Containing the Afrin Crisis: Turkey's Goals and Military Challenges
Barak Barfi
January 31, 2018
Given the continued Islamic State threat in Syria, Washington cannot afford what is shaping up to be a bloody conflagration between allies it needs to eradicate the group.
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Wednesday, January 31, 2018
Ankara-Moscow dealings still tangled as Idlib smoke clears
Ankara-Moscow dealings still tangled as Idlib smoke clears
Amberin Zaman January 31, 2018
Article Summary
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Russian leader Vladimir Putin have reportedly agreed to accelerate Turkey's deployment into Idlib a day after its convoy was struck by a car bomb.
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Amberin Zaman January 31, 2018
Article Summary
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Russian leader Vladimir Putin have reportedly agreed to accelerate Turkey's deployment into Idlib a day after its convoy was struck by a car bomb.
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Turkey: court orders Amnesty chair released from jail - NY Daily News
Turkey: court orders Amnesty chair released from jail
ISTANBUL (AP) — A court in Istanbul has ruled for the release from jail of Amnesty International's Turkey chairman, Taner Kilic, pending a verdict in his trial.
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ISTANBUL (AP) — A court in Istanbul has ruled for the release from jail of Amnesty International's Turkey chairman, Taner Kilic, pending a verdict in his trial.
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Tuesday, January 30, 2018
Erdogan: Everybody’s False Friend - The Globalist
Erdogan: Everybody’s False Friend
The Turkish President only knows one loyalty — to himself. No wonder he is incapable and acts like a congenital flamethrower in international relations.
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The Turkish President only knows one loyalty — to himself. No wonder he is incapable and acts like a congenital flamethrower in international relations.
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Olive Branch wins Erdogan friends at home, but risks standoff with US
Olive Branch wins Erdogan friends at home, but risks standoff with US
Semih Idiz January 30, 2018
Despite the success of Ankara's Syrian military operation in closing Turkish ranks around him, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has raised the possibility of a military confrontation between Turkey and the United States.
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Semih Idiz January 30, 2018
Despite the success of Ankara's Syrian military operation in closing Turkish ranks around him, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has raised the possibility of a military confrontation between Turkey and the United States.
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21 members of religious Furkan Foundation, including head, detained in Turkey’s Adana
21 members of religious Furkan Foundation, including head, detained in Turkey’s Adana
ADANA - Doğan News Agency
Some 21 members of the religious Furkan Foundation, including its founder Alparslan Kuytul, were detained on Jan. 30 in the southern province of Adana on charges of “disturbing public order” and “establishing a criminal organization.”
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ADANA - Doğan News Agency
Some 21 members of the religious Furkan Foundation, including its founder Alparslan Kuytul, were detained on Jan. 30 in the southern province of Adana on charges of “disturbing public order” and “establishing a criminal organization.”
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Hostility toward Syrians could explode in Turkey, ICG warns
Hostility toward Syrians could explode in Turkey, ICG warns
Amberin Zaman January 30, 2018
Article Summary A new report by the International Crisis Group warns that tension and violence involving Syrian refugees in Turkey is underdocumented and growing worse.
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Amberin Zaman January 30, 2018
Article Summary A new report by the International Crisis Group warns that tension and violence involving Syrian refugees in Turkey is underdocumented and growing worse.
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Turkish doctors arrested after group criticises Syria offensive
Turkish doctors arrested after group criticises Syria offensive
Detentions part of widening crackdown against opposition to Ankara’s military incursion
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Detentions part of widening crackdown against opposition to Ankara’s military incursion
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Turkey′s incursion into Syria: The Kurdish quagmire - Qantara.de
The Kurdish quagmire
The last thing the conflict in Syria needed was more external intrusion and the opening of another front. Turkey′s Afrin offensive has provided both. Once again, the Western powers and Russia have managed to foster a dangerous escalation. Commentary by Tom Stevenson
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The last thing the conflict in Syria needed was more external intrusion and the opening of another front. Turkey′s Afrin offensive has provided both. Once again, the Western powers and Russia have managed to foster a dangerous escalation. Commentary by Tom Stevenson
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Nato in a spot after Erdogan’s Syria offensive | GulfNews.com
Nato in a spot after Erdogan’s Syria offensive
Ankara’s relationship with the western world has the risk of going further downhill
By Mustapha Karkouti, Special to Gulf News
Cracks in Ankara’s relations with other Nato members, particularly the US Administration, are increasingly isolating President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. They are also dangerously threatening to erode Turkey’s role as a reliable buffer zone between the European Union region and an unstable Middle East.
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Ankara’s relationship with the western world has the risk of going further downhill
By Mustapha Karkouti, Special to Gulf News
Cracks in Ankara’s relations with other Nato members, particularly the US Administration, are increasingly isolating President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. They are also dangerously threatening to erode Turkey’s role as a reliable buffer zone between the European Union region and an unstable Middle East.
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Monday, January 29, 2018
Recep Tayyip Erdogan turns Turkey away from U.S. | Luxora Leader
Recep Tayyip Erdogan turns Turkey away from U.S.
January 29, 2018 Staff Writer By James Phillips – – Monday, January 29, 2018
ANALYSIS/OPINION: All is not well with U.S.- relations. Earlier this month, President bitterly criticized U.S. support for Syrian Kurdish militias, saying: “A country we call an ally is insisting on forming a terror army on our borders. … Our mission is to strangle it before it’s even born.”
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January 29, 2018 Staff Writer By James Phillips – – Monday, January 29, 2018
ANALYSIS/OPINION: All is not well with U.S.- relations. Earlier this month, President bitterly criticized U.S. support for Syrian Kurdish militias, saying: “A country we call an ally is insisting on forming a terror army on our borders. … Our mission is to strangle it before it’s even born.”
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Turkey and the slippery slope of democracy: lessons for us all
Turkey and the slippery slope of democracy: lessons for us all
By Kelsey LeBrun Keswani | January 29, 2018
If the four pillars of a democratic nation are equity, representation, freedom and justice, Turkey is dangerously close to losing its claim to democracy.
At least four journalists and reportedly more than 100 social media users were jailed this past week in Turkey as a result of posting comments critical of Turkish operations in Northern Syria on social media. On Friday, the Organisation for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) called for their immediate release. “I recall that journalists should not be instructed on the content of their work and that press freedom must be respected at all times. It is a journalist’s job to present different views and inform the public, even if the content contains criticism,” OSCE’s representative on Freedom of the Media, Harlem Désir stated.
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By Kelsey LeBrun Keswani | January 29, 2018
If the four pillars of a democratic nation are equity, representation, freedom and justice, Turkey is dangerously close to losing its claim to democracy.
At least four journalists and reportedly more than 100 social media users were jailed this past week in Turkey as a result of posting comments critical of Turkish operations in Northern Syria on social media. On Friday, the Organisation for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) called for their immediate release. “I recall that journalists should not be instructed on the content of their work and that press freedom must be respected at all times. It is a journalist’s job to present different views and inform the public, even if the content contains criticism,” OSCE’s representative on Freedom of the Media, Harlem Désir stated.
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Is US bailing on Syrian Kurds?
Is US bailing on Syrian Kurds?
Article Summary
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan ignores appeals for restraint in northern Syria, appears to have gotten Washington to end support for the YPG.
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Article Summary
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan ignores appeals for restraint in northern Syria, appears to have gotten Washington to end support for the YPG.
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Sunday, January 28, 2018
Istanbul hospital’s cover-up of teen pregnancy just tip of iceberg
Istanbul hospital’s cover-up of teen pregnancy just tip of iceberg
Pinar Tremblay January 28, 2018
An Istanbul hospital covered up 115 cases of underage pregnancy, refusing to report the cases to police as required by law.
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Pinar Tremblay January 28, 2018
An Istanbul hospital covered up 115 cases of underage pregnancy, refusing to report the cases to police as required by law.
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What lurks behind Turkey’s unending emergency rule?
What lurks behind Turkey’s unending emergency rule?
Sibel Hurtas January 28, 2018
Article Summary Alarm grows in Turkey over the government’s intentions after a sixth extension of the state of emergency, declared over the 2016 coup attempt.
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Sibel Hurtas January 28, 2018
Article Summary Alarm grows in Turkey over the government’s intentions after a sixth extension of the state of emergency, declared over the 2016 coup attempt.
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Turkey-backed forces capture strategic hill overlooking Afrin | News | DW | 28.01.2018
Turkey-backed forces capture strategic hill overlooking Afrin
Turkish troops captured a strategic hill near Afrin as Turkey intensified its offensive against the Syrian Kurdish YPG group. President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has vowed again to "clean" Turkey's entire border with Syria.
