"Erdoğan and the Kurdish issue
Thursday, June 5, 2008
Avni ÖZGÜREL
Is the Southeastern Anatolian Project (GAP) package that Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan announced of no importance? Not at all. "
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Thursday, June 05, 2008
Women also victims of crisis in Turkish democracy - Turkish Daily News Jun 05, 2008
"Women also victims of crisis in Turkish democracy
Thursday, June 5, 2008
Turkey's democratic process is under constant internal pressure, creating a backlash that has primarily affected women, according to statements made by experts at Bilgi University yesterday."
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Thursday, June 5, 2008
Turkey's democratic process is under constant internal pressure, creating a backlash that has primarily affected women, according to statements made by experts at Bilgi University yesterday."
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Turkish stocks firm ahead of inflation | Industries | Industrials, Materials & Utilities | Reuters
"Turkish stocks firm ahead of inflation
ISTANBUL, June 3 (Reuters) - Turkish stocks strengthened on Tuesday as investors betted that inflation data would be softer than expected, while shares in Petrol Ofisi PTOFS.IS jumped 6 percent on a rumour of a share sale."
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ISTANBUL, June 3 (Reuters) - Turkish stocks strengthened on Tuesday as investors betted that inflation data would be softer than expected, while shares in Petrol Ofisi PTOFS.IS jumped 6 percent on a rumour of a share sale."
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Survey: Turkish women victims of workplace abuse
"Survey: Turkish women victims of workplace abuse
Seven of every 10 women working in Turkey have encountered psychological harassment at their workplace, a survey conducted by a private consulting company has concluded."
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Seven of every 10 women working in Turkey have encountered psychological harassment at their workplace, a survey conducted by a private consulting company has concluded."
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Turkey Economy Watch: Turkey Central Bank Raises Inflation Target
"Turkey Central Bank Raises Inflation Target
Turkey revised next year's inflation target to 7.5 percent from 4 percent after an increase in energy and food costs pushed the inflation rate into double digits. The government also agreed with the central bank to set the inflation goal for 2010 at 6.5 percent and the target for 2011 at 5.5 percent according to Economy Minister Mehmet Simsek."
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Turkey revised next year's inflation target to 7.5 percent from 4 percent after an increase in energy and food costs pushed the inflation rate into double digits. The government also agreed with the central bank to set the inflation goal for 2010 at 6.5 percent and the target for 2011 at 5.5 percent according to Economy Minister Mehmet Simsek."
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Sportingbet to stay in Turkey despite jailings - Telegraph
"Sportingbet to stay in Turkey despite jailings
By Alistair Osborne, Business Editor
Last Updated: 11:46pm BST 04/06/2008
Internet gambling group Sportingbet said it had no immediate plans to pull out of Turkey, its third biggest market, despite struggling to discover why two employees had been thrown into an Istanbul jail."
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By Alistair Osborne, Business Editor
Last Updated: 11:46pm BST 04/06/2008
Internet gambling group Sportingbet said it had no immediate plans to pull out of Turkey, its third biggest market, despite struggling to discover why two employees had been thrown into an Istanbul jail."
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Six Iraqis Brought To Turkey For Medical Treatment
"Six Iraqis Brought To Turkey For Medical Treatment
Published: 6/3/2008
ANKARA - Six Iraqi nationals who were injured in a suicide bomb attack in Talafar city were brought to Turkey on Saturday for medical treatment."
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Published: 6/3/2008
ANKARA - Six Iraqi nationals who were injured in a suicide bomb attack in Talafar city were brought to Turkey on Saturday for medical treatment."
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Domestic Violence On The Rise In Turkey
"Domestic Violence On The Rise In Turkey
A report by a parliamentary commission suggests that 97 percent of women and children in Turkey are subjected to physical or emotional abuse. Life-long Education and Development Association (HAGEM) President Adem Solak who headed the commission said that children who are subjected to violence are more likely to commit crimes. He said the data collected in the survey pointed to a possible increase in the number of children murdering their parents."
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A report by a parliamentary commission suggests that 97 percent of women and children in Turkey are subjected to physical or emotional abuse. Life-long Education and Development Association (HAGEM) President Adem Solak who headed the commission said that children who are subjected to violence are more likely to commit crimes. He said the data collected in the survey pointed to a possible increase in the number of children murdering their parents."
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U.S.-Turkey Agreement for Peaceful Nuclear Cooperation (123 Agreement)
"U.S.-Turkey Agreement for Peaceful Nuclear Cooperation (123 Agreement)
On June 2, the U.S. and Turkey brought into force the U.S.-Turkey Agreement for Cooperation Concerning Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Energy through an exchange of diplomatic notes.
The Agreement provides a comprehensive framework for peaceful nuclear cooperation between the United States and Turkey under agreed nonproliferation conditions and controls. It establishes a firm foundation for mutually beneficial cooperation in the important field of peaceful nuclear energy consistent with nonproliferation principles."
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On June 2, the U.S. and Turkey brought into force the U.S.-Turkey Agreement for Cooperation Concerning Peaceful Uses of Nuclear Energy through an exchange of diplomatic notes.
