demonstrators protesting the recent arrest of 23 Kurds on charges of links to Kurdish rebels.
The private Dogan news agency says clashes broke out Saturday in the mainly Kurdish towns of Yuksekova and Cizre, near the border with Iraq. There were no immediate reports of any arrests or injury."
More:The Canadian Press: Reports: Kurdish protesters clash with police in southeast Turkey
By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS (CP) – 6 hours ago
ANKARA, Turkey — A news agency says police have clashed with stone-throwing Kurdish demonstrators protesting the recent arrest of 23 Kurds on charges of links to Kurdish rebels.
The private Dogan news agency says clashes broke out Saturday in the mainly Kurdish towns of Yuksekova and Cizre, near the border with Iraq. There were no immediate reports of any arrests or injury."
More:The Canadian Press: Reports: Kurdish protesters clash with police in southeast Turkey
Turkish soldiers detained in assassination probe
"Turkish soldiers detained in assassination probe
26 Dec 2009 15:17:10 GMT
Source: Reuters
ANKARA, Dec 26 (Reuters) - Eight Turkish soldiers were detained on Saturday in an investigation into allegations of an assassination plot against Deputy Prime Minister Bulent Arinc.
The army general staff said in a statement that the soldiers were taken to Ankara central command headquarters in the morning after state prosecutors searched a military base in the capital."
More:Reuters AlertNet - Turkish soldiers detained in assassination probe
26 Dec 2009 15:17:10 GMT
Source: Reuters
ANKARA, Dec 26 (Reuters) - Eight Turkish soldiers were detained on Saturday in an investigation into allegations of an assassination plot against Deputy Prime Minister Bulent Arinc.
The army general staff said in a statement that the soldiers were taken to Ankara central command headquarters in the morning after state prosecutors searched a military base in the capital."
More:Reuters AlertNet - Turkish soldiers detained in assassination probe
Turkey plays geopolitical game with EU: Expert | News from Armenia
"Turkey plays geopolitical game with EU: Expert
14:37 / 12/26/2009
Reconciliation with Armenia is a part of geopolitical game that Turkey plays with West on the whole and EU in particular, Azerbaijani political expert Arif Yunus told 1news.az.
According to him, the Armenia-Turkey relations’ normalization has not failed yet “but each side wants to make the most of the process.”"
More:Turkey plays geopolitical game with EU: Expert | News from Armenia - NEWS.am
14:37 / 12/26/2009
Reconciliation with Armenia is a part of geopolitical game that Turkey plays with West on the whole and EU in particular, Azerbaijani political expert Arif Yunus told 1news.az.
According to him, the Armenia-Turkey relations’ normalization has not failed yet “but each side wants to make the most of the process.”"
More:Turkey plays geopolitical game with EU: Expert | News from Armenia - NEWS.am
Turkey tops the list of 2010 holiday destinations | Arab Turkish Travel Gazette
"Turkey tops the list of 2010 holiday destinations
December 26, 2009 | Travel deals
The first shots of a package holiday price war have been fired today with tour companies offering a host of discounts as they attempt to capitalise on a recovering market. Bookings for the top 20 summer 2010 destinations have increased sharply over the past three months, according to the Co-operative Travel company."
More:Turkey tops the list of 2010 holiday destinations | Arab Turkish Travel Gazette
December 26, 2009 | Travel deals
The first shots of a package holiday price war have been fired today with tour companies offering a host of discounts as they attempt to capitalise on a recovering market. Bookings for the top 20 summer 2010 destinations have increased sharply over the past three months, according to the Co-operative Travel company."
More:Turkey tops the list of 2010 holiday destinations | Arab Turkish Travel Gazette
Turkish soldiers get jail for up to 30 months
"Turkish soldiers get jail for up to 30 months
Sat, 26 Dec 2009 07:23:05 GMT
Eight Turkish defendants captured by Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) militants in 2007 have been sentenced to jail terms of up to 30 months.
According to judicial sources, the order was issued by a Turkish military court in the eastern city of Van on Friday."
More:Turkish soldiers get jail for up to 30 months
Sat, 26 Dec 2009 07:23:05 GMT
Eight Turkish defendants captured by Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) militants in 2007 have been sentenced to jail terms of up to 30 months.
According to judicial sources, the order was issued by a Turkish military court in the eastern city of Van on Friday."
More:Turkish soldiers get jail for up to 30 months
Turkey holds dozens in anti-PKK raids
"Turkey holds dozens in anti-PKK raids
Arrest during clashes between Kurds and Turkish police in Diyarbakir, 14 Dec 09
Protests erupted in Kurdish-majority areas earlier this month
Turkish police have detained more than 30 people, including several mayors of Kurdish-majority towns, in an operation against alleged Kurdish separatists."
More:BBC News - Turkey holds dozens in anti-PKK raids
Arrest during clashes between Kurds and Turkish police in Diyarbakir, 14 Dec 09
Protests erupted in Kurdish-majority areas earlier this month
Turkish police have detained more than 30 people, including several mayors of Kurdish-majority towns, in an operation against alleged Kurdish separatists."
More:BBC News - Turkey holds dozens in anti-PKK raids
Friday, December 25, 2009
Turkey's Pegasus plans IPO next year
"Turkey's Pegasus plans IPO next year
Istanbul : Pegasus Airlines, a Turkish budget airline, plans to hold an initial public offering in the second half of 2010, Chairman Ali Sabanci said on CNBC-e television.
The carrier will select an adviser for the IPO on January 8, Sabanci told the Istanbul-based channel yesterday."
More:gulfnews : Turkey's Pegasus plans IPO next year
Istanbul : Pegasus Airlines, a Turkish budget airline, plans to hold an initial public offering in the second half of 2010, Chairman Ali Sabanci said on CNBC-e television.
The carrier will select an adviser for the IPO on January 8, Sabanci told the Istanbul-based channel yesterday."
More:gulfnews : Turkey's Pegasus plans IPO next year
Undisclosed plans for Haydarpaşa 'killing Istanbul softly'
"Undisclosed plans for Haydarpaşa 'killing Istanbul softly'
Işıl Eğrikavuk
ISTANBUL- Hürriyet Daily News
A major architectural transformation project that will reconstruct the historic Haydarpaşa train station, the Haydarpaşa port and the surrounding area has caused a stir in Kadiköy. Although Istanbul authorities have accepted a plan to rezone the area, the details of the plan are still unknown to the public. Architects, NGOs and urban planners are concerned"
More:Undisclosed plans for Haydarpaşa 'killing Istanbul softly' - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Işıl Eğrikavuk
ISTANBUL- Hürriyet Daily News
A major architectural transformation project that will reconstruct the historic Haydarpaşa train station, the Haydarpaşa port and the surrounding area has caused a stir in Kadiköy. Although Istanbul authorities have accepted a plan to rezone the area, the details of the plan are still unknown to the public. Architects, NGOs and urban planners are concerned"
More:Undisclosed plans for Haydarpaşa 'killing Istanbul softly' - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Our energy strategy
"Our energy strategy
GİLA BENMAYOR
Energy and Natural Resources Minister Taner Yıldız has finally surprised us.