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Turkish troops captured a strategic hill near Afrin as Turkey intensified its offensive against the Syrian Kurdish YPG group. President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has vowed again to "clean" Turkey's entire border with Syria.
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Saturday, January 27, 2018
Can Brad Pitt save Turkey’s tourism industry?
Can Brad Pitt save Turkey’s tourism industry?
Mehmet Cetingulec January 26, 2018
Turkey is looking to Hollywood for support as its tourism industry struggles to rebound from terrorism, last year's coup and a decline in tourist spending.
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Mehmet Cetingulec January 26, 2018
Turkey is looking to Hollywood for support as its tourism industry struggles to rebound from terrorism, last year's coup and a decline in tourist spending.
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Friday, January 26, 2018
No Cushy Digs for Turkish Gold Trader Who Helped Convict Banker - Bloomberg
No Cushy Digs for Turkish Gold Trader Who Helped Convict Banker
By Christian Berthelsen January 26, 2018, 5:49 PM EST
When gold trader Reza Zarrab was taken from a U.S. jail after agreeing to testify about Turkish efforts to help Iranian sanctions evasion, speculation flourished about the luxe confines he might have found himself in.
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By Christian Berthelsen January 26, 2018, 5:49 PM EST
When gold trader Reza Zarrab was taken from a U.S. jail after agreeing to testify about Turkish efforts to help Iranian sanctions evasion, speculation flourished about the luxe confines he might have found himself in.
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Turkey's Erdogan vows to fight Kurdish forces as far as Iraq - BBC News
Turkey's Erdogan vows to fight Kurdish forces as far as Iraq
Turkey is prepared to take its fight against Kurdish forces in northern Syria as far east as Iraq, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has said.
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Turkey is prepared to take its fight against Kurdish forces in northern Syria as far east as Iraq, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has said.
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Thursday, January 25, 2018
Premier Yildirim launches Turkey Card for all citizens
Premier Yildirim launches Turkey Card for all citizens
Turks will now be able to use one card for multiple services, including public transport, business transactions
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Turks will now be able to use one card for multiple services, including public transport, business transactions
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Here's What to Watch as Turkish Banks Kick Off Earnings Season - Bloomberg
Here's What to Watch as Turkish Banks Kick Off Earnings Season
By Asli Kandemir
and Constantine Courcoulas
January 24, 2018, 9:00 PM EST
A government-backed credit boom that underpinned Turkish bank earnings last year is fizzling out and investors are about to get their first glimpse into how lenders are coping.
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By Asli Kandemir
and Constantine Courcoulas
January 24, 2018, 9:00 PM EST
A government-backed credit boom that underpinned Turkish bank earnings last year is fizzling out and investors are about to get their first glimpse into how lenders are coping.
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Turkish Red Crescent prepares for refugee wave from Syria's Afrin
Turkish Red Crescent prepares for refugee wave from Syria's Afrin
Ali Kucukgocmen
ISTANBUL (Reuters) - Turkey’s Red Crescent is preparing for a potential outflow of refugees from Syria’s Afrin region, where a Turkish offensive against a Kurdish militia entered a sixth day, the aid group said on Thursday.
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Ali Kucukgocmen
ISTANBUL (Reuters) - Turkey’s Red Crescent is preparing for a potential outflow of refugees from Syria’s Afrin region, where a Turkish offensive against a Kurdish militia entered a sixth day, the aid group said on Thursday.
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Muslim Brotherhood crumbling around Erdogan
Muslim Brotherhood crumbling around Erdogan
Pinar Tremblay January 24, 2018
Article Summary
As many Turks openly say the president's party has lost its mojo, it really means Muslim Brotherhood networks are collapsing there; the reasons also help explain the rise and potential fall of the cult of Erdogan.
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Pinar Tremblay January 24, 2018
Article Summary
As many Turks openly say the president's party has lost its mojo, it really means Muslim Brotherhood networks are collapsing there; the reasons also help explain the rise and potential fall of the cult of Erdogan.
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Turkish employees work 9 hours more per week than European counterparts - Daily Sabah
Turkish employees work 9 hours more per week than European counterparts
A full-time employee in the EU worked 40.3 hours a week on average in 2016, Eurostat said Thursday, compared to an average of 49.4 hours worked by employees in Turkey.
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A full-time employee in the EU worked 40.3 hours a week on average in 2016, Eurostat said Thursday, compared to an average of 49.4 hours worked by employees in Turkey.
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Refugees Want Wi-Fi More Than Food or Water, Says Turkish CEO
Refugees Want Wi-Fi More Than Food or Water, Says Turkish CEO
By Cristina Maza On 1/25/18 at 9:34 AM
Refugees are more concerned with connecting to Wi-Fi than they are with accessing food and water, Kaan Terzioglu, the CEO of Turkish mobile phone operator Turkcell, said at a session of the World Economic Forum’s annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland, on Wednesday.
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By Cristina Maza On 1/25/18 at 9:34 AM
Refugees are more concerned with connecting to Wi-Fi than they are with accessing food and water, Kaan Terzioglu, the CEO of Turkish mobile phone operator Turkcell, said at a session of the World Economic Forum’s annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland, on Wednesday.
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Turkish offensive in Syria : The poisoned olive branch - Qantara.de
Turkish offensive in Syria
The poisoned olive branch
Turkey has launched its second military campaign in northern Syria. But this time it is not directed against Islamic State. Once again the Kurds are in the firing line. This move also has implications for relations with Russia. An analysis by Michael Martens
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The poisoned olive branch
Turkey has launched its second military campaign in northern Syria. But this time it is not directed against Islamic State. Once again the Kurds are in the firing line. This move also has implications for relations with Russia. An analysis by Michael Martens
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Turkey disputes US version of Trump-Erdoğan phone call | World news | The Guardian
Turkey disputes US version of Trump-Erdoğan phone call
Turkish official denies Trump raised concerns over military action in Kurdish enclave in Syria
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Turkish official denies Trump raised concerns over military action in Kurdish enclave in Syria
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Wednesday, January 24, 2018
How to Wage War in Syria and Win an Election in Turkey | The National Interest
How to Wage War in Syria and Win an Election in Turkey
Turkey’s recent military incursion into Afrin will be a test case in many ways.
Gonul Tol
January 24, 2018
Amid much fanfare, Turkey launched a military incursion into the northwestern Kurdish enclave of Afrin over the weekend. Mosques across the country held special “conquest” prayers for the victory of the country’s military. The Ottoman military band, Mehter, performed in the border provinces as a show of support for soldiers taking part in the operation. After the country’s top cleric’s call, thousands across the country gathered in mosques to pray for the servicemen.
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Turkey’s recent military incursion into Afrin will be a test case in many ways.
Gonul Tol
January 24, 2018
Amid much fanfare, Turkey launched a military incursion into the northwestern Kurdish enclave of Afrin over the weekend. Mosques across the country held special “conquest” prayers for the victory of the country’s military. The Ottoman military band, Mehter, performed in the border provinces as a show of support for soldiers taking part in the operation. After the country’s top cleric’s call, thousands across the country gathered in mosques to pray for the servicemen.
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1 killed in Turkey's border city Kilis by rockets from Syria - Xinhua | English.news.cn
1 killed in Turkey's border city Kilis by rockets from Syria
Source: Xinhua| 2018-01-25 01:57:06|Editor: Mu Xuequan
ANKARA, Jan. 24 (Xinhua) -- One person was killed and 13 others wounded after two rockets launched from Syria's Afrin hit Turkey's border city of Kilis on Wednesday, the local governor said.
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Source: Xinhua| 2018-01-25 01:57:06|Editor: Mu Xuequan
ANKARA, Jan. 24 (Xinhua) -- One person was killed and 13 others wounded after two rockets launched from Syria's Afrin hit Turkey's border city of Kilis on Wednesday, the local governor said.
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Trump warns Erdogan to avoid clash between U.S., Turkish forces
Trump warns Erdogan to avoid clash between U.S., Turkish forces
Idrees Ali, Arshad Mohammed 5
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump urged Turkey to curtail its military operation in northern Syria and warned it not to bring U.S. and Turkish forces into conflict on Wednesday but analysts said he has little leverage to halt its NATO ally’s offensive there.
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Idrees Ali, Arshad Mohammed 5
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - U.S. President Donald Trump urged Turkey to curtail its military operation in northern Syria and warned it not to bring U.S. and Turkish forces into conflict on Wednesday but analysts said he has little leverage to halt its NATO ally’s offensive there.