The Agreement provides a comprehensive framework for peaceful nuclear cooperation between the United States and Turkey under agreed nonproliferation conditions and controls. It establishes a firm foundation for mutually beneficial cooperation in the important field of peaceful nuclear energy consistent with nonproliferation principles."
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Sweden's giant defense contractor opens Ankara office
"Sweden's giant defense contractor opens Ankara office
Saab, which is Sweden's largest defense contractor, yesterday opened an office in Ankara, where a meeting on defense technology cooperation between Sweden and Turkey was hosted on the same day."
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Saab, which is Sweden's largest defense contractor, yesterday opened an office in Ankara, where a meeting on defense technology cooperation between Sweden and Turkey was hosted on the same day."
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MHP: Kurdish channel gesture to PKK chieftains - Turkish Daily News Jun 04, 2008
"MHP: Kurdish channel gesture to PKK chieftains
Wednesday, June 4, 2008
The far-right opposition party slammed the government yesterday for allowing the state television network to broadcast a channel solely in Kurdish, describing the move as a gesture of support for the outlawed Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK)."
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Wednesday, June 4, 2008
The far-right opposition party slammed the government yesterday for allowing the state television network to broadcast a channel solely in Kurdish, describing the move as a gesture of support for the outlawed Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK)."
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Turkish headscarf case closely linked to fate of ruling party
"Turkish headscarf case closely linked to fate of ruling party
Published: Thursday, 5 June, 2008, 02:00 AM Doha Time
By Paul de Bendern
THE survival of Turkey’s ruling party and its prime minister could depend on the outcome of court deliberations starting today on whether students should be allowed to wear Muslim headscarves at university."
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Published: Thursday, 5 June, 2008, 02:00 AM Doha Time
By Paul de Bendern
THE survival of Turkey’s ruling party and its prime minister could depend on the outcome of court deliberations starting today on whether students should be allowed to wear Muslim headscarves at university."
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Turkish minister acknowledges lack of religious freedom in country
"Turkish minister acknowledges lack of religious freedom in country
Chancellor Ali Babacan
Rome, Jun 4, 2008 / 04:36 pm (CNA).- Turkey’s Minister of Foreign Relations and top negotiator for the country’s entry into the European Union said this week there is no religious freedom even for Muslims in the country."
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Chancellor Ali Babacan
Rome, Jun 4, 2008 / 04:36 pm (CNA).- Turkey’s Minister of Foreign Relations and top negotiator for the country’s entry into the European Union said this week there is no religious freedom even for Muslims in the country."
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TURKS CAN GO ALL THE WAY
"TURKS CAN GO ALL THE WAY
By Iain Macintosh
June 05, 2008
UNTIL the summer of 2004, it was taken as read that every international tournament would contain one team that stunned the world with their performances and then crash out before they started making the experts look silly."
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By Iain Macintosh
June 05, 2008
UNTIL the summer of 2004, it was taken as read that every international tournament would contain one team that stunned the world with their performances and then crash out before they started making the experts look silly."
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French, Cypriot maneuvre angers Ankara - Turkish Daily News Jun 04, 2008
"French, Cypriot maneuvre angers Ankara
Wednesday, June 4, 2008
French persistence in commencing joint military exercises with Greek Cypriots in the international waters of the Mediterranean have added another inflammatory item to the list of problems between Ankara and Paris. "
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Wednesday, June 4, 2008
French persistence in commencing joint military exercises with Greek Cypriots in the international waters of the Mediterranean have added another inflammatory item to the list of problems between Ankara and Paris. "
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Wednesday, June 04, 2008
Turkish Barbers
"Turkish Barbers
Published Wednesday, June 4, 2008
There are two barbershops on Camp Fallujah, about a ten-minute walk apart. One — run by a Jordanian — is located inside the post exchange complex while the other — a shop owned by an older Turkish gentlemen — sits across from the main chow hall in a gravel-covered lot. Anyone who has been stationed here for more than a month goes to one or the other. Their preference is less of a Montague and Capulet division, however, and more of a comfortable habit. There doesn’t seem to be any bad blood between the two groups, and both are pretty busy most of the day."
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Published Wednesday, June 4, 2008
There are two barbershops on Camp Fallujah, about a ten-minute walk apart. One — run by a Jordanian — is located inside the post exchange complex while the other — a shop owned by an older Turkish gentlemen — sits across from the main chow hall in a gravel-covered lot. Anyone who has been stationed here for more than a month goes to one or the other. Their preference is less of a Montague and Capulet division, however, and more of a comfortable habit. There doesn’t seem to be any bad blood between the two groups, and both are pretty busy most of the day."
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Head scarf ruling looms in Turkey - International Herald Tribune
"Head scarf ruling looms in Turkey
ANKARA: The Turkish Constitutional Court is expected to deliver its verdict Thursday on an opposition move to keep head scarves off campuses, in a ruling that could have serious implications for the future of the government."