During a trip to Syria with Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, the minister announced a “price increase in natural gas.”"
More:Our energy strategy - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
GİLA BENMAYOR
Energy and Natural Resources Minister Taner Yıldız has finally surprised us.
During a trip to Syria with Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, the minister announced a “price increase in natural gas.”"
More:Our energy strategy - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Turkey-Armenia protocols signed – but what about trust?
"Turkey-Armenia protocols signed – but what about trust?
İrem KÖKER
YEREVAN, Armenia - Hürriyet Daily News
Of the worst places to lose your passport, Armenia would no doubt top the list for Turks. The reason is simple: There are no diplomatic ties between Turkey and Armenia and, thus, no diplomatic mission."
More:Turkey-Armenia protocols signed – but what about trust? - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
İrem KÖKER
YEREVAN, Armenia - Hürriyet Daily News
Of the worst places to lose your passport, Armenia would no doubt top the list for Turks. The reason is simple: There are no diplomatic ties between Turkey and Armenia and, thus, no diplomatic mission."
More:Turkey-Armenia protocols signed – but what about trust? - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Criminal case filed against embattled Turkish media mogul : Business
"Criminal case filed against embattled Turkish media mogul
Istanbul - A prosecutor has filed a case against Aydin Dogan, Turkey's largest media owner, accusing him breaking the country's capital markets law, the Turkish press reported Friday. A lawyer for the company, Dogan Yayin, has confirmed that an Istanbul prosecutor has filed the case, which must first be accepted by a judge before it can proceed, according to reports"
More:Criminal case filed against embattled Turkish media mogul : Business
Istanbul - A prosecutor has filed a case against Aydin Dogan, Turkey's largest media owner, accusing him breaking the country's capital markets law, the Turkish press reported Friday. A lawyer for the company, Dogan Yayin, has confirmed that an Istanbul prosecutor has filed the case, which must first be accepted by a judge before it can proceed, according to reports"
More:Criminal case filed against embattled Turkish media mogul : Business
Galatasaray Winger Arda Turan Wants To Play For Liverpool - Report - Goal.com
"Galatasaray Winger Arda Turan Wants To Play For Liverpool - Report
Rumours emerge from the Super Lig...
25-Dec-2009 6:26:12 PM
Galatasaray midfielder Arda Turan has admitted that he would like to make a move to Liverpool in the near future."
More:Galatasaray Winger Arda Turan Wants To Play For Liverpool - Report - Goal.com
Rumours emerge from the Super Lig...
25-Dec-2009 6:26:12 PM
Galatasaray midfielder Arda Turan has admitted that he would like to make a move to Liverpool in the near future."
More:Galatasaray Winger Arda Turan Wants To Play For Liverpool - Report - Goal.com
Christians mark holiday with celebrations across Turkey - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
"Christians mark holiday with celebrations across Turkey
Christians throughout Turkey marked Christmas on Thursday and Friday with masses at Catholic and Orthodox churches while other celebrations were also held by other Christian citizens and expatriates."
More:Christians mark holiday with celebrations across Turkey - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Christians throughout Turkey marked Christmas on Thursday and Friday with masses at Catholic and Orthodox churches while other celebrations were also held by other Christian citizens and expatriates."
More:Christians mark holiday with celebrations across Turkey - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Turkey, Azerbaijan leave disputes behind - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
"Turkey, Azerbaijan leave disputes behind
Turkey and Azerbaijan left behind the disputes over reconciliation with Armenia and agreed to launch new joint projects, especially in energy"
More:Turkey, Azerbaijan leave disputes behind - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Turkey and Azerbaijan left behind the disputes over reconciliation with Armenia and agreed to launch new joint projects, especially in energy"
More:Turkey, Azerbaijan leave disputes behind - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
The Turks Question the Europeanness of the EU
"The Turks Question the Europeanness of the EU
European Union With Turkey
Friday, 25 December 2009
The minaret ban in Switzerland in beginning of December, a discussion about the French identity which includes a strict dissociation from Muslim lifestyle, a strengthening of conservative Christians in the German Chancellor Party, substantially unequal treatment about the Schengen Treaty, a European Council leader who favors a “Christian EU”, repeatedly comments of leading politicians against Turkish EU-accession and generally a small advance in the membership negotiations – the list of disappointments coming from Europe to Turkey is becoming longer. At the same time the appreciation for Turkish advancement is becoming less."
More:The Turks Question the Europeanness of the EU
European Union With Turkey
Friday, 25 December 2009
The minaret ban in Switzerland in beginning of December, a discussion about the French identity which includes a strict dissociation from Muslim lifestyle, a strengthening of conservative Christians in the German Chancellor Party, substantially unequal treatment about the Schengen Treaty, a European Council leader who favors a “Christian EU”, repeatedly comments of leading politicians against Turkish EU-accession and generally a small advance in the membership negotiations – the list of disappointments coming from Europe to Turkey is becoming longer. At the same time the appreciation for Turkish advancement is becoming less."
More:The Turks Question the Europeanness of the EU
Turkey Ventures into Satellite Media War
"Turkey Ventures into Satellite Media War
by Rachelle Kliger
Tuesday, December 22, 2009
Turkey plans to launch an Arabic language television station as part of efforts to strengthen relations with the Arab world.
Turkey is looking to buttress its relations with the Arab world by launching an Arabic-language satellite station."
More:Al-Darb Diya: Turkey Ventures into Satellite Media War
by Rachelle Kliger
Tuesday, December 22, 2009
Turkey plans to launch an Arabic language television station as part of efforts to strengthen relations with the Arab world.
Turkey is looking to buttress its relations with the Arab world by launching an Arabic-language satellite station."
More:Al-Darb Diya: Turkey Ventures into Satellite Media War
Russian expert: Armenia will simply have to listen to Ankara's position
"Russian expert: Armenia will simply have to listen to Ankara's position
25 December 2009 [13:43] - Today.Az
Day.Az interview with the All-Russia Public Opinion Research Center Director General, political analyst Valery Fyodorov.
How do you assess the negotiations to resolve the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict?
The fact that the negotiations have been intensified lately is a success. Armenia seeks to gain certain achievements, in other words, establish diplomatic ties with Turkey and get borders reopened. Of course, everything is not simple, but Armenia is hopeful of success."