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Erdogan scores big with Afrin operation, but problems remain
Erdogan scores big with Afrin operation, but problems remain
Semih Idiz January 23, 2018
Article Summary
Military experts say taking Afrin will be a tactical success for Ankara, but Turkey’s Kurdish concerns in Syria appear to be far from over
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Semih Idiz January 23, 2018
Article Summary
Military experts say taking Afrin will be a tactical success for Ankara, but Turkey’s Kurdish concerns in Syria appear to be far from over
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Tuesday, January 23, 2018
Understanding Turkey's endgame in Syria - CNN
Why Are U.S. Allies Killing Each Other In Syria?
January 23, 20185:27 PM ET
Peter Kenyon - Square
Turkey's military offensive in northwest Syria, dubbed "Operation Olive Branch," has alarmed several countries and led to an emergency session of the United Nations Security Council. It pits U.S. ally and NATO member Turkey against a Kurdish fighting force armed and trained by the United States as part of the fight to defeat ISIS in Syria.
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January 23, 20185:27 PM ET
Peter Kenyon - Square
Turkey's military offensive in northwest Syria, dubbed "Operation Olive Branch," has alarmed several countries and led to an emergency session of the United Nations Security Council. It pits U.S. ally and NATO member Turkey against a Kurdish fighting force armed and trained by the United States as part of the fight to defeat ISIS in Syria.
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Why Are U.S. Allies Killing Each Other In Syria? : Parallels : NPR
Why Are U.S. Allies Killing Each Other In Syria?
January 23, 20185:27 P
AP Turkey's military offensive in northwest Syria, dubbed "Operation Olive Branch," has alarmed several countries and led to an emergency session of the United Nations Security Council. It pits U.S. ally and NATO member Turkey against a Kurdish fighting force armed and trained by the United States as part of the fight to defeat ISIS in Syria.
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January 23, 20185:27 P
AP Turkey's military offensive in northwest Syria, dubbed "Operation Olive Branch," has alarmed several countries and led to an emergency session of the United Nations Security Council. It pits U.S. ally and NATO member Turkey against a Kurdish fighting force armed and trained by the United States as part of the fight to defeat ISIS in Syria.
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Conflicting reports emerge as Turkey's Olive Branch rakes Afrin
Conflicting reports emerge as Turkey's Olive Branch rakes Afrin
Amberin Zaman January 22, 2018
Article Summary
In the chaos of Turkey's offensive in Afrin, Syria, both the Turks and Syrian Kurdish militants continue to claim the upper hand and dismiss each other's casualty reports as propaganda.
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Amberin Zaman January 22, 2018
Article Summary
In the chaos of Turkey's offensive in Afrin, Syria, both the Turks and Syrian Kurdish militants continue to claim the upper hand and dismiss each other's casualty reports as propaganda.
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There are enough signs for Turkey to exercise self-defense in Afrin: Netherlands - Daily Sabah
There are enough signs for Turkey to exercise self-defense in Afrin: Netherlands
The Netherlands said Tuesday that there have been enough signs for Turkey to exercise self-defense and launch the Operation Olive Branch in Syria's Afrin to protect its borders.
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The Netherlands said Tuesday that there have been enough signs for Turkey to exercise self-defense and launch the Operation Olive Branch in Syria's Afrin to protect its borders.
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Analysis: Why Turkey Wants a ‘Secure Zone’ in Afrin — Syria Deeply
Analysis: Why Turkey Wants a ‘Secure Zone’ in Afrin
Turkey’s operation on the Kurdish enclave of Afrin in Syria aims to halt YPG expansion near Turkey’s border, facilitate refugee returns and empower Ankara-backed FSA forces, writes analyst Ömer Özkizilcik.
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Turkey’s operation on the Kurdish enclave of Afrin in Syria aims to halt YPG expansion near Turkey’s border, facilitate refugee returns and empower Ankara-backed FSA forces, writes analyst Ömer Özkizilcik.
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Turkey Detains 91, Including Politicians, Journalists, Over Syria Comments | Jewish & Israel News Algemeiner.com
Turkey Detains 91, Including Politicians, Journalists, Over Syria Comments
by Reuters and Algemeiner Staff
Turkey arrested dozens of people overnight for “spreading terrorist propaganda” about its Syrian incursion, state media said on Tuesday, raising to nearly 100 the number of such detainees, including politicians, journalists and activists.
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by Reuters and Algemeiner Staff
Turkey arrested dozens of people overnight for “spreading terrorist propaganda” about its Syrian incursion, state media said on Tuesday, raising to nearly 100 the number of such detainees, including politicians, journalists and activists.
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German government under fire over Leopard tanks in Syria | News | DW | 23.01.2018
German government under fire over Leopard tanks in Syria
Germany's government has faced a slew of criticism over German-made tanks that Turkey deployed in its push into Syria. Some politicians have called for an immediate halt to arms exports to Turkey and nixing a key deal.
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Germany's government has faced a slew of criticism over German-made tanks that Turkey deployed in its push into Syria. Some politicians have called for an immediate halt to arms exports to Turkey and nixing a key deal.
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Arms for Hostage? Germany Explores Yücel Deal with Turkey - SPIEGEL ONLINE
Berlin Weighs Tank Deal with Turkey to Free Journalist
Officially, Germany insists it wants no part of any kind of trade-off with Turkey in its effort to free imprisoned journalist Deniz Yücel. Behind the scenes, though, a tank deal could be taking shape.
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Officially, Germany insists it wants no part of any kind of trade-off with Turkey in its effort to free imprisoned journalist Deniz Yücel. Behind the scenes, though, a tank deal could be taking shape.
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First Turkish soldier dies in Syria offensive | World | The Times & The Sunday Times
First Turkish soldier dies in Syria offensive
Hannah Lucinda Smith, Istanbul
January 23 2018, 12:00pm, The Times
The first Turkish soldier has been killed in its offensive inside Syria, as Ankara’s attack on the Kurdish enclave around Afrin enters its fourth day.
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Hannah Lucinda Smith, Istanbul
January 23 2018, 12:00pm, The Times
The first Turkish soldier has been killed in its offensive inside Syria, as Ankara’s attack on the Kurdish enclave around Afrin enters its fourth day.
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Monday, January 22, 2018
Releasing criminals in Turkey becomes a habit
Releasing criminals in Turkey becomes a habit
“I am going to commit a massacre, and I will kill you all!” said the husband. Police knew Ali Yardım was a violent man, so did the judges.
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“I am going to commit a massacre, and I will kill you all!” said the husband. Police knew Ali Yardım was a violent man, so did the judges.
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Why Mexico and Turkey are the most attractive emerging markets in 2018 than India, China - The Financial Express
Why Mexico and Turkey are the most attractive emerging markets in 2018 than India, China
Mexico and Turkey are showing themselves to be the most attractive emerging markets in 2018 based on a range of metrics including growth, yields, current-account position and asset valuations analyzed by Bloomberg.
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Mexico and Turkey are showing themselves to be the most attractive emerging markets in 2018 based on a range of metrics including growth, yields, current-account position and asset valuations analyzed by Bloomberg.
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Conflicting reports emerge as Turkey's Olive Branch rakes Afrin
Conflicting reports emerge as Turkey's Olive Branch rakes Afrin
Amberin Zaman January 22, 2018
Article Summary In the chaos of Turkey's offensive in Afrin, Syria, both the Turks and Syrian Kurdish militants continue to claim the upper hand and dismiss each other's casualty reports as propaganda.
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Amberin Zaman January 22, 2018
Article Summary In the chaos of Turkey's offensive in Afrin, Syria, both the Turks and Syrian Kurdish militants continue to claim the upper hand and dismiss each other's casualty reports as propaganda.
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Tillerson 'concerned' at Turkey's Syria offensive - CNN
Tillerson 'concerned' at Turkey's Syria offensive
Ankara’s latest military offensive in Syria and its domestic agenda are leading to a cul-de-sac with the EU.
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Ankara’s latest military offensive in Syria and its domestic agenda are leading to a cul-de-sac with the EU.
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A Sea Change for Turkey in Europe - Carnegie Europe - Carnegie Endowment for International Peace
A Sea Change for Turkey in Europe
Marc Pierini
Ankara’s latest military offensive in Syria and its domestic agenda are leading to a cul-de-sac with the EU.
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Marc Pierini
Ankara’s latest military offensive in Syria and its domestic agenda are leading to a cul-de-sac with the EU.
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Turkey sets new high-consumption power tariff
Turkey sets new high-consumption power tariff
22 Jan 2018, 3.38 pm GMT
London, 22 January (Argus) — Turkey's energy regulator EPDK launched a new power tariff for users who consume at least 50 GWh/yr from April, in a bid to "incentivise transition to a competitive market".
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22 Jan 2018, 3.38 pm GMT
London, 22 January (Argus) — Turkey's energy regulator EPDK launched a new power tariff for users who consume at least 50 GWh/yr from April, in a bid to "incentivise transition to a competitive market".