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ANKARA: The Turkish Constitutional Court is expected to deliver its verdict Thursday on an opposition move to keep head scarves off campuses, in a ruling that could have serious implications for the future of the government."
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Turkish prosecutors drop Goldas case-agency | Reuters
"Turkish prosecutors drop Goldas case-agency
Wed Jun 4, 2008 8:52pm IST
ISTANBUL, June 4 (Reuters) - Turkish prosecutors decided not to pursue a probe into a legal wrangle between jeweller Goldas GOLDS.IS and French bank Societe Generale (SOGN.PA: Quote, Profile, Research) over a disputed consignment of gold, state-run Anatolian news agency reported on Wednesday."
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Wed Jun 4, 2008 8:52pm IST
ISTANBUL, June 4 (Reuters) - Turkish prosecutors decided not to pursue a probe into a legal wrangle between jeweller Goldas GOLDS.IS and French bank Societe Generale (SOGN.PA: Quote, Profile, Research) over a disputed consignment of gold, state-run Anatolian news agency reported on Wednesday."
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Turkish Cypriot spokesman says UN official to visit Cyprus
"Turkish Cypriot spokesman says UN official to visit Cyprus
Lynn Pascoe, the United Nations Under-Secretary General for Political Affairs, is expected to visit the ethnically divided island on June 17, Hasan Ercakica, spokesman of Turkish Cypriot leader Mehmet Ali Talat, said on Wednesday, the Anatolian Agency reported."
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Lynn Pascoe, the United Nations Under-Secretary General for Political Affairs, is expected to visit the ethnically divided island on June 17, Hasan Ercakica, spokesman of Turkish Cypriot leader Mehmet Ali Talat, said on Wednesday, the Anatolian Agency reported."
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SPIEGEL Interview with Orhan Pamuk: 'Football is Faster than Words' - International - SPIEGEL ONLINE - News
"'Football is Faster than Words'
In the run-up to the Euro 2008 football tournament, Nobel Prize-winning author Orhan Pamuk discusses his life as a soccer fan, the expression of Turkish nationalism in the sport and how the sport has made Turkey part of Europe over the past 50 years."
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In the run-up to the Euro 2008 football tournament, Nobel Prize-winning author Orhan Pamuk discusses his life as a soccer fan, the expression of Turkish nationalism in the sport and how the sport has made Turkey part of Europe over the past 50 years."
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Turkey: Religious Officials Criticized For Stance On Women - RADIO FREE EUROPE / RADIO LIBERTY
"Turkey: Religious Officials Criticized For Stance On Women
By Gulnoza Saidazimova
Turkey -09Feb2008
'Women have to be more careful, since they possess stimulants,' and they 'have to be covered properly so as not to show their ornaments and figures to strangers.'
Those are two of the controversial 'dos' and 'don'ts' given to Turkish women in the 'Sexual Life' article that appeared last week on the website of Turkey's Directorate on Religious Affairs, the Diyanet."
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By Gulnoza Saidazimova
Turkey -09Feb2008
'Women have to be more careful, since they possess stimulants,' and they 'have to be covered properly so as not to show their ornaments and figures to strangers.'
Those are two of the controversial 'dos' and 'don'ts' given to Turkish women in the 'Sexual Life' article that appeared last week on the website of Turkey's Directorate on Religious Affairs, the Diyanet."
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Turkish high court cancels gendarme monitoring
"Turkish high court cancels gendarme monitoring
Turkey's Supreme Court cancelled the High Criminal Court's decision which gives authority for country-wide monitoring to the Turkish gendarme forces, Turkish TV channels reported."
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Turkey's Supreme Court cancelled the High Criminal Court's decision which gives authority for country-wide monitoring to the Turkish gendarme forces, Turkish TV channels reported."
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Pestiside.hu: Forgoing Another Siege, This Time Around the Turks Plan to Lease Szigetvár
"Forgoing Another Siege, This Time Around the Turks Plan to Lease Szigetvár
If Hungary had neo-cons, they'd be having a collective aneurysm. The Islamic Cultural Association of Hungary would like to acquire the rights to operate the Castle of Szigetvár for 99 years, writes news portal origo.hu, based on a print-only report in conservative daily Magyar Nemzet. The mayor of the southern town which was occupied by the Turks in 1566, told the paper he thinks the idea is good, because it serves to "scare" the current owner of the castle. Turks at the gates?"
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If Hungary had neo-cons, they'd be having a collective aneurysm. The Islamic Cultural Association of Hungary would like to acquire the rights to operate the Castle of Szigetvár for 99 years, writes news portal origo.hu, based on a print-only report in conservative daily Magyar Nemzet. The mayor of the southern town which was occupied by the Turks in 1566, told the paper he thinks the idea is good, because it serves to "scare" the current owner of the castle. Turks at the gates?"