More:Today.Az - Russian expert: Armenia will simply have to listen to Ankara's position
25 December 2009 [13:43] - Today.Az
Day.Az interview with the All-Russia Public Opinion Research Center Director General, political analyst Valery Fyodorov.
How do you assess the negotiations to resolve the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict?
The fact that the negotiations have been intensified lately is a success. Armenia seeks to gain certain achievements, in other words, establish diplomatic ties with Turkey and get borders reopened. Of course, everything is not simple, but Armenia is hopeful of success."
More:Today.Az - Russian expert: Armenia will simply have to listen to Ankara's position
Steel Guru : Turkey to reduce energy consumption and CO2 emissions
"Turkey to reduce energy consumption and CO2 emissions
Wednesday, 02 Dec 2009
Hurriyet Daily reported that a regulation on the energy performance of buildings in Turkey is expected to reduce energy consumption from heating cooling systems by 50% and carbon dioxide emissions by 3% to 4% on average."
More:Steel Guru : Turkey to reduce energy consumption and CO2 emissions
Wednesday, 02 Dec 2009
Hurriyet Daily reported that a regulation on the energy performance of buildings in Turkey is expected to reduce energy consumption from heating cooling systems by 50% and carbon dioxide emissions by 3% to 4% on average."
More:Steel Guru : Turkey to reduce energy consumption and CO2 emissions
Turkey, Syria Move Closer on Cyprus | Cyprus News Report
"Turkey, Syria Move Closer on Cyprus
Thu, 24/12/2009 - 22:43 — SF
Turkey and Syria have expressed full support for a 'just, comprehensive and lasting settlement in Cyprus' in a joint statement after the first meeting of the High Level Strategic Cooperation Council between the two countries."
More:Turkey, Syria Move Closer on Cyprus | Cyprus News Report
Thu, 24/12/2009 - 22:43 — SF
Turkey and Syria have expressed full support for a 'just, comprehensive and lasting settlement in Cyprus' in a joint statement after the first meeting of the High Level Strategic Cooperation Council between the two countries."
More:Turkey, Syria Move Closer on Cyprus | Cyprus News Report
Namik Tan appointed Turkish Ambassador to U.S. | News from Armenia
"Namik Tan appointed Turkish Ambassador to U.S.
11:12 / 12/25/2009
Turkish Foreign Ministry Deputy Undersecretary Namik Tan was appointed to Turkish Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to U.S.
He replaced Nabi Sensoy who resigned on December 10, 2009. According to Turkish media, the reason for the Ambassador’s resignation was his disagreement with Turkish Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoglu."
More:Namik Tan appointed Turkish Ambassador to U.S. | News from Armenia - NEWS.am
11:12 / 12/25/2009
Turkish Foreign Ministry Deputy Undersecretary Namik Tan was appointed to Turkish Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary to U.S.
He replaced Nabi Sensoy who resigned on December 10, 2009. According to Turkish media, the reason for the Ambassador’s resignation was his disagreement with Turkish Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoglu."
More:Namik Tan appointed Turkish Ambassador to U.S. | News from Armenia - NEWS.am
Azerbaijani MP: Armenia’s provocative moves will not influence Turkey
"Azerbaijani MP: Armenia’s provocative moves will not influence Turkey
25 December 2009 [12:10] - Today.Az
Day.Az interview with member of Azerbaijani Milli Majlis (parliament) Nizami Jafarov.
There are much talks in Armenia about country’s withdrawal from the Armenia-Turkey protocols. In your opinion, what consequences this move may have?"
More:Today.Az - Azerbaijani MP: Armenia’s provocative moves will not influence Turkey
25 December 2009 [12:10] - Today.Az
Day.Az interview with member of Azerbaijani Milli Majlis (parliament) Nizami Jafarov.
There are much talks in Armenia about country’s withdrawal from the Armenia-Turkey protocols. In your opinion, what consequences this move may have?"
More:Today.Az - Azerbaijani MP: Armenia’s provocative moves will not influence Turkey
'Life is beautiful when shared'
"'Life is beautiful when shared'
Vercihan Ziflioğlu
ISTANBUL - Hürriyet Daily News
Şişli Municipality greets Christian citizens on Christmas with a banner in Turkish and Armenian. Mayor Sarıgül said they wanted to instill the beauty of coexistence to the people. Residents from religious minority communities are appreciating the gesture of the municipality"
More:'Life is beautiful when shared' - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Vercihan Ziflioğlu
ISTANBUL - Hürriyet Daily News
Şişli Municipality greets Christian citizens on Christmas with a banner in Turkish and Armenian. Mayor Sarıgül said they wanted to instill the beauty of coexistence to the people. Residents from religious minority communities are appreciating the gesture of the municipality"
More:'Life is beautiful when shared' - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Thursday, December 24, 2009
The fire of flamenco to shake Istanbul - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
"The fire of flamenco to shake Istanbul
CENK ERDEM
ISTANBUL - Hürriyet Daily News
Los Vivancos, a famous Spanish flamenco dance group formed by seven brothers, will take the stage Dec. 27 in Istanbul. 'If the destiny of the hawk is to fly the highest wind, then our destiny is to dance together,' a member says. Before the show, one of the brothers Josua spoke about their story and passion of flamenco dance"
More:The fire of flamenco to shake Istanbul - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
CENK ERDEM
ISTANBUL - Hürriyet Daily News
Los Vivancos, a famous Spanish flamenco dance group formed by seven brothers, will take the stage Dec. 27 in Istanbul. 'If the destiny of the hawk is to fly the highest wind, then our destiny is to dance together,' a member says. Before the show, one of the brothers Josua spoke about their story and passion of flamenco dance"
More:The fire of flamenco to shake Istanbul - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
2010 unlikely to untie Turkey’s knots
"2010 unlikely to untie Turkey’s knots
Semih Idiz
No one can blame 2009 for not providing excitement in Turkey. This was a year when subjects considered taboo only a decade or two ago were broached. This was also a year of inevitable social turbulence as resistance to change heightened in the face of some revolutionary steps taken by the government."
More:2010 unlikely to untie Turkey’s knots - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Semih Idiz
No one can blame 2009 for not providing excitement in Turkey. This was a year when subjects considered taboo only a decade or two ago were broached. This was also a year of inevitable social turbulence as resistance to change heightened in the face of some revolutionary steps taken by the government."
More:2010 unlikely to untie Turkey’s knots - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Turkey sets an example
"Turkey sets an example
Under Erdogan, Ankara has made swift progress towards full democracy
* by Marwan Al Kabalan, Special to Gulf News
If former US president George W. Bush got one thing right in his understanding of the Middle East, it was picking Turkey as an example of democratic transformation in the region. In fact, there are plenty of reasons to believe that Turkey, which is moving steadily in the path towards democracy, would make a perfect example for the rest of the Arab and Islamic world."