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Kremlin says in touch with Ankara over north Syria operation
Kremlin says in touch with Ankara over north Syria operation
MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russian officials are in contact with the Turkish leadership over Ankara’s military operation against Kurdish YPG fighters in northern Syria’s Afrin region, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Monday.
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MOSCOW (Reuters) - Russian officials are in contact with the Turkish leadership over Ankara’s military operation against Kurdish YPG fighters in northern Syria’s Afrin region, Kremlin spokesman Dmitry Peskov said on Monday.
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Report: Avalanche kills 2 soldiers, injures 7 in Turkey - Daily Press
Report: Avalanche kills 2 soldiers, injures 7 in Turkey
Associated Press
A Turkish media report says Turkish troops conducting military operations in Turkey's southeast have been hit by an avalanche.
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Associated Press
A Turkish media report says Turkish troops conducting military operations in Turkey's southeast have been hit by an avalanche.
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Turkey detains 24 people over social media comments on Syria, ministry says
Turkey detains 24 people over social media comments on Syria, ministry says
Daren Butler
ISTANBUL (Reuters) - Turkish police have detained 24 people for allegedly “spreading terrorist propaganda” on social media related to Ankara’s military operation against Kurdish fighters in northern Syria, the interior ministry said on Monday.
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Daren Butler
ISTANBUL (Reuters) - Turkish police have detained 24 people for allegedly “spreading terrorist propaganda” on social media related to Ankara’s military operation against Kurdish fighters in northern Syria, the interior ministry said on Monday.
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Sunday, January 21, 2018
Turkish military enters Syrian city after days of airstrikes - CNN
Turkish military enters Syrian city after days of airstrikes
By Sheena McKenzie, Gul Tuysuz and Jonny Hallam, CNN Updated 10:48 AM ET, Sun January 21, 2018 01
(CNN)Turkey launched a ground operation across the border into northern Syria on Sunday, in a move likely to raise tensions with the United States.
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By Sheena McKenzie, Gul Tuysuz and Jonny Hallam, CNN Updated 10:48 AM ET, Sun January 21, 2018 01
(CNN)Turkey launched a ground operation across the border into northern Syria on Sunday, in a move likely to raise tensions with the United States.
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Saturday, January 20, 2018
Turkey launches airstrikes in Syria against U.S.-backed Kurdish fighters - The Washington Post
Turkey launches airstrikes in Syria against U.S.-backed Kurdish fighters
ISTANBUL — Turkish warplanes carried out airstrike against Kurdish fighters in Syria on Saturday to open a long-anticipated offensive on Afrin, an enclave for the Kurdish militias backed by the United States.
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ISTANBUL — Turkish warplanes carried out airstrike against Kurdish fighters in Syria on Saturday to open a long-anticipated offensive on Afrin, an enclave for the Kurdish militias backed by the United States.
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Turkish exiles′ news portal "Ahval": Hardly politically neutral - Qantara.de
Turkish exiles′ news portal "Ahval" Hardly politically neutral
Dissident Turkish journalists have taken refuge with foreign information platforms. The latest of these, in Arabic, has some rather dubious supporters however. By Joseph Croitoru
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Dissident Turkish journalists have taken refuge with foreign information platforms. The latest of these, in Arabic, has some rather dubious supporters however. By Joseph Croitoru
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Friday, January 19, 2018
Turkey to propose EU ‘CoE formula’ for visa liberalization
Turkey to propose EU ‘CoE formula’ for visa liberalization
Sevil Erkuş - ANKARA
Turkey will submit a position paper to launch a visa liberalization dialogue with the EU. The draft document has proposed to conduct the issue about the anti-terrorism law through the “formula of a working group between Ankara and the Council of Europe (CoE),” Foreign Minister Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu told Hürriyet Daily News on Jan. 18.
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Sevil Erkuş - ANKARA
Turkey will submit a position paper to launch a visa liberalization dialogue with the EU. The draft document has proposed to conduct the issue about the anti-terrorism law through the “formula of a working group between Ankara and the Council of Europe (CoE),” Foreign Minister Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu told Hürriyet Daily News on Jan. 18.
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Thursday, January 18, 2018
Turkey business lobby calls for end to emergency rule
Turkey business lobby calls for end to emergency rule
by Reuters Thursday, 18 January 2018
By Ece Toksabay ANKARA, Jan 18 (Reuters) - Turkey's main business lobby on Thursday called on the government to end the state of emergency as parliament was expected to extend it for a sixth time since it was imposed after an attempted coup in 2016.
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by Reuters Thursday, 18 January 2018
By Ece Toksabay ANKARA, Jan 18 (Reuters) - Turkey's main business lobby on Thursday called on the government to end the state of emergency as parliament was expected to extend it for a sixth time since it was imposed after an attempted coup in 2016.
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Child pregnancies reignite sexual abuse debate in Turkey - BBC News
Child pregnancies reignite sexual abuse debate in Turkey
By George Pierpoint, BBC UGC and Social News Dilay Yalcin, BBC Monitoring
18 January 2018
News reports of a spate of underage pregnancies in Turkey have sparked anger online.
One hundred and fifteen girls, including 39 from Syria, have been treated at a single hospital in Istanbul in less than five months.
News website Hurriyet Daily reported 38 girls became pregnant before the age of 15, and 77 before turning 18.
The age of consent is 18 in Turkey and all cases of pregnancy under the age of 15 are classified as child abuse.
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By George Pierpoint, BBC UGC and Social News Dilay Yalcin, BBC Monitoring
18 January 2018
News reports of a spate of underage pregnancies in Turkey have sparked anger online.
One hundred and fifteen girls, including 39 from Syria, have been treated at a single hospital in Istanbul in less than five months.
News website Hurriyet Daily reported 38 girls became pregnant before the age of 15, and 77 before turning 18.
The age of consent is 18 in Turkey and all cases of pregnancy under the age of 15 are classified as child abuse.
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Turkey’s Central Bank keeps rates unchanged
Turkey’s Central Bank keeps rates unchanged
ANKARA
The Central Bank will keep interest rates on hold, in line with expectations, according to a statement released by the bank on Jan. 18.
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ANKARA
The Central Bank will keep interest rates on hold, in line with expectations, according to a statement released by the bank on Jan. 18.
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Amid spat with Turkey, Tillerson denies Syria border force | The Olympian
Amid spat with Turkey, Tillerson denies Syria border force
By MATTHEW PENNINGTON Associated Press
January 17, 2018 08:37 PM
Secretary of State Rex Tillerson said Wednesday the United States owes Turkey an explanation for saying it is supporting the creation of a border security force in northern Syria — a proposal that has drawn furious reaction from Ankara.
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By MATTHEW PENNINGTON Associated Press
January 17, 2018 08:37 PM
Secretary of State Rex Tillerson said Wednesday the United States owes Turkey an explanation for saying it is supporting the creation of a border security force in northern Syria — a proposal that has drawn furious reaction from Ankara.
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US owes Turkey explanation on border force: Tillerson
US owes Turkey explanation on border force: Tillerson
We are not creating a Syria border security force at all, says Secretary of State Rex Tillerson, pushing back at controversy
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We are not creating a Syria border security force at all, says Secretary of State Rex Tillerson, pushing back at controversy
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Wednesday, January 17, 2018
Why Turkey And EU Need A New Partnership
Why Turkey And EU Need A New Partnership
by Ozay Mehmet on 17 January 2018
Now, at the start of a New Year, it may be the right time to redefine Turkey-EU relations on a brand-new footing of mutual trust and respect.
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by Ozay Mehmet on 17 January 2018
Now, at the start of a New Year, it may be the right time to redefine Turkey-EU relations on a brand-new footing of mutual trust and respect.
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The AKP-MHP convergence in Turkish politics
The AKP-MHP convergence in Turkish politics
Nationalist Movement Party (MHP) head Devlet Bahçeli recently declared that his party would give full support for the re-election of President Tayyip Erdoğan, the chairman of the ruling Justice and Development Party (AK Parti).
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Nationalist Movement Party (MHP) head Devlet Bahçeli recently declared that his party would give full support for the re-election of President Tayyip Erdoğan, the chairman of the ruling Justice and Development Party (AK Parti).
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Tuesday, January 16, 2018
Turkish Lira falls amid escalating geopolitical concerns
Turkish Lira falls amid escalating geopolitical concerns
ISTANBUL
Turkey’s currency has weakened both against the U.S. dollar and the euro, as geopolitical risks escalate over a possible military operation by Turkey in the Afrin region of northern Syria.
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ISTANBUL
Turkey’s currency has weakened both against the U.S. dollar and the euro, as geopolitical risks escalate over a possible military operation by Turkey in the Afrin region of northern Syria.