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Turkey better have a plan B for Armenian 'genocide' bill, say campaign advisors - Turkish Daily News Jun 04, 2008
"Turkey better have a plan B for Armenian 'genocide' bill, say campaign advisors
Turkey needs a plan B in the likelihood the U.S. Congress passes a resolution endorsing Armenians claims of genocide under a new administration, said campaign advisers for the presidential candidates of both American political parties Monday. "
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Turkey needs a plan B in the likelihood the U.S. Congress passes a resolution endorsing Armenians claims of genocide under a new administration, said campaign advisers for the presidential candidates of both American political parties Monday. "
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Increasing EU emphasis on secularism - Turkish Daily News Jun 04, 2008
"Increasing EU emphasis on secularism
Wednesday, June 4, 2008
Mehmet Ali Birand
The news of the AKP’s closure case was met with astonishment by European Union (EU) officials and capitals. In fact, they were more surprised than we were, for in their world, it would have been impossible to file such a case. They were confronted with a phenomenon that defied their logic. To Europe, democracy was more important than anything else. Democracy meant that governments were elected by the people to rule the country. Nothing could come before this principle. All European values were based on giving priority to democracy."
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Wednesday, June 4, 2008
Mehmet Ali Birand
The news of the AKP’s closure case was met with astonishment by European Union (EU) officials and capitals. In fact, they were more surprised than we were, for in their world, it would have been impossible to file such a case. They were confronted with a phenomenon that defied their logic. To Europe, democracy was more important than anything else. Democracy meant that governments were elected by the people to rule the country. Nothing could come before this principle. All European values were based on giving priority to democracy."
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the istanbulr | South Korean giants have faith in Turkey for investments
"South Korean giants have faith in Turkey for investments
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Representatives of South Korean multinationals Hyundai Rotem and the SK Group have said they have confidence in the Turkish economy and will proceed with their planned investments in the country despite fluctuations in the market.
Turkish State Railways (TCDD) General Manager Suleyman Karaman met with Hyundai Rotem CEO Yeo Sung Lee during his visit to Seoul to see the first diesel locomotives that TCDD had ordered from Hyundai Rotem. The latter produces railway vehicles, defense products and plant equipment."
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Representatives of South Korean multinationals Hyundai Rotem and the SK Group have said they have confidence in the Turkish economy and will proceed with their planned investments in the country despite fluctuations in the market.
Turkish State Railways (TCDD) General Manager Suleyman Karaman met with Hyundai Rotem CEO Yeo Sung Lee during his visit to Seoul to see the first diesel locomotives that TCDD had ordered from Hyundai Rotem. The latter produces railway vehicles, defense products and plant equipment."
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European Tourists Are Choosing Turkey Rather Than Spain Or France
"European Tourists Are Choosing Turkey Rather Than Spain Or France
Published: 6/3/2008
IZMIR - Economic recession in the United States and most other parts of the world is having a positive impact on Turkish tourism."
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Published: 6/3/2008
IZMIR - Economic recession in the United States and most other parts of the world is having a positive impact on Turkish tourism."
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Foreign Diplomats Attend Golf Tournament In Cappadocia
"Foreign Diplomats Attend Golf Tournament In Cappadocia
Published: 6/3/2008
NEVSEHIR - A group of foreign diplomats in Turkey attended a golf tournament in Cappadocia region of the central Anatolian province of Nevsehir on Sunday."
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Published: 6/3/2008
NEVSEHIR - A group of foreign diplomats in Turkey attended a golf tournament in Cappadocia region of the central Anatolian province of Nevsehir on Sunday."
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Conference Hall Of Japanese - Anatolian Archeology Institute Inaugurated
"Conference Hall Of Japanese - Anatolian Archeology Institute Inaugurated
Published: 6/3/2008
KIRSEHIR - A conference hall of the Japanese-Anatolian Archeology Institute was inaugurated in Kirsehir province's Kalehoyuk excavation center on Saturday."
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Published: 6/3/2008
KIRSEHIR - A conference hall of the Japanese-Anatolian Archeology Institute was inaugurated in Kirsehir province's Kalehoyuk excavation center on Saturday."
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International Music Festival To Begin In Istanbul
"International Music Festival To Begin In Istanbul
Published: 6/3/2008
ISTANBUL - An international music festival will begin in the Turkish province of Istanbul on June 6th with a concert of Wiener Kammerphilharmonie."
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Published: 6/3/2008
ISTANBUL - An international music festival will begin in the Turkish province of Istanbul on June 6th with a concert of Wiener Kammerphilharmonie."
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U.S.A. Estimates Turkey's Wheat Production To Become 16.5 Million Tonnes
"U.S.A. Estimates Turkey's Wheat Production To Become 16.5 Million Tonnes
Published: 6/3/2008
KONYA - The U.S. Department of Agriculture has estimated that Turkey's wheat production would become 16.5 million tonnes in the period of June 2008 and May 2009."
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Published: 6/3/2008
KONYA - The U.S. Department of Agriculture has estimated that Turkey's wheat production would become 16.5 million tonnes in the period of June 2008 and May 2009."