More:gulfnews : Turkey sets an example
Under Erdogan, Ankara has made swift progress towards full democracy
* by Marwan Al Kabalan, Special to Gulf News
If former US president George W. Bush got one thing right in his understanding of the Middle East, it was picking Turkey as an example of democratic transformation in the region. In fact, there are plenty of reasons to believe that Turkey, which is moving steadily in the path towards democracy, would make a perfect example for the rest of the Arab and Islamic world."
More:gulfnews : Turkey sets an example
Syria, Turkey ink 50 bilateral deals
"Syria, Turkey ink 50 bilateral deals
Published: Dec. 24, 2009 at 2:00 PM
DAMASCUS, Syria, Dec. 24 (UPI) -- The governments of Turkey and Syria signed in Damascus 50 agreements and memoranda of understanding on economic and security issues."
More:Syria, Turkey ink 50 bilateral deals - UPI.com
Published: Dec. 24, 2009 at 2:00 PM
DAMASCUS, Syria, Dec. 24 (UPI) -- The governments of Turkey and Syria signed in Damascus 50 agreements and memoranda of understanding on economic and security issues."
More:Syria, Turkey ink 50 bilateral deals - UPI.com
Hedo posts double-double for victory
"Hedo posts double-double for victory
Toronto Raptors’ Turkish forward Hidayet “Hedo” Türkoğlu posted 11 points and a season-best 11 assists in his side’s 94-64 win Wednesday night againts Detroit Pistons."
More:Hedo posts double-double for victory - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Toronto Raptors’ Turkish forward Hidayet “Hedo” Türkoğlu posted 11 points and a season-best 11 assists in his side’s 94-64 win Wednesday night againts Detroit Pistons."
More:Hedo posts double-double for victory - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Turkish deputy PM airs doubts over assassination plot | Reuters
"Turkish deputy PM airs doubts over assassination plot
Simon Cameron-Moore
ISTANBUL
Thu Dec 24, 2009 10:24am EST
Turkish parliament's former speaker Bulent Arinc waves as he walks with local mayors in Istanbul March 15, 2008. REUTERS/Fatih Saribas
ISTANBUL (Reuters) - Turkish Deputy Prime Minister Bulent Arinc voiced doubts on Thursday at media reports that two army officers detained last weekend were part of a plot to assassinate him."
More:Turkish deputy PM airs doubts over assassination plot | Reuters
Simon Cameron-Moore
ISTANBUL
Thu Dec 24, 2009 10:24am EST
Turkish parliament's former speaker Bulent Arinc waves as he walks with local mayors in Istanbul March 15, 2008. REUTERS/Fatih Saribas
ISTANBUL (Reuters) - Turkish Deputy Prime Minister Bulent Arinc voiced doubts on Thursday at media reports that two army officers detained last weekend were part of a plot to assassinate him."
More:Turkish deputy PM airs doubts over assassination plot | Reuters
Ratification should be dealt with via a “visionary” approach: Davutoglu | News from Armenia - NEWS.am
"Ratification should be dealt with via a “visionary” approach: Davutoglu
16:05 / 12/24/2009
Turkish Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoglu reiterated Ankara position on Armenia-Turkey Protocols. According to him, reconciliation is linked with Karabakh peace process, Asbarez reports referring to Hurriyet Daily News.
The source quotes Davutoglu as saying, “Normalization at the bilateral level is linked with an improvement in the situation in Nagorno-Karabakh. The Turkish-Armenian border has been closed for years but we are still trying to resolve this issue. If the same kind of good intention can be shown on the other issue, then it may reach a further level as well.”"
More:Ratification should be dealt with via a “visionary” approach: Davutoglu | News from Armenia - NEWS.am
16:05 / 12/24/2009
Turkish Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoglu reiterated Ankara position on Armenia-Turkey Protocols. According to him, reconciliation is linked with Karabakh peace process, Asbarez reports referring to Hurriyet Daily News.
The source quotes Davutoglu as saying, “Normalization at the bilateral level is linked with an improvement in the situation in Nagorno-Karabakh. The Turkish-Armenian border has been closed for years but we are still trying to resolve this issue. If the same kind of good intention can be shown on the other issue, then it may reach a further level as well.”"
More:Ratification should be dealt with via a “visionary” approach: Davutoglu | News from Armenia - NEWS.am
An Over 100-Year-Old History of Turkish Sephardic Jews in Seattle
"An Over 100-Year-Old History of Turkish Sephardic Jews in Seattle
Tuesday, 06 October 2009
According to the M.A. thesis of Albert Adatto, a student of University of Washington in 1939, (“Sephardim and the Seattle Sephardic Community”), the first two Sephardic Jews Jack Policar (d. 1961) and Solomo Calvo (d. 1964), arrived in Seattle from the island of Marmara, Turkey in 1902. The first Turkish Jew to arrive in Seattle is thought to have been David Levy in 1900. In 1904, they met Nissim Alhadeff, who had arrived that year from the Isle of Rhodes, between Greece and Turkey, in a Seattle Greek Café. In addition to Marmara and Rhodes, Sephardim from Tekirdag (Rodosto) and Istanbul (Constantinople) joined the first Turkish Jews immigrant group. Almost all were young men, and after a few years some went back to their homes in Turkey to marry and bring their new wives to Seattle. Shortly thereafter the first of the American-born Sephardim appeared."
More:TURKOFAMERICA - An Over 100-Year-Old History of Turkish Sephardic Jews in Seattle
Tuesday, 06 October 2009
According to the M.A. thesis of Albert Adatto, a student of University of Washington in 1939, (“Sephardim and the Seattle Sephardic Community”), the first two Sephardic Jews Jack Policar (d. 1961) and Solomo Calvo (d. 1964), arrived in Seattle from the island of Marmara, Turkey in 1902. The first Turkish Jew to arrive in Seattle is thought to have been David Levy in 1900. In 1904, they met Nissim Alhadeff, who had arrived that year from the Isle of Rhodes, between Greece and Turkey, in a Seattle Greek Café. In addition to Marmara and Rhodes, Sephardim from Tekirdag (Rodosto) and Istanbul (Constantinople) joined the first Turkish Jews immigrant group. Almost all were young men, and after a few years some went back to their homes in Turkey to marry and bring their new wives to Seattle. Shortly thereafter the first of the American-born Sephardim appeared."
More:TURKOFAMERICA - An Over 100-Year-Old History of Turkish Sephardic Jews in Seattle
PKK threatens Turkey
"PKK threatens Turkey
PKK which is announced as terrorist organization by the official Ankara threatens Turkey. One of PKK leaders Duran Qalqan declared if the resolution of Kurdish conflict is suspended, Turkey will face wider format collisions, rallies and combats which might become a Kurdish revolution. Haber 1 quotes Qalqan as saying that Turkey has a chance to avoid those collisions if democratic activities are taken."