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Istanbul museum charts Turkish press history
Istanbul museum charts Turkish press history
ISTANBUL
The Press Museum in Istanbul charts the development of press-related technologies, taking visitors on a journey through Turkish press history and showing them portraits of well-known journalists along the way.
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ISTANBUL
The Press Museum in Istanbul charts the development of press-related technologies, taking visitors on a journey through Turkish press history and showing them portraits of well-known journalists along the way.
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Freedom House reduces Turkey’s status to ‘not free’ in annual report
Freedom House reduces Turkey’s status to ‘not free’ in annual report
ISTANBUL
U.S.-based non-governmental organization Freedom House has reduced Turkey’s status from “partly free” to “not free” in its latest annual report.
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ISTANBUL
U.S.-based non-governmental organization Freedom House has reduced Turkey’s status from “partly free” to “not free” in its latest annual report.
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Three big parties at risk of dropping out of Turkish Parliament in next election: Pollster
Three big parties at risk of dropping out of Turkish Parliament in next election: Pollster
İpek Özbey - ISTANBUL
Three key parties, including two currently represented at the Turkish Parliament, risk falling below the 10 percent threshold in the next parliamentary election, according to Bekir Ağırdır, the general director of respected polling company Konda.
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İpek Özbey - ISTANBUL
Three key parties, including two currently represented at the Turkish Parliament, risk falling below the 10 percent threshold in the next parliamentary election, according to Bekir Ağırdır, the general director of respected polling company Konda.
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Monday, January 15, 2018
Turkey reveals route of ‘crazy’ Istanbul canal project
Turkey reveals route of ‘crazy’ Istanbul canal project
1/15/18 11:10 AM
ANKARA, Turkey — Turkey has revealed the planned route for an ambitious canal in Istanbul that would link the Mediterranean Sea and the Black Sea — a project President Recep Tayyip Erdogan once dubbed one of his “crazy projects.”
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1/15/18 11:10 AM
ANKARA, Turkey — Turkey has revealed the planned route for an ambitious canal in Istanbul that would link the Mediterranean Sea and the Black Sea — a project President Recep Tayyip Erdogan once dubbed one of his “crazy projects.”
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Erdogan Accuses U.S. of Creating `Army of Terror' on Turk Border - Bloomberg
Erdogan Accuses U.S. of Creating `Army of Terror' on Turk Border
By Selcan Hacaoglu
January 14, 2018, 3:59 PM GMT+3 Updated on January 15, 2018, 3:13 PM GMT+3
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan accused Washington of establishing an “army of terror” along the Turkish border, as his country drew closer to open confrontation with U.S.-backed Kurdish troops in neighboring Syria.
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By Selcan Hacaoglu
January 14, 2018, 3:59 PM GMT+3 Updated on January 15, 2018, 3:13 PM GMT+3
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan accused Washington of establishing an “army of terror” along the Turkish border, as his country drew closer to open confrontation with U.S.-backed Kurdish troops in neighboring Syria.
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Turkey-EU relations: What now?
Turkey-EU relations: What now?
By Lida Filippakis / Published on: 15-01-2018, 12:19
After years of turbulent negotiations, Turkey and the European Union are entering a phase in which their relations are more focused on enhanced co-operation in certain areas, rather than a full EU membership of Ankara, analysts said.
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By Lida Filippakis / Published on: 15-01-2018, 12:19
After years of turbulent negotiations, Turkey and the European Union are entering a phase in which their relations are more focused on enhanced co-operation in certain areas, rather than a full EU membership of Ankara, analysts said.
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Turkey’s Abdullah Gül discovers political spine, maybe
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Always cautious before, former president and ally dares push back against Erdoğan, fueling chatter Gül might run against him in 2019.
Sunday, January 14, 2018
Spiegel editor′s Twitter account hacked to post pro-Turkey message | News | DW | 14.01.2018
Spiegel editor's Twitter account hacked to post pro-Turkey message
The Twitter account of Spiegel editor-in-chief Klaus Brinkbäumer has been hacked and used to apologize for bad news published about Turkey. The magazine has published extensively on Turkey and its relations with Germany.
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The Twitter account of Spiegel editor-in-chief Klaus Brinkbäumer has been hacked and used to apologize for bad news published about Turkey. The magazine has published extensively on Turkey and its relations with Germany.
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Turkey and the EU: time for plan B? | German News | Expatica Germany
Turkey and the EU: time for plan B?
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After an over half century accession bid, Turkey and the European Union are moving into a new period of relations where tighter cooperation in specific areas will be prioritised over Ankara's drive for full membership, analysts say.
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After an over half century accession bid, Turkey and the European Union are moving into a new period of relations where tighter cooperation in specific areas will be prioritised over Ankara's drive for full membership, analysts say.
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Turkey to launch military operations in Syria | The Siasat Daily
Turkey to launch military operations in Syria
January 14, 2018, 6:39 AM IST
Ankara: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Saturday that Turkey would conduct military operations in Syria’s Afrin if Kurdish Peoples’ Protection Units (YPG) militants do not withdraw in a week.
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January 14, 2018, 6:39 AM IST
Ankara: Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan said on Saturday that Turkey would conduct military operations in Syria’s Afrin if Kurdish Peoples’ Protection Units (YPG) militants do not withdraw in a week.
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Saturday, January 13, 2018
Turkey blasts 'distorted' EU Cyprus declaration
Turkey blasts 'distorted' EU Cyprus declaration
ISTANBUL - Anadolu Agency
Turkey criticized a joint statement of southern EU member states on the Cyprus issue as both distorted and unhelpful on Jan. 12.
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ISTANBUL - Anadolu Agency
Turkey criticized a joint statement of southern EU member states on the Cyprus issue as both distorted and unhelpful on Jan. 12.
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Friday, January 12, 2018
Turkey's other coup victims: Innocents thrown in filthy jails for using an app | Middle East Eye
Turkey's other coup victims: Innocents thrown in filthy jails for using an app
#TurkeyCoup
Turkey has cleared thousands of workers of being coup plotters. But months of misery and dire prison conditions have left their mark
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#TurkeyCoup
Turkey has cleared thousands of workers of being coup plotters. But months of misery and dire prison conditions have left their mark
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Deconstructing Turkey’s foreign policy | The Strategist
Deconstructing Turkey’s foreign policy
12 Jan 2018|Isaac Kfir
Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has redefined Turkey’s foreign policy, making it more independent and nationalist. The key to the new policy is a shift in Turkey’s security concerns, as the country has become less fearful of and closer to Russia (a traditional enemy) and Iran (a regional competitor and a possible supporter of Kurdish independence), while also successfully resurrecting Necmettin Erbakan’s Islamist foreign policy.
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12 Jan 2018|Isaac Kfir
Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has redefined Turkey’s foreign policy, making it more independent and nationalist. The key to the new policy is a shift in Turkey’s security concerns, as the country has become less fearful of and closer to Russia (a traditional enemy) and Iran (a regional competitor and a possible supporter of Kurdish independence), while also successfully resurrecting Necmettin Erbakan’s Islamist foreign policy.
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Turkish courts defy order to release two jailed journalists
Turkish courts defy order to release two jailed journalists
Criminal courts refuse to implement constitutional court ruling
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Criminal courts refuse to implement constitutional court ruling
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Thursday, January 11, 2018
Erdogan’s ‘crazy’ canal only one part of massive transport push | Asia Times
Erdogan’s ‘crazy’ canal only one part of massive transport push
New Istanbul airport will be among world’s largest; rails to link China, Europe
By Asia Times staff January 12, 2018 6:10 AM (UTC+8)
While Turkey’s decision to go ahead with canal that will slice through Istanbul continues be met with skepticism, it is just one of many developments that could transform transportation in the region, the Journal of Commerce reports.
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New Istanbul airport will be among world’s largest; rails to link China, Europe
By Asia Times staff January 12, 2018 6:10 AM (UTC+8)
While Turkey’s decision to go ahead with canal that will slice through Istanbul continues be met with skepticism, it is just one of many developments that could transform transportation in the region, the Journal of Commerce reports.
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Turkey’s State of Emergency | The Nation
Turkey’s State of Emergency
Could the Kurdish issue be the one that ultimately shakes Erdoğan’s seemingly unbreakable grip on power?
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Could the Kurdish issue be the one that ultimately shakes Erdoğan’s seemingly unbreakable grip on power?
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Will Turkey Call Early Elections? - The Washington Institute for Near East Policy
Will Turkey Call Early Elections?
Soner Cagaptay January 11, 2018
The next domino in Erdogan's consolidation of power may soon fall, and Washington should view any short-term spike in his nationalist rhetoric through this domestic political lens.