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Head Of International Council Suggests Olive Cultivation In Southeast Turkey
"Head Of International Council Suggests Olive Cultivation In Southeast Turkey
Published: 6/3/2008
IZMIR - The head of an international olive council recommended on Friday that Turkey should cultivate olive in the Southeastern Anatolia Project (GAP) region."
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Published: 6/3/2008
IZMIR - The head of an international olive council recommended on Friday that Turkey should cultivate olive in the Southeastern Anatolia Project (GAP) region."
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Does The EU Need Turkey More Than Turkey Needs the EU?
"Does The EU Need Turkey More Than Turkey Needs the EU?
Posted on June 3rd, 2008 by Jenny White
Excerpts from The Economist (click here for full article):
The hardest case of all is Turkey. Its membership bid is currently in a form of suspended animation. Entry negotiations have been partly frozen to punish Turkey for its refusal to open its ports and airports to traffc from Cyprus. The French president, Nicolas Sarkozy, remains publicly opposed to Turkish membership but has agreed to put high-level EU debate on the subject on hold until 2010, when a report on the future of the EU by a “group of the wise” (which was Mr Sarkozy’s idea) is due to be delivered. Turkey has serious problems of its own, starting with a court case that threatens to outlaw the ruling Justice and Development (AK) party for threatening the country’s secular order."
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Posted on June 3rd, 2008 by Jenny White
Excerpts from The Economist (click here for full article):
The hardest case of all is Turkey. Its membership bid is currently in a form of suspended animation. Entry negotiations have been partly frozen to punish Turkey for its refusal to open its ports and airports to traffc from Cyprus. The French president, Nicolas Sarkozy, remains publicly opposed to Turkish membership but has agreed to put high-level EU debate on the subject on hold until 2010, when a report on the future of the EU by a “group of the wise” (which was Mr Sarkozy’s idea) is due to be delivered. Turkey has serious problems of its own, starting with a court case that threatens to outlaw the ruling Justice and Development (AK) party for threatening the country’s secular order."
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The Canadian Press: Romania team spurning central European cuisine to dine on Turkish specialties
"Romania team spurning central European cuisine to dine on Turkish specialties
7 hours ago
ST. GALLEN, Switzerland — He rarely appears in newspapers, only a handful know his name, and a select few have tucked into his sour soups and stuffed peppers."
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7 hours ago
ST. GALLEN, Switzerland — He rarely appears in newspapers, only a handful know his name, and a select few have tucked into his sour soups and stuffed peppers."
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Cyprus drops legal action against EU over aid to north — EUbusiness.com - business, legal and economic news and information from the European Union
"Cyprus drops legal action against EU over aid to north
03 June 2008, 23:41 CET
(NICOSIA) - Cyprus said on Tuesday it was withdrawing legal action taken against the European Union executive arm over the funding of projects in the Turkish Cypriot north of the divided island."
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03 June 2008, 23:41 CET
(NICOSIA) - Cyprus said on Tuesday it was withdrawing legal action taken against the European Union executive arm over the funding of projects in the Turkish Cypriot north of the divided island."
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Believe it or not, Turks spend the most time with newspapers
"Believe it or not, Turks spend the most time with newspapers
The annual World Association of Newspapers (WAN) and World Editors Forum (WEF) congress provides us with access to the latest information from the press sector.
At the congress, where the results of the latest surveys and research projects conducted on subjects relevant to journalism are revealed, we sometimes get very surprising news. For instance, this year we were surprised to hear that Turkey is the nation that spends the longest time reading newspapers, although we always thought that Turks were bad readers."
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The annual World Association of Newspapers (WAN) and World Editors Forum (WEF) congress provides us with access to the latest information from the press sector.
At the congress, where the results of the latest surveys and research projects conducted on subjects relevant to journalism are revealed, we sometimes get very surprising news. For instance, this year we were surprised to hear that Turkey is the nation that spends the longest time reading newspapers, although we always thought that Turks were bad readers."
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Turkey slams France over EU referendum plan — EUbusiness.com - business, legal and economic news and information from the European Union
"Turkey slams France over EU referendum plan
03 June 2008, 23:31 CET
(ANKARA) - Turkey on Tuesday slammed a French reform project making a referendum obligatory for accepting new EU members, saying it was aimed at raising new barriers to Ankara's bid to join the bloc."
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03 June 2008, 23:31 CET
(ANKARA) - Turkey on Tuesday slammed a French reform project making a referendum obligatory for accepting new EU members, saying it was aimed at raising new barriers to Ankara's bid to join the bloc."
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Istanbul braces for water shortage - The National Newspaper
"Istanbul braces for water shortage
Thomas Seibert, Foreign Correspondent
ISTANBUL // Millions of people in Istanbul, Turkey’s teeming metropolis, are bracing themselves for the possibility of severe water shortages this summer after a steep drop in rainfall in recent years led to a more than 50 per cent decline in water reserves."
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Thomas Seibert, Foreign Correspondent
ISTANBUL // Millions of people in Istanbul, Turkey’s teeming metropolis, are bracing themselves for the possibility of severe water shortages this summer after a steep drop in rainfall in recent years led to a more than 50 per cent decline in water reserves."