More:PKK threatens Turkey - Politics - Panorama | Armenian news
PKK which is announced as terrorist organization by the official Ankara threatens Turkey. One of PKK leaders Duran Qalqan declared if the resolution of Kurdish conflict is suspended, Turkey will face wider format collisions, rallies and combats which might become a Kurdish revolution. Haber 1 quotes Qalqan as saying that Turkey has a chance to avoid those collisions if democratic activities are taken."
More:PKK threatens Turkey - Politics - Panorama | Armenian news
AFP: 31 detained in Turkey over rebel links: source
"31 detained in Turkey over rebel links: source
(AFP) – 8 hours ago
DIYARBAKIR, Turkey — Turkish police detained 31 people, including eight Kurdish mayors, in a sweeping dawn operation Thursday targeting Kurdish separatists, a local security source said.
Police raided the homes of suspects in 11 provinces as part of an investigation against the outlawed Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) and its off-shoots in urban centres, the source said on condition of anonymity."
More:AFP: 31 detained in Turkey over rebel links: source
(AFP) – 8 hours ago
DIYARBAKIR, Turkey — Turkish police detained 31 people, including eight Kurdish mayors, in a sweeping dawn operation Thursday targeting Kurdish separatists, a local security source said.
Police raided the homes of suspects in 11 provinces as part of an investigation against the outlawed Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) and its off-shoots in urban centres, the source said on condition of anonymity."
More:AFP: 31 detained in Turkey over rebel links: source
Wednesday, December 23, 2009
Street art promoted at Istanbul gallery
"Street art promoted at Istanbul gallery
MÜGE AKGÜN
ISTANBUL - Referans
Elif Çevik and Can Başyiğit, who opened the Milk Art Gallery in the Tünel neighborhood of Istanbul's Beyoğlu district, aim to bring street art, which is very popular in Europe, to the Turkish city. They also seek to support young artists who cannot find a gallery to display their work"
More:Street art promoted at Istanbul gallery - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
MÜGE AKGÜN
ISTANBUL - Referans
Elif Çevik and Can Başyiğit, who opened the Milk Art Gallery in the Tünel neighborhood of Istanbul's Beyoğlu district, aim to bring street art, which is very popular in Europe, to the Turkish city. They also seek to support young artists who cannot find a gallery to display their work"
More:Street art promoted at Istanbul gallery - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
On the Wind Energy in Turkey
"On the Wind Energy in Turkey
Erdogdu, Erkan
Abstract
Increase in negative effects of fossil fuels on the environment has forced many countries, including Turkey, to use renewable energy sources. Today, clean, domestic and renewable energy is commonly accepted as the key for future life, not only for Turkey but also for the world. As wind energy is an alternative clean energy source compared to the fossil fuels that pollute the atmosphere, systems that convert wind energy to electricity have developed rapidly. Turkey is an energy importing country, more than half of the energy requirement has been supplied by imports. Turkey's domestic fossil fuel resources are extremely limited. In addition, Turkey's geographical location has several advantages for extensive use of wind power. In this context, renewable energy resources appear to be one of the most efficient and effective solutions for sustainable energy development and environmental pollution prevention in Turkey. Since wind energy will be used more and more in the future, its current potential, usage, and assessment in Turkey is the focus of the present study. The paper not only presents a review of the potential and utilization of the wind power in Turkey but also provides some guidelines for policy makers."
More:On the Wind Energy in Turkey
Erdogdu, Erkan
Abstract
Increase in negative effects of fossil fuels on the environment has forced many countries, including Turkey, to use renewable energy sources. Today, clean, domestic and renewable energy is commonly accepted as the key for future life, not only for Turkey but also for the world. As wind energy is an alternative clean energy source compared to the fossil fuels that pollute the atmosphere, systems that convert wind energy to electricity have developed rapidly. Turkey is an energy importing country, more than half of the energy requirement has been supplied by imports. Turkey's domestic fossil fuel resources are extremely limited. In addition, Turkey's geographical location has several advantages for extensive use of wind power. In this context, renewable energy resources appear to be one of the most efficient and effective solutions for sustainable energy development and environmental pollution prevention in Turkey. Since wind energy will be used more and more in the future, its current potential, usage, and assessment in Turkey is the focus of the present study. The paper not only presents a review of the potential and utilization of the wind power in Turkey but also provides some guidelines for policy makers."
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Yachting Tourism in Turkey
"YACHTING TOURISM IN TURKEY
By admin
Sailing around the Turkish seashore has featured as a touristic prominence for many visitors over the past 40 years. Long, pleasing summers joined with an endless form of coves and beaches to explore, has one after another to capture tourists from around the universe for a legal holiday with a difference."
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By admin
Sailing around the Turkish seashore has featured as a touristic prominence for many visitors over the past 40 years. Long, pleasing summers joined with an endless form of coves and beaches to explore, has one after another to capture tourists from around the universe for a legal holiday with a difference."
More:Yachting Tourism in Turkey | Florida-Sportsman-Magazine
Iraqi oil to Turkey back online soon
"Iraqi oil to Turkey back online soon
ANKARA, Turkey, Dec. 23 (UPI) -- The flow of oil from Iraq to the Turkish port of Ceyhan could resume in the next few days following a shutdown from militant attacks, Turkish officials said."
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ANKARA, Turkey, Dec. 23 (UPI) -- The flow of oil from Iraq to the Turkish port of Ceyhan could resume in the next few days following a shutdown from militant attacks, Turkish officials said."
More:Iraqi oil to Turkey back online soon - UPI.com
Turkish military breaks silence over new plot story | World | Reuters
"Turkish military breaks silence over new plot story
Wed Dec 23, 2009 10:53pm IST
By Simon Cameron-Moore
ISTANBUL (Reuters) - Turkey's military broke its silence on Wednesday over reports that two officers had been detained on suspicion of plotting to assassinate a deputy prime minister, saying they were premature as police investigations were incomplete."
More:Turkish military breaks silence over new plot story | World | Reuters
Wed Dec 23, 2009 10:53pm IST
By Simon Cameron-Moore
ISTANBUL (Reuters) - Turkey's military broke its silence on Wednesday over reports that two officers had been detained on suspicion of plotting to assassinate a deputy prime minister, saying they were premature as police investigations were incomplete."