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Soner Cagaptay January 11, 2018
The next domino in Erdogan's consolidation of power may soon fall, and Washington should view any short-term spike in his nationalist rhetoric through this domestic political lens.
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Turkey: A Cautionary Tale
Turkey: A Cautionary Tale
When Turkey’s President Erdogan came to Washington in May, apart from his security detail beating up protesters, he had a meeting with 40 prominent U.S. investors where he urged them to increase investments in Turkey. The Turkish Ministry of the Economy also launched an image campaign under the slogan “Come to Turkey, discover your own story!” to attract foreign investors. The following should act as a cautionary tale.
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When Turkey’s President Erdogan came to Washington in May, apart from his security detail beating up protesters, he had a meeting with 40 prominent U.S. investors where he urged them to increase investments in Turkey. The Turkish Ministry of the Economy also launched an image campaign under the slogan “Come to Turkey, discover your own story!” to attract foreign investors. The following should act as a cautionary tale.
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Wednesday, January 10, 2018
Do improved ties with France, Germany signal end to Turkey’s EU bid?
Do improved ties with France, Germany signal end to Turkey’s EU bid?
Semih Idiz January 10, 2018
Article Summary
Turkish liberals lament the state of Ankara-EU relations, but pro-government analysts believe developing practical ties with key European powers is better than waiting at the EU’s door.
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Semih Idiz January 10, 2018
Article Summary
Turkish liberals lament the state of Ankara-EU relations, but pro-government analysts believe developing practical ties with key European powers is better than waiting at the EU’s door.
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To Save Turkey’s Democracy, the Country’s Opposition must Offer Erdogan a Grand Bargain
To Save Turkey’s Democracy, the Country’s Opposition must Offer Erdogan a Grand Bargain
Soner Cagaptay
January 8, 2018
Turkish democracy is dying. Of the three parties in the country’s legislature that oppose President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP), the leader of the first — the Peoples Democracy Party (HDP) — has been jailed by Erdogan. The leader of the second — the Nationalist Action Party (MHP) — has said he wants to join forces with Erdogan. And the leader of the third, and main opposition faction — the Republican People’s Party (CHP) — has been labeled a “national security issue” by Erdogan’s deputy prime minister.
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Soner Cagaptay
January 8, 2018
Turkish democracy is dying. Of the three parties in the country’s legislature that oppose President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP), the leader of the first — the Peoples Democracy Party (HDP) — has been jailed by Erdogan. The leader of the second — the Nationalist Action Party (MHP) — has said he wants to join forces with Erdogan. And the leader of the third, and main opposition faction — the Republican People’s Party (CHP) — has been labeled a “national security issue” by Erdogan’s deputy prime minister.
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Turkey's Good Party emerges as serious challenger to Erdogan | Euronews
Turkey's Good Party emerges as serious challenger to Erdogan
By Euronews
last updated: 10/01/2018
The Good Party has gathered ground since its foundation last October, emerging as a serious contender to Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in next year's presidential elections.
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By Euronews
last updated: 10/01/2018
The Good Party has gathered ground since its foundation last October, emerging as a serious contender to Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in next year's presidential elections.
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Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals Report Turkey – satPRnews
Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals Report Turkey
The new report from Pharmaceuticals Market Reports has been published today. It provides updated in 2018 year analysis of pharmaceutical industries.
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The new report from Pharmaceuticals Market Reports has been published today. It provides updated in 2018 year analysis of pharmaceutical industries.
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Tuesday, January 09, 2018
Erdogan's border-security bluster a snarl at Moscow
Erdogan's border-security bluster a snarl at Moscow
Amberin Zaman January 9, 2018
Article Summary
The Turkish president has renewed threats to move against Syrian Kurdish forces, playing to his nationalist base with promises to secure Turkey's borders, but is unlikely to take action yet for fear of Russian retaliation.
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Amberin Zaman January 9, 2018
Article Summary
The Turkish president has renewed threats to move against Syrian Kurdish forces, playing to his nationalist base with promises to secure Turkey's borders, but is unlikely to take action yet for fear of Russian retaliation.
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Turkey to launch ecolabel for textile, paper, ceramics
Turkey to launch ecolabel for textile, paper, ceramics
Seven firms to receive ecolabel certifying that their products are environment-friendly
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Seven firms to receive ecolabel certifying that their products are environment-friendly
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Turkish Cyprus PM fails to win majority | EurasiaTimes
Turkish Cyprus PM fails to win majority
by Eurasiatimes
Northern Cyprus looks set to be ruled by a right-wing coalition sceptical of reunifying the island after the party of the isolated statelet’s prime minister failed to gain an overall majority.
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by Eurasiatimes
Northern Cyprus looks set to be ruled by a right-wing coalition sceptical of reunifying the island after the party of the isolated statelet’s prime minister failed to gain an overall majority.
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Monday, January 08, 2018
Turkish scientists to crack Neolithic-era DNA code, European funding awarded
Turkish scientists to crack Neolithic-era DNA code, European funding awarded
ANKARA – Anadolu Agency
The European Research Council (ERC) has awarded Turkish scientists a €2.5 million ($2.9 million) grant to analyze the DNA of 1,500 people who used to live in the Anatolian region – the Asian part of present-day Turkey – during the Neolithic period.
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ANKARA – Anadolu Agency
The European Research Council (ERC) has awarded Turkish scientists a €2.5 million ($2.9 million) grant to analyze the DNA of 1,500 people who used to live in the Anatolian region – the Asian part of present-day Turkey – during the Neolithic period.
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Turkey's Nationalist Opposition to Back Erdogan in 2019 Election | World News | US News
Turkey's Nationalist Opposition to Back Erdogan in 2019 Election
Jan. 8, 2018, at 8:02 a.m.
ANKARA (Reuters) - Turkey's nationalist opposition said on Monday it would back President Tayyip Erdogan in the 2019 election, signaling continued right-wing support crucial to his narrow victory in a constitutional referendum last year.
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Jan. 8, 2018, at 8:02 a.m.
ANKARA (Reuters) - Turkey's nationalist opposition said on Monday it would back President Tayyip Erdogan in the 2019 election, signaling continued right-wing support crucial to his narrow victory in a constitutional referendum last year.
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Macron's snub sends Erdogan further into Putin's embrace | Asia Times
Macron’s snub sends Erdogan further into Putin’s embrace
Once passionately desired by its strongman leader, the likelihood of EU membership for Turkey looks to have been put to bed
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Once passionately desired by its strongman leader, the likelihood of EU membership for Turkey looks to have been put to bed
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PM’s ruling party wins election in Turkish Cypriot poll
PM’s ruling party wins election in Turkish Cypriot poll
NICOSIA – Anadolu Agency
According to the unofficial parliamentary election results on Jan. 8 in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, the National Unity Party (UBP) won the election with 35.44 percent in the snap general election.
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NICOSIA – Anadolu Agency
According to the unofficial parliamentary election results on Jan. 8 in the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus, the National Unity Party (UBP) won the election with 35.44 percent in the snap general election.
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Germany's 'In the Fade' wins Golden Globe for foreign film - ABC News
Germany's 'In the Fade' wins Golden Globe for foreign film
By andrew dalton, associated press
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. — Jan 7, 2018, 10:35 PM ET
"In the Fade," a German film that tackles terrorism from multiple, and multicultural, perspectives won the Golden Globe on Sunday for best foreign language film.
"How'd that happen?" said a stunned Fatih Akin as he accepted the award. "Thank you for elevating this movie even though it's in a foreign language."
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By andrew dalton, associated press
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. — Jan 7, 2018, 10:35 PM ET
"In the Fade," a German film that tackles terrorism from multiple, and multicultural, perspectives won the Golden Globe on Sunday for best foreign language film.
"How'd that happen?" said a stunned Fatih Akin as he accepted the award. "Thank you for elevating this movie even though it's in a foreign language."
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Turkey needs more women in local governance
Turkey needs more women in local governance
Four-year-old Elif and two-year-old Hira were killed by their father Ali Yardım on Jan. 2 in Istanbul’s Maltepe district. Their mother Dilek Yardım, who was seeking a divorce from Ali, said at the funeral on Jan. 4 that she had repeatedly applied to the authorities to have a restraining order issued against her husband. But she was unable to get one.
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Four-year-old Elif and two-year-old Hira were killed by their father Ali Yardım on Jan. 2 in Istanbul’s Maltepe district. Their mother Dilek Yardım, who was seeking a divorce from Ali, said at the funeral on Jan. 4 that she had repeatedly applied to the authorities to have a restraining order issued against her husband. But she was unable to get one.