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Speed train to start test runs - Turkish Daily News Jun 03, 2008
"Speed train to start test runs
Tuesday, June 3, 2008
The head of Turkish State Railways (TCDD) said yesterday that the country's first high-speed train will begin test runs this month, the Anatolia news agency reported. "The high-speed train service would start in 2008 if the test runs between capital Ankara and central Anatolian province of Eskişehir were conducted successfully," said the report, quoting TCDD's Director General Süleyman Karaman. If everything goes according to plan, the train is expected to start transporting passengers within the year, he said. "
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Tuesday, June 3, 2008
The head of Turkish State Railways (TCDD) said yesterday that the country's first high-speed train will begin test runs this month, the Anatolia news agency reported. "The high-speed train service would start in 2008 if the test runs between capital Ankara and central Anatolian province of Eskişehir were conducted successfully," said the report, quoting TCDD's Director General Süleyman Karaman. If everything goes according to plan, the train is expected to start transporting passengers within the year, he said. "
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Tuesday, June 03, 2008
Turkish raises inflation targets for coming years | Reuters
"Turkish raises inflation targets for coming years
By Selcuk Gokoluk
ANKARA, June 3 (Reuters) - Turkey raised its inflation targets for the next three years on Tuesday after data showed consumer inflation jumped into double digits for the first time in more than a year in May."
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By Selcuk Gokoluk
ANKARA, June 3 (Reuters) - Turkey raised its inflation targets for the next three years on Tuesday after data showed consumer inflation jumped into double digits for the first time in more than a year in May."
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Turkey: The undervalued emerging market - interactive investor
"Turkey: The undervalued emerging market
Ceri Jones
02.06.08
Geographically and culturally, Turkey straddles Europe and Asia. A Muslim democracy on the edge of the Middle East that is unwieldy and poor, it is nevertheless sure to join the European Union at some stage - despite its current political difficulties. The benefits of the accession process are already evident in its average growth of 8% per annum over the past few years - although membership may still be six or seven years off. It has also attracted substantial foreign investment and started to align its laws and regulations with those of the EU. "
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Ceri Jones
02.06.08
Geographically and culturally, Turkey straddles Europe and Asia. A Muslim democracy on the edge of the Middle East that is unwieldy and poor, it is nevertheless sure to join the European Union at some stage - despite its current political difficulties. The benefits of the accession process are already evident in its average growth of 8% per annum over the past few years - although membership may still be six or seven years off. It has also attracted substantial foreign investment and started to align its laws and regulations with those of the EU. "
More:Turkey: The undervalued emerging market - interactive investor
Cyprus government drops legal action against EU aid to Turkish Cypriots
"Cyprus government drops legal action against EU aid to Turkish Cypriots
NICOSIA, Cyprus (AP) - Cyprus has dropped legal action to block part of an EU financial aid package to the breakaway Turkish Cypriot community in the ethnically divided island's north, an official said Tuesday.
Cyprus has withdrawn lawsuits filed with the European Court of Justice to annul eight tenders worth ¤10 million (US$15.5 million) in
total, government spokesman Stefanos Stefanou said."
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NICOSIA, Cyprus (AP) - Cyprus has dropped legal action to block part of an EU financial aid package to the breakaway Turkish Cypriot community in the ethnically divided island's north, an official said Tuesday.
Cyprus has withdrawn lawsuits filed with the European Court of Justice to annul eight tenders worth ¤10 million (US$15.5 million) in
total, government spokesman Stefanos Stefanou said."
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Theologians Take Conservative Turkish Clothing Designer to Court
"THEOLOGIANS TAKE CONSERVATIVE TURKISH CLOTHING DESIGNER TO COURT
Nicholas Birch 6/03/08
Two liberal theologians have taken Turkey’s most famous Islamic clothes designer to court, alleging the couturier is exploiting religion for personal profit. The case is highlighting the growing tension between Islam and the country’s market economy.
Dubbed 'Allah’s tailor' by the press, Mustafa Karaduman long ago earned the odium of Turkish secularists for his successful mass-marketing of the brightly-colored headscarves and ankle-length coats that have become a trademark of conservative urban women."
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Nicholas Birch 6/03/08
Two liberal theologians have taken Turkey’s most famous Islamic clothes designer to court, alleging the couturier is exploiting religion for personal profit. The case is highlighting the growing tension between Islam and the country’s market economy.
Dubbed 'Allah’s tailor' by the press, Mustafa Karaduman long ago earned the odium of Turkish secularists for his successful mass-marketing of the brightly-colored headscarves and ankle-length coats that have become a trademark of conservative urban women."
More:EurasiaNet Civil Society - Theologians Take Conservative Turkish Clothing Designer to Court
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"Turkey eyes gas field in talks with Russia
ANKARA, June 3 (Reuters) - Turkey is in talks with Russia with a view to producing and exporting natural gas from at least a medium-sized Russian natural gas field in Siberia, senior government sources told Reuters on Tuesday."