More:Turkish military breaks silence over new plot story | World | Reuters
Turkey expects to secure oil for new pipeline
"Turkey expects to secure oil for new pipeline
Wednesday December 23, 2009 01:46:10 AM GMT
Reuters News
* Turkey sees Russian, Kazakh, Turkmen oil in planned pipeline * Energy minister says expects deal with Azeris on gas
By Orhan Coskun
ANKARA, Dec 23 (Reuters) - Turkey sees Russian, Kazakh and Turkmen oil filling most of a planned $4 billion pipeline from its Black Sea coast to the Mediterranean port at Ceyhan, Energy Minister Taner Yildiz said.
Turkey also expects to sign an agreement with the Azeri government on procuring extra natural gas, Yildiz said. A disagreement about pricing and diplomatic wrangling over Armenia has held up the deal."
More:INTERVIEW-UPDATE 1-Turkey expects to secure oil for new pipeline
Wednesday December 23, 2009 01:46:10 AM GMT
Reuters News
* Turkey sees Russian, Kazakh, Turkmen oil in planned pipeline * Energy minister says expects deal with Azeris on gas
By Orhan Coskun
ANKARA, Dec 23 (Reuters) - Turkey sees Russian, Kazakh and Turkmen oil filling most of a planned $4 billion pipeline from its Black Sea coast to the Mediterranean port at Ceyhan, Energy Minister Taner Yildiz said.
Turkey also expects to sign an agreement with the Azeri government on procuring extra natural gas, Yildiz said. A disagreement about pricing and diplomatic wrangling over Armenia has held up the deal."
More:INTERVIEW-UPDATE 1-Turkey expects to secure oil for new pipeline
Turkey's Kurdish Refugees Protest their forcible Expulsion from Iraq | The Hawler Tribune
"Turkey's Kurdish Refugees Protest their forcible Expulsion from Iraq
By Namo Abdulla
23/12/2009
Thousands of Kurdish refugees in Northern Iraq's Makhmoor camp took to the streets
on Tuesday to condemn any possible decision on their being sent back to Turkey.
The Turkish government has demanded that they be repatriated."
More:Turkey's Kurdish Refugees Protest their forcible Expulsion from Iraq | The Hawler Tribune
By Namo Abdulla
23/12/2009
Thousands of Kurdish refugees in Northern Iraq's Makhmoor camp took to the streets
on Tuesday to condemn any possible decision on their being sent back to Turkey.
The Turkish government has demanded that they be repatriated."
More:Turkey's Kurdish Refugees Protest their forcible Expulsion from Iraq | The Hawler Tribune
Turkey has own Santa movie
"Turkey has own Santa movie
The first St. Nicholas was Turkish and now the predominantly Muslim country has a modern Santa film.
By Nichole Sobecki
Published: December 23, 2009 06:43 ET
ISTANBUL, Turkey — Everyone knows about the big white beard, the red suit and the reindeer. They write to Mr. Claus at the North Pole, and leave cookies out for him before going to bed on Christmas Eve."
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The first St. Nicholas was Turkish and now the predominantly Muslim country has a modern Santa film.
By Nichole Sobecki
Published: December 23, 2009 06:43 ET
ISTANBUL, Turkey — Everyone knows about the big white beard, the red suit and the reindeer. They write to Mr. Claus at the North Pole, and leave cookies out for him before going to bed on Christmas Eve."
More:Turkey | Religion | Christmas
Turkish prosecutors investigate banned DTP leader (SETimes.com)
"Turkish prosecutors investigate banned DTP leader
23/12/2009
ANKARA, Turkey -- Prosecutors in Ankara started an investigation Tuesday (December 22nd) against Ahmet Turk, leader of the recently outlawed pro-Kurdish Democratic Society Party (DTP). The move came after Turk announced that the leader of the terrorist Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK), Abdullah Ocalan, who is serving a life sentence in prison, has advised DTP's lawmakers to stay in parliament despite a ruling by the Constitutional Court that bans the party for ties to the PKK."
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23/12/2009
ANKARA, Turkey -- Prosecutors in Ankara started an investigation Tuesday (December 22nd) against Ahmet Turk, leader of the recently outlawed pro-Kurdish Democratic Society Party (DTP). The move came after Turk announced that the leader of the terrorist Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK), Abdullah Ocalan, who is serving a life sentence in prison, has advised DTP's lawmakers to stay in parliament despite a ruling by the Constitutional Court that bans the party for ties to the PKK."
More:Turkish prosecutors investigate banned DTP leader (SETimes.com)
Turkey's Davutoglu signifies the factor of vision - Region - Panorama | Armenian news
"Turkey's Davutoglu signifies the factor of vision
Turkey’s FM Ahmet Davutoglu highlighted 6 significant messages in Turkey’s foreign policy, among them the EU, North Iraq, Iran, the US, Israyel and the Armenian-Turkish normalization process, according to Hurriyet daily."
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Turkey’s FM Ahmet Davutoglu highlighted 6 significant messages in Turkey’s foreign policy, among them the EU, North Iraq, Iran, the US, Israyel and the Armenian-Turkish normalization process, according to Hurriyet daily."
More:Turkey's Davutoglu signifies the factor of vision - Region - Panorama | Armenian news
Turkey would bring passion to Euro2016 says minister | Football | Reuters
"Turkey would bring passion to Euro2016 says minister
14:34 GMT, Wed 23 Dec 2009
ISTANBUL, Dec 23 (Reuters) - Turkey would bring a passion and spirit to Euro 2016 missing from the 2008 tournament, Sports Minister Faruk Nafiz Ozak told a campaign launch on Wednesday."
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14:34 GMT, Wed 23 Dec 2009
ISTANBUL, Dec 23 (Reuters) - Turkey would bring a passion and spirit to Euro 2016 missing from the 2008 tournament, Sports Minister Faruk Nafiz Ozak told a campaign launch on Wednesday."
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Axa's Turkish unit may buy Azeri insurer | Reuters
"Axa's Turkish unit may buy Azeri insurer
Wed Dec 23, 2009 6:54pm IST
ISTANBUL, Dec 23 (Reuters) - The Turkish unit of French insurer Axa (AXAF.PA: Quote, Profile, Research) said on Wednesday it may acquire an insurance company in Azerbaijan next year as it seeks to expand in the region."
More:Axa's Turkish unit may buy Azeri insurer | Reuters
Wed Dec 23, 2009 6:54pm IST
ISTANBUL, Dec 23 (Reuters) - The Turkish unit of French insurer Axa (AXAF.PA: Quote, Profile, Research) said on Wednesday it may acquire an insurance company in Azerbaijan next year as it seeks to expand in the region."
More:Axa's Turkish unit may buy Azeri insurer | Reuters
Ethnos: Turkey bargains with the EU over visas
"Ethnos: Turkey bargains with the EU over visas
23 December 2009 | 17:33 | FOCUS News Agency
Athens. Turkey has started bargaining with the European Union over visas, Greek Ethnos newspaper writes. Ankara called on visa liberalization for Turks with the EU in return for signing an agreement with the Union for Repatriation of Illegal Immigrants, coming from its territory and heading for European country having Greece as first stop."