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Saturday, January 06, 2018
'Turkey is worn out with waiting for EU accession' - Erdogan | Euronews
'Turkey is worn out with waiting for EU accession' - Erdogan
By Catherine Hardy
last updated: 05/01/2018
Emmanuel Macron warned Recep Tayyip Erdogan over the rule of law and ruled out progress in Turkey's EU membership bid as the French president hosted his Turkish counterpart in Paris.
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By Catherine Hardy
last updated: 05/01/2018
Emmanuel Macron warned Recep Tayyip Erdogan over the rule of law and ruled out progress in Turkey's EU membership bid as the French president hosted his Turkish counterpart in Paris.
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Two votes, one last chance for Cypriot reunification – POLITICO
Two votes, one last chance for Cypriot reunification
By Sara Stefanini
The collapse of talks between Turkish and Greek Cypriot leaders late last year all but extinguished hopes that the island would ever be united.
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By Sara Stefanini
The collapse of talks between Turkish and Greek Cypriot leaders late last year all but extinguished hopes that the island would ever be united.
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Friday, January 05, 2018
Macron says 'no progress possible' on Turkey EU bid
Macron says 'no progress possible' on Turkey EU bid
By AFP
French President Emmanuel Macron said Friday that political developments in Turkey were effectively blocking its EU accession bid, suggesting a "partnership" instead of full membership.
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By AFP
French President Emmanuel Macron said Friday that political developments in Turkey were effectively blocking its EU accession bid, suggesting a "partnership" instead of full membership.
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Macron questions Turkey′s EU credentials, Erdogan condemns journalists | News | DW | 05.01.2018
Macron questions Turkey's EU credentials, Erdogan condemns journalists
During a tense press conference, France's Macron said progress isn't possible in Turkey's EU membership bid because of human rights concerns. Turkey's Erdogan responded that journalists are "gardeners" of terrorism.
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During a tense press conference, France's Macron said progress isn't possible in Turkey's EU membership bid because of human rights concerns. Turkey's Erdogan responded that journalists are "gardeners" of terrorism.
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Prominent Turkish actor dies aged 93
Prominent Turkish actor dies aged 93
Munir Ozkul, known for his memorable roles in landmark Turkish movies, passes away after long bout of illness
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Munir Ozkul, known for his memorable roles in landmark Turkish movies, passes away after long bout of illness
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Turkey ousts mayor of Istanbul district as opposition cries foul
Turkey ousts mayor of Istanbul district as opposition cries foul
ANKARA – The Turkish interior ministry on Thursday dismissed the high-profile mayor of the central Istanbul district of Besiktas, sparking opposition accusations that it was politically motivated.
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ANKARA – The Turkish interior ministry on Thursday dismissed the high-profile mayor of the central Istanbul district of Besiktas, sparking opposition accusations that it was politically motivated.
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The dark side of Turkey’s economic boom | All media content | DW | 05.01.2018
The dark side of Turkey’s economic boom
Turkey’s economy is booming — officially, at least. Skyscrapers are sprouting up and exports are strong. But high inflation means that many in Turkey are feeling the pinch.
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Turkey’s economy is booming — officially, at least. Skyscrapers are sprouting up and exports are strong. But high inflation means that many in Turkey are feeling the pinch.
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Is ice finally thawing between EU, Turkey?
Is ice finally thawing between EU, Turkey?
Semih Idiz January 4, 2018
Ending 2017 on a comparatively higher note, recent conversations and visits between officials from European countries and Turkey could help nudge both sides to better relations in 2018.
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Semih Idiz January 4, 2018
Ending 2017 on a comparatively higher note, recent conversations and visits between officials from European countries and Turkey could help nudge both sides to better relations in 2018.
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Thursday, January 04, 2018
Demirtas steps down as Turkey's Kurds ponder new strategy
Demirtas steps down as Turkey's Kurds ponder new strategy
Amberin Zaman
Selahattin Demirtas plans to relinquish his post as co-chair of the Peoples' Democratic Party, as Ankara continues to repress political opposition.
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Amberin Zaman
Selahattin Demirtas plans to relinquish his post as co-chair of the Peoples' Democratic Party, as Ankara continues to repress political opposition.
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Turkey removes opposition party mayor from office -... | Daily Mail Online
Turkey removes opposition party mayor from office - ministry statement
By Reuters
ANKARA, Jan 4 (Reuters) - Turkey's Interior Ministry removed the opposition mayor of Istanbul's Besiktas municipality from office on Thursday, accusing him of links to the 2016 attempted coup and corruption.
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By Reuters
ANKARA, Jan 4 (Reuters) - Turkey's Interior Ministry removed the opposition mayor of Istanbul's Besiktas municipality from office on Thursday, accusing him of links to the 2016 attempted coup and corruption.
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'Scandalous Decision': How A Turkish Banker's Conviction In U.S. Is Roiling Ankara : The Two-Way : NPR
'Scandalous Decision': How A Turkish Banker's Conviction In U.S. Is Roiling Ankara
January 4, 201812:44 PM ET
A federal trial in New York City, which saw a Turkish banker tried on allegations of evading U.S. sanctions on Iran, ended Wednesday with his conviction on five of six charges — including bank fraud and several conspiracies to defraud American financial institutions.
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January 4, 201812:44 PM ET
A federal trial in New York City, which saw a Turkish banker tried on allegations of evading U.S. sanctions on Iran, ended Wednesday with his conviction on five of six charges — including bank fraud and several conspiracies to defraud American financial institutions.
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Erdogan's Ottoman dream causes storm in Red Sea
Erdogan's Ottoman dream causes storm in Red Sea
READ IN: Türkçe Fehim Tastekin January 3, 2018 0 1 3 5 6 Article Summary Turkey’s unexpected military-cooperation deal with Sudan and leasing of Suakin Island have rekindled Ottoman fears in the region.
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READ IN: Türkçe Fehim Tastekin January 3, 2018 0 1 3 5 6 Article Summary Turkey’s unexpected military-cooperation deal with Sudan and leasing of Suakin Island have rekindled Ottoman fears in the region.
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Turkey: US trial of Turkish banker 'legal disgrace' - NY Daily News
Turkey: US trial of Turkish banker 'legal disgrace'
Thursday, January 4, 2018, 3:18 AM
ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — Turkey has slammed the conviction in New York of a Turkish banker accused of helping Iran evade sanctions as a "legal disgrace," and says it hopes the decision will be overturned.
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Thursday, January 4, 2018, 3:18 AM
ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — Turkey has slammed the conviction in New York of a Turkish banker accused of helping Iran evade sanctions as a "legal disgrace," and says it hopes the decision will be overturned.
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Wednesday, January 03, 2018
Turkey Trade Deficit Widens 38 Percent | Financial Tribune
Turkey Trade Deficit Widens 38 Percent
Turkey’s trade deficit widened by 37.5% in 2017 to $77.1 billion, data from the country’s customs and trade ministry showed.
The country’s foreign trade volume accounted for $391.3 billion, rising 14.7% in the January-December 2017 period, according to ministry data, Hurriyet Daily reported.
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Turkey’s trade deficit widened by 37.5% in 2017 to $77.1 billion, data from the country’s customs and trade ministry showed.
The country’s foreign trade volume accounted for $391.3 billion, rising 14.7% in the January-December 2017 period, according to ministry data, Hurriyet Daily reported.
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U.S. jury finds Turkish banker guilty of helping Iran dodge sanctions
U.S. jury finds Turkish banker guilty of helping Iran dodge sanctions
Brendan Pierson
NEW YORK (Reuters) - A U.S. jury on Wednesday found a Turkish banker guilty of helping Iran evade U.S. sanctions, after a nearly four-week trial that has strained diplomatic relations between the United States and Turkey.
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Brendan Pierson
NEW YORK (Reuters) - A U.S. jury on Wednesday found a Turkish banker guilty of helping Iran evade U.S. sanctions, after a nearly four-week trial that has strained diplomatic relations between the United States and Turkey.
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Turkish child marriage religious document sparks anger - BBC News
Turkish child marriage religious document sparks anger
Turkey's main opposition party has called for a parliamentary inquiry after the directorate of religious affairs said that, under Islamic law, girls as young as nine could marry.
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Turkey's main opposition party has called for a parliamentary inquiry after the directorate of religious affairs said that, under Islamic law, girls as young as nine could marry.
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China introduces online visa service for Turkish citizens
China introduces online visa service for Turkish citizens
ANKARA
Turkish citizens will now be able to apply for Chinese visas online, Ankara’s ambassador to Beijing stated on Jan. 3.
“Chinese visa applications for citizens of Turkey have been changed to an appointment system via the internet as of Jan. 1.
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ANKARA
Turkish citizens will now be able to apply for Chinese visas online, Ankara’s ambassador to Beijing stated on Jan. 3.