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ANKARA, June 3 (Reuters) - Turkey is in talks with Russia with a view to producing and exporting natural gas from at least a medium-sized Russian natural gas field in Siberia, senior government sources told Reuters on Tuesday."
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Official says Turkish court will consider appeal this week for scrapping head scarf law - International Herald Tribune
"Official says Turkish court will consider appeal this week for scrapping head scarf law
ANKARA, Turkey: A judicial official says Turkey's top court will consider this week whether to cancel a law allowing Islamic head scarves in universities.
Two opposition parties have asked the Constitutional Court to abolish the law. Many secular Turks see the Islamic head scarf as an emblem of political Islam."
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ANKARA, Turkey: A judicial official says Turkey's top court will consider this week whether to cancel a law allowing Islamic head scarves in universities.
Two opposition parties have asked the Constitutional Court to abolish the law. Many secular Turks see the Islamic head scarf as an emblem of political Islam."
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Reviving İznik tiles after 400 years - Turkish Daily News Jun 03, 2008
"Reviving İznik tiles after 400 years
Tuesday, June 3, 2008
The art and craftsmanship of İznik tiles have long been lost when the golden ages of the Ottoman Empire came to an end. It was the İznik Foundation, through hard work and careful research that revived the art and made it popular around the world. Currently, famous artists and architects collaborate with the foundation with their designs and use the tiles in their works"
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Tuesday, June 3, 2008
The art and craftsmanship of İznik tiles have long been lost when the golden ages of the Ottoman Empire came to an end. It was the İznik Foundation, through hard work and careful research that revived the art and made it popular around the world. Currently, famous artists and architects collaborate with the foundation with their designs and use the tiles in their works"
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Alarko Holding eyes solar energy - Turkish Daily News Jun 03, 2008
"Alarko Holding eyes solar energy
Tuesday, June 3, 2008
Alarko Holding aims to play an active role in developing the use of solar energy in industries as an alternative to petroleum in Turkey, said Ishak Alaton, chairman of Alarko Holding."
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Tuesday, June 3, 2008
Alarko Holding aims to play an active role in developing the use of solar energy in industries as an alternative to petroleum in Turkey, said Ishak Alaton, chairman of Alarko Holding."
More:Alarko Holding eyes solar energy - Turkish Daily News Jun 03, 2008
Turkey, U.S. agree on peaceful nuclear cooperation
"Turkey, U.S. agree on peaceful nuclear cooperation
The United States and Turkey brought into force an agreement for cooperation concerning peaceful uses of nuclear energy by an exchange of diplomatic notes."
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The United States and Turkey brought into force an agreement for cooperation concerning peaceful uses of nuclear energy by an exchange of diplomatic notes."
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Erzurum breaks record for foreign tourist visits - Turkish Daily News Jun 03, 2008
"Erzurum breaks record for foreign tourist visits
Tuesday, June 3, 2008
The number of foreign tourists who visited the eastern Anatolian city of Erzurum during the first four months of the year more than doubled compared to the same period last year."
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Tuesday, June 3, 2008
The number of foreign tourists who visited the eastern Anatolian city of Erzurum during the first four months of the year more than doubled compared to the same period last year."
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Turkish schools have poor infrastructure - Turkish Daily News Jun 03, 2008
"Turkish schools have poor infrastructure
Tuesday, June 3, 2008
Primary and secondary schools in Turkey have serious problems. About 81 percent lack a sufficient number of teachers, 87 percent have limited space, 42 percent do not have a library, and 38 percent do not have a computer lab"
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Tuesday, June 3, 2008
Primary and secondary schools in Turkey have serious problems. About 81 percent lack a sufficient number of teachers, 87 percent have limited space, 42 percent do not have a library, and 38 percent do not have a computer lab"
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Is Turkish Big Brother watching us? - Turkish Daily News Jun 03, 2008
"Is Turkish Big Brother watching us?
Tuesday, June 3, 2008
Rabia Karakaya POLAT
On April 27, 2007, Turkey's military general staff posted a memorandum on its Web site around 9:17 p.m. implicitly blaming the Justice and Development Party, or AKP, government for having a hidden Islamic agenda and for not doing enough to prevent the supposed rise of an Islamic threat. Dubbed in the media as an e-coup or e-memorandum, this followed the nomination by the government of Foreign Minister Abdullah Gül as its presidential candidate."
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Tuesday, June 3, 2008
Rabia Karakaya POLAT
On April 27, 2007, Turkey's military general staff posted a memorandum on its Web site around 9:17 p.m. implicitly blaming the Justice and Development Party, or AKP, government for having a hidden Islamic agenda and for not doing enough to prevent the supposed rise of an Islamic threat. Dubbed in the media as an e-coup or e-memorandum, this followed the nomination by the government of Foreign Minister Abdullah Gül as its presidential candidate."