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23 December 2009 | 17:33 | FOCUS News Agency
Athens. Turkey has started bargaining with the European Union over visas, Greek Ethnos newspaper writes. Ankara called on visa liberalization for Turks with the EU in return for signing an agreement with the Union for Repatriation of Illegal Immigrants, coming from its territory and heading for European country having Greece as first stop."
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Turkey: Reforms revive a silenced language - Guardian Weekly
"Turkey: Reforms revive a silenced language
Viewpoint
Wednesday December 23rd 2009
Le Monde's Guillaume Perrier reports on a move by Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s conservative Islamist government to reconcile the Turks with the Kurdish minority – by erecting bi-lingual road signs"
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Viewpoint
Wednesday December 23rd 2009
Le Monde's Guillaume Perrier reports on a move by Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s conservative Islamist government to reconcile the Turks with the Kurdish minority – by erecting bi-lingual road signs"
More:Turkey: Reforms revive a silenced language - Guardian Weekly
What happened in Istanbul is a Conspiracy, or a Reality?
"What happened in Istanbul is a Conspiracy, or a Reality?
Ihsan Bal
Head of Security Studies
USAK
Tuesday, 22 December 2009
We live in a time where people give more importance to conspiracy theories that only confuse their minds with the process of the democratic initiative. Turkey is not unfamiliar with conspiracy theories. However, if we think that everything is a conspiracy, it may be a handicap in our navigation to the facts. Moreover, if we say that there are no conspiracies, and then we cannot see the traps set for our country. From this perspective, how can we explain to the public about the people who broke the store glasses and pointed their fingers to demonstrators in Dolapdere, a suburb province of Istanbul? Recently, when we look at the comments, we will see that our habits continue. We suppose that we reach reality by looking from one side. However, there are three realities within one another."
More:What happened in Istanbul is a Conspiracy, or a Reality?
Ihsan Bal
Head of Security Studies
USAK
Tuesday, 22 December 2009
We live in a time where people give more importance to conspiracy theories that only confuse their minds with the process of the democratic initiative. Turkey is not unfamiliar with conspiracy theories. However, if we think that everything is a conspiracy, it may be a handicap in our navigation to the facts. Moreover, if we say that there are no conspiracies, and then we cannot see the traps set for our country. From this perspective, how can we explain to the public about the people who broke the store glasses and pointed their fingers to demonstrators in Dolapdere, a suburb province of Istanbul? Recently, when we look at the comments, we will see that our habits continue. We suppose that we reach reality by looking from one side. However, there are three realities within one another."
More:What happened in Istanbul is a Conspiracy, or a Reality?
Great power rivalries inflame Nagorno-Karabakh dispute
"Great power rivalries inflame Nagorno-Karabakh dispute
By Niall Green
23 December 2009
The scramble for control of the oil and natural gas riches of Central Asia threatens to reanimate the conflict between the former Soviet republics of Azerbaijan and Armenia over the province of Nagorno-Karabakh. This dispute has already led to war between the South Caucasus neighbors."
More:Great power rivalries inflame Nagorno-Karabakh dispute
By Niall Green
23 December 2009
The scramble for control of the oil and natural gas riches of Central Asia threatens to reanimate the conflict between the former Soviet republics of Azerbaijan and Armenia over the province of Nagorno-Karabakh. This dispute has already led to war between the South Caucasus neighbors."
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Turkey's PM in Syria for Strategic Cooperation Council
"Turkey's PM in Syria for Strategic Cooperation Council
Erdogan arrived in Syrian capital Damascus on a two-day official visit.
Wednesday, 23 December 2009 08:52
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan arrived in Syrian capital Damascus on a two-day official visit.
Prime Minister Erdogan is set to attend the first prime ministerial meeting of Turkey-Syria High Level Strategic Cooperation Council."
More:Turkey's PM in Syria for Strategic Cooperation Council [ WORLD BULLETIN- TURKEY NEWS, WORLD NEWS ]
Erdogan arrived in Syrian capital Damascus on a two-day official visit.
Wednesday, 23 December 2009 08:52
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan arrived in Syrian capital Damascus on a two-day official visit.
Prime Minister Erdogan is set to attend the first prime ministerial meeting of Turkey-Syria High Level Strategic Cooperation Council."
More:Turkey's PM in Syria for Strategic Cooperation Council [ WORLD BULLETIN- TURKEY NEWS, WORLD NEWS ]
Awesome Blossom: Travelogue Turkey: Beautiful Sophia
"Travelogue Turkey: Beautiful Sophia
I stand under the great dome of Hagia Sophia, inhale deeply and subtly wipe the tears from the corner of my eyes.
Yeah, cheesy. But seriously, I do cry. A bit.
My sentimental value towards this building is akin, presumably, to a die-hard Manchester United fan from Malaysia finally stepping inside the glorious Old Trafford. A guy who spends his whole life watching the games in front of the idiot box thousand of miles away from where the action really is, wondering how awesome it would be to be one of the spectators in the stadium. He knows the arena and its history inside out, and probably can recite all the notable games ever played there. He has never been to Old Trafford, but he has always been there, you know? Thus on the day when he finally steps on the green pitch of the stadium, it is as if he is returning to someplace familiar."
More:Awesome Blossom: Travelogue Turkey: Beautiful Sophia
I stand under the great dome of Hagia Sophia, inhale deeply and subtly wipe the tears from the corner of my eyes.
Yeah, cheesy. But seriously, I do cry. A bit.
My sentimental value towards this building is akin, presumably, to a die-hard Manchester United fan from Malaysia finally stepping inside the glorious Old Trafford. A guy who spends his whole life watching the games in front of the idiot box thousand of miles away from where the action really is, wondering how awesome it would be to be one of the spectators in the stadium. He knows the arena and its history inside out, and probably can recite all the notable games ever played there. He has never been to Old Trafford, but he has always been there, you know? Thus on the day when he finally steps on the green pitch of the stadium, it is as if he is returning to someplace familiar."
More:Awesome Blossom: Travelogue Turkey: Beautiful Sophia
Turkish Discrimination Against Christian Schools–Or Is It? « Scriptamus
"Turkish Discrimination Against Christian Schools–Or Is It?
December 22, 2009
Written by Lewis D. Eigen
Christian theological seminaries are currently banned in Turkey. Yet this is a prohibition with which some Westerners and Christians agree, and even those who do not, often understand. The complexity that has resulted from the clash between Islam and modernity is so great that it is almost impossible to tell what is liberal and democratic and what is not. The conflict between Moslem Turkey and Christianity with respect to theological seminaries is a marvelous example of things being in reality very different from what they first appear. This is the story of complexity where up can be down and wrong might be right."