“Chinese visa applications for citizens of Turkey have been changed to an appointment system via the internet as of Jan. 1.
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Erdogan heads to France seeking EU thaw
Erdogan heads to France seeking EU thaw
[AFP News]
Luana Sarmini-Buonaccorsi
AFP News3 January 2018
Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Friday visits Paris for talks with French counterpart Emmanuel Macron, seeking to start the New Year by warming relations with the European Union after a torrid 2017.
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[AFP News]
Luana Sarmini-Buonaccorsi
AFP News3 January 2018
Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Friday visits Paris for talks with French counterpart Emmanuel Macron, seeking to start the New Year by warming relations with the European Union after a torrid 2017.
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In Turkey, Erdoğan Mounts a Christmas Purge of Journalists
In Turkey, Erdoğan Mounts a Christmas Purge of Journalists
By Jo Glanville On 1/3/18 at 3:30 AM
The Turkish courts were busy over Christmas.
On Christmas Day, 17 journalists and executives from Turkey’s oldest newspaper, Cumhuriyet, went on trial, accused of supporting terrorist organizations.
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By Jo Glanville On 1/3/18 at 3:30 AM
The Turkish courts were busy over Christmas.
On Christmas Day, 17 journalists and executives from Turkey’s oldest newspaper, Cumhuriyet, went on trial, accused of supporting terrorist organizations.
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More than 100,000 Turks who lost jobs after 2016 coup attempt await rulings - The Globe and Mail
More than 100,000 Turks who lost jobs after 2016 coup attempt await rulings
ISTANBUL Special to The Globe and Mail Published 11 hours ago Updated January 2, 2018 Nearly 18 months after the Turkish government survived a violent coup attempt and responded with mass arrests and firings, the fate of more than 100,000 Turkish citizens rests with an opaque government-appointed commission that will decide whether they get their jobs back.
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ISTANBUL Special to The Globe and Mail Published 11 hours ago Updated January 2, 2018 Nearly 18 months after the Turkish government survived a violent coup attempt and responded with mass arrests and firings, the fate of more than 100,000 Turkish citizens rests with an opaque government-appointed commission that will decide whether they get their jobs back.
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Turkish banker loses second bid for mistrial in U.S. sanctions case
Turkish banker loses second bid for mistrial in U.S. sanctions case
Brendan Pierson
NEW YORK (Reuters) - A U.S. judge on Tuesday refused to order a mistrial in the case of Mehmet Hakan Atilla, an executive at Turkey’s majority state-owned Halkbank who is charged with helping Iran evade U.S. sanctions.
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Brendan Pierson
NEW YORK (Reuters) - A U.S. judge on Tuesday refused to order a mistrial in the case of Mehmet Hakan Atilla, an executive at Turkey’s majority state-owned Halkbank who is charged with helping Iran evade U.S. sanctions.
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Jury goes back to work in US trial of Turkish banker - San Francisco Chronicle
Jury goes back to work in US trial of Turkish banker
Larry Neumeister, Associated Press
January 2, 2018 Updated: January 2, 2018 9:33pm
NEW YORK (AP) — A jury deliberating the fate of a Turkish banker charged with helping Iran evade U.S. economic sanctions resumes its work in a New York City courtroom.
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Larry Neumeister, Associated Press
January 2, 2018 Updated: January 2, 2018 9:33pm
NEW YORK (AP) — A jury deliberating the fate of a Turkish banker charged with helping Iran evade U.S. economic sanctions resumes its work in a New York City courtroom.
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Tuesday, January 02, 2018
Erdogan’s Turkey: The Role Of A Little Known Islamist Poet « Breaking Defense - Defense industry news, analysis and commentary
Erdogan’s Turkey: The Role Of A Little Known Islamist Poet
By Svante Cornell on January 02, 2018 at 3:14 PM
When President Trump announced that the US had recognized Jerusalem as Israel’s capital, the region prepared for violence. Aside from a few days of sporadic protests, relatively little happened. Most Arab leaders – Saudi Arabia chief among them – took the decision in their stride. The one major exception was Turkey. This intriguing op-ed explores why the NATO ally has reacted as it has. Read on! The Editor.
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By Svante Cornell on January 02, 2018 at 3:14 PM
When President Trump announced that the US had recognized Jerusalem as Israel’s capital, the region prepared for violence. Aside from a few days of sporadic protests, relatively little happened. Most Arab leaders – Saudi Arabia chief among them – took the decision in their stride. The one major exception was Turkey. This intriguing op-ed explores why the NATO ally has reacted as it has. Read on! The Editor.
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Watching Turkey’s Descent Into Islamist Dictatorship | Jewish & Israel News Algemeiner.com
Watching Turkey’s Descent Into Islamist Dictatorship
avatar by Andrew E. Harrod
“Deep trouble” in Turkey’s relationships with Europe and the United States was a recurring theme in the December address of Michael Meier — representative to America and Canada for Germany’s Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (FES), or the Foundation for Social Democracy. His introduction to the Middle East Institute (MEI) and FES’ eighth annual Turkey Conference, at Washington, DC’s National Press Club was an appropriately gloomy preface to the discussion of Turkey’s troubled past and present.
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avatar by Andrew E. Harrod
“Deep trouble” in Turkey’s relationships with Europe and the United States was a recurring theme in the December address of Michael Meier — representative to America and Canada for Germany’s Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (FES), or the Foundation for Social Democracy. His introduction to the Middle East Institute (MEI) and FES’ eighth annual Turkey Conference, at Washington, DC’s National Press Club was an appropriately gloomy preface to the discussion of Turkey’s troubled past and present.
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Turks wake up to New Year price hikes, dozens of services hit
Turks wake up to New Year price hikes, dozens of services hit
ISTANBUL
Turkish citizens have woken up in the New Year to face a series of price hikes across various fields, from electricity to bridge and highway tolls.
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ISTANBUL
Turkish citizens have woken up in the New Year to face a series of price hikes across various fields, from electricity to bridge and highway tolls.
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A Brexit Blueprint for Turkey? | Geopolitical Monitor
A Brexit Blueprint for Turkey?
January 2, 2018 Neil Thompson Merke
Given the long history of failed Turkish-EU ascension talks and the continuing political upheaval in Turkey, the issue of Turkey joining the EU has long been a moribund one. But speculation is now mounting that by voting to leave the European Union, Britain will inadvertently create a kind of blueprint for a closer kind of customs union, one that can be used to improve ties with politically sensitive countries such as Ukraine or Turkey without actually bringing them into the EU. This would allow for better economic ties without the need for the kinds of fundamental political reforms which are a prerequisite for EU membership. It would also circumvent the requirement for the free movement of labor, which has become a cause celebre of anti-Brussels nationalists across the Continent.
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January 2, 2018 Neil Thompson Merke
Given the long history of failed Turkish-EU ascension talks and the continuing political upheaval in Turkey, the issue of Turkey joining the EU has long been a moribund one. But speculation is now mounting that by voting to leave the European Union, Britain will inadvertently create a kind of blueprint for a closer kind of customs union, one that can be used to improve ties with politically sensitive countries such as Ukraine or Turkey without actually bringing them into the EU. This would allow for better economic ties without the need for the kinds of fundamental political reforms which are a prerequisite for EU membership. It would also circumvent the requirement for the free movement of labor, which has become a cause celebre of anti-Brussels nationalists across the Continent.
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Istanbul’s Hagia Sophia is at the centre of a battle for Turkey’s soul
Istanbul’s Hagia Sophia is at the centre of a battle for Turkey’s soul
Controversy has erupted over calls to turn the museum back into a mosque
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Controversy has erupted over calls to turn the museum back into a mosque
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Monday, January 01, 2018
Important changes in Turkey are coming in the new year | Economics Gazette
Important changes in Turkey are coming in the new year
January 1, 2018
ErdoganIn his new year message, the Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan pointed out that there will be important changes in the country. In his words, local elections in 2018 and parliamentary and presidential elections in 2019 are such critical periods.
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January 1, 2018
ErdoganIn his new year message, the Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan pointed out that there will be important changes in the country. In his words, local elections in 2018 and parliamentary and presidential elections in 2019 are such critical periods.
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A tough year ahead for Turkey
A tough year ahead for Turkey
President Tayyip Erdoğan said on the last day of 2017 that Turkey would “continue to take risks” in its foreign policy, especially in regional issues, in 2018. Indeed, 2018 may well be a difficult year for the country, considering prospects in the areas of diplomacy, democracy and the economy.
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President Tayyip Erdoğan said on the last day of 2017 that Turkey would “continue to take risks” in its foreign policy, especially in regional issues, in 2018. Indeed, 2018 may well be a difficult year for the country, considering prospects in the areas of diplomacy, democracy and the economy.
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