More:Turkish Discrimination Against Christian Schools–Or Is It? « Scriptamus
December 22, 2009
Written by Lewis D. Eigen
Christian theological seminaries are currently banned in Turkey. Yet this is a prohibition with which some Westerners and Christians agree, and even those who do not, often understand. The complexity that has resulted from the clash between Islam and modernity is so great that it is almost impossible to tell what is liberal and democratic and what is not. The conflict between Moslem Turkey and Christianity with respect to theological seminaries is a marvelous example of things being in reality very different from what they first appear. This is the story of complexity where up can be down and wrong might be right."
More:Turkish Discrimination Against Christian Schools–Or Is It? « Scriptamus
Senators send concerns on Turkey-Israel ties | JTA - Jewish & Israel News
"Senators send concerns on Turkey-Israel ties
December 14, 2009
WASHINGTON (JTA) -- A bipartisan group of 10 senators wrote Turkey's U.S. ambassador expressing concern about the 'downward trend of relations between Turkey and Israel this past year.'"
More:Senators send concerns on Turkey-Israel ties | JTA - Jewish & Israel News
December 14, 2009
WASHINGTON (JTA) -- A bipartisan group of 10 senators wrote Turkey's U.S. ambassador expressing concern about the 'downward trend of relations between Turkey and Israel this past year.'"
More:Senators send concerns on Turkey-Israel ties | JTA - Jewish & Israel News
THY's path to global influence includes Australia, narrowbody amenities
"THY's path to global influence includes Australia, narrowbody amenities
Wednesday December 23, 2009
While Turkish Airlines' network and bottom line continue to grow, CEO Temel Kotil admitted to ATWOnline that more is needed to fulfill his ambition to make the carrier a global player--"I'm not satisfied with our image" he said.
Speaking to this website in Istanbul, Kotil said THY still has work to do in establishing and increasing the public's confidence in its brand. "We have to show the people that TK is already offering a top product. So far, the [lack of] awareness of our brand is a big problem." He said he is considering increasing the advertising budget."
More:ATW Daily News
Wednesday December 23, 2009
While Turkish Airlines' network and bottom line continue to grow, CEO Temel Kotil admitted to ATWOnline that more is needed to fulfill his ambition to make the carrier a global player--"I'm not satisfied with our image" he said.
Speaking to this website in Istanbul, Kotil said THY still has work to do in establishing and increasing the public's confidence in its brand. "We have to show the people that TK is already offering a top product. So far, the [lack of] awareness of our brand is a big problem." He said he is considering increasing the advertising budget."
More:ATW Daily News
Turkish Bid for Euro 2016 Tournament Unveils Stadium Plans and Logo
"Turkish Bid for Euro 2016 Tournament Unveils Stadium Plans and Logo
December 23, 2009 Bookmark and Share
(WFI) The Turkish Football Federation announces that nine stadiums in eight cities will host Euro 2016 matches if the country is chosen to stage UEFA’s flagship tournament."
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December 23, 2009 Bookmark and Share
(WFI) The Turkish Football Federation announces that nine stadiums in eight cities will host Euro 2016 matches if the country is chosen to stage UEFA’s flagship tournament."
More:Turkish Bid for Euro 2016 Tournament Unveils Stadium Plans and Logo
Tuesday, December 22, 2009
Turkish Airlines set to expand in Africa
"Turkish Airlines set to expand in Africa
By Wolfgang H. Thome, eTN | Dec 23, 2009
The Turkish national airline some time ago commenced flights into Kenya, following the withdrawal from the route of Kenya Airways in 2008, offering nonstop services between Istanbul and Nairobi. Some weeks ago, the ambassador of Turkey in Tanzania was also reported to have said that Turkish Airlines may even consider adding Dar es Salaam to their growing Africa network."
More:Efforts Accelerate To Increase Traffic Turkish Airlines set to expand in Africa - eTurboNews.com
By Wolfgang H. Thome, eTN | Dec 23, 2009
The Turkish national airline some time ago commenced flights into Kenya, following the withdrawal from the route of Kenya Airways in 2008, offering nonstop services between Istanbul and Nairobi. Some weeks ago, the ambassador of Turkey in Tanzania was also reported to have said that Turkish Airlines may even consider adding Dar es Salaam to their growing Africa network."
More:Efforts Accelerate To Increase Traffic Turkish Airlines set to expand in Africa - eTurboNews.com
A call for fraternity in Anatolia through Aşık Veysel's music
"A call for fraternity in Anatolia through Aşık Veysel's music
VERCİHAN ZİFLİOĞLU
ISTANBUL - Hürriyet Daily News
Çiğdem Özer, granddaughter of one of Anatolia's greatest folk poets, Aşık Veysel, has requested the country's Culture and Tourism Ministry do more to promote the minstrel's legacy. She also calls for more understanding and fraternity between Anatolia's people"
More:A call for fraternity in Anatolia through Aşık Veysel's music - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
VERCİHAN ZİFLİOĞLU
ISTANBUL - Hürriyet Daily News
Çiğdem Özer, granddaughter of one of Anatolia's greatest folk poets, Aşık Veysel, has requested the country's Culture and Tourism Ministry do more to promote the minstrel's legacy. She also calls for more understanding and fraternity between Anatolia's people"
More:A call for fraternity in Anatolia through Aşık Veysel's music - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Ankara talks PKK with KRG
"Ankara talks PKK with KRG
ERBIL, Iraq, Dec. 22 (UPI) -- The Kurdish region of Iraq cannot be used by any third party to wage a campaign against a neighboring country, the prime minister of Iraqi Kurdistan said."
More:Ankara talks PKK with KRG - UPI.com
ERBIL, Iraq, Dec. 22 (UPI) -- The Kurdish region of Iraq cannot be used by any third party to wage a campaign against a neighboring country, the prime minister of Iraqi Kurdistan said."
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TCA Sponsors Native American Lecture Tour in Turkey
"TCA Sponsors Native American Lecture Tour in Turkey
October 29, 2009 - As part of The Turkish Coalition of America’s ongoing efforts to expand educational exchanges between the United States and universities in Turkey, TCA is pleased to sponsor a Native American Lecture Tour in November. The tour coincides with the White House conference with the Native American Tribal Nations on November 5."
More:TCA Sponsors Native American Lecture Tour in Turkey
October 29, 2009 - As part of The Turkish Coalition of America’s ongoing efforts to expand educational exchanges between the United States and universities in Turkey, TCA is pleased to sponsor a Native American Lecture Tour in November. The tour coincides with the White House conference with the Native American Tribal Nations on November 5."
More:TCA Sponsors Native American Lecture Tour in Turkey
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