More:Is Turkish Big Brother watching us? - Turkish Daily News Jun 03, 2008
Turkish people blame politicians for high-tension, AKP's support falls
"Turkish people blame politicians for high-tension, AKP's support falls
Almost half of the Turkish people blame politicians for the recent increase in tension and think politicians should resolve the problems, as support to the Islamist-rooted AKP has fallen below 40 percent, two separate polls showed on Tuesday. AKP's support stood at 39.7 percent after the distribution of non-committed voters, down from the 47 percent gained to win the elections last year, according to a poll conducted by A&G Research for Credit Suisse."
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Almost half of the Turkish people blame politicians for the recent increase in tension and think politicians should resolve the problems, as support to the Islamist-rooted AKP has fallen below 40 percent, two separate polls showed on Tuesday. AKP's support stood at 39.7 percent after the distribution of non-committed voters, down from the 47 percent gained to win the elections last year, according to a poll conducted by A&G Research for Credit Suisse."
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Labor is Not a Commodity: Bridgestone Workers on Strike in Turkey
"4,000 Turkish Rubber Workers Strike Bridgestone, Goodyear, and Pirelli
ICEM Turkish trade union affiliate Lastik-İş made good on its 8 May strike notice by calling 4,000 tyre manufacturing workers out at four factories, operated by three multinational tyre companies. The strikes began late on Saturday, 31 May."
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ICEM Turkish trade union affiliate Lastik-İş made good on its 8 May strike notice by calling 4,000 tyre manufacturing workers out at four factories, operated by three multinational tyre companies. The strikes began late on Saturday, 31 May."
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U.S.-Turkey Agreement for Peaceful Nuclear Cooperation
"U.S.-Turkey Agreement for Peaceful Nuclear Cooperation
On June 2, 2008 in Ankara the United States of America and the Republic of Turkey brought into force the U.S.-Turkey Agreement for Peaceful Nuclear Cooperation (the “123 Agreement”) by an exchange of diplomatic notes.
The Agreement establishes a firm foundation for mutually beneficial cooperation in the important field of peaceful nuclear energy for many years to come. It opens up opportunities for U.S. and Turkish nuclear industries to cooperate in this field."
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On June 2, 2008 in Ankara the United States of America and the Republic of Turkey brought into force the U.S.-Turkey Agreement for Peaceful Nuclear Cooperation (the “123 Agreement”) by an exchange of diplomatic notes.
The Agreement establishes a firm foundation for mutually beneficial cooperation in the important field of peaceful nuclear energy for many years to come. It opens up opportunities for U.S. and Turkish nuclear industries to cooperate in this field."
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Monday, June 02, 2008
Turkey Turns Cold to European Defense: Implications for Western Security
"Turkey Turns Cold to European Defense: Implications for Western Security
By Erdal Tatli
June 2, 2008
In June 2007, Turkey decided to turn its back on European Security and Defense Policy (ESDP) after a long series of negotiations with the EU. Although the Cyprus issue has always complicated Turkey's involvement in ESDP, Turkey has been an important actor in Western security architecture for decades, and its withdrawal from the force has profound implications for the United States, Europe, and Western security institutions, including NATO."
More: Washington Institute
By Erdal Tatli
June 2, 2008
In June 2007, Turkey decided to turn its back on European Security and Defense Policy (ESDP) after a long series of negotiations with the EU. Although the Cyprus issue has always complicated Turkey's involvement in ESDP, Turkey has been an important actor in Western security architecture for decades, and its withdrawal from the force has profound implications for the United States, Europe, and Western security institutions, including NATO."
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The Washington Institute for Near East Policy: Turkey Turns Cold to European Defense: Implications for Western Security - by Erdal Tatli
To achieve military strength on a par with its economic power, the EU
needs to acquire new military capabilities. To this end, the EU has two
options: either member states will have to expand their military
budgets and return to at least a partial conscription system -- an
uphill battle given domestic opposition to military spending in the EU
countries -- or the EU could take advantage of Turkey's military power
by allowing it be a full member of the European security architecture.
With its well-trained and well-equipped army, the second largest in
NATO, Turkey could provide the EU with valuable defense assets. More
importantly, given its vast experience against the Kurdistan Workers
Party (the PKK), Turkey has unique abilities in counter terrorism
operations.
For the complete report from the The Washington Institute for Near East Policy click on this link
needs to acquire new military capabilities. To this end, the EU has two
options: either member states will have to expand their military
budgets and return to at least a partial conscription system -- an
uphill battle given domestic opposition to military spending in the EU
countries -- or the EU could take advantage of Turkey's military power
by allowing it be a full member of the European security architecture.
With its well-trained and well-equipped army, the second largest in
NATO, Turkey could provide the EU with valuable defense assets. More
importantly, given its vast experience against the Kurdistan Workers
Party (the PKK), Turkey has unique abilities in counter terrorism
operations.
For the complete report from the The Washington Institute for Near East Policy click on this link
Turkey hoping to reverse trend against Portugal at Euro 2008 - International Herald Tribune
"Turkey hoping to reverse trend against Portugal at Euro 2008
NYON, Switzerland: Turkey is hoping that the third time will be the charm.
The Turks have twice lost to Portugal in the European Championship, first in the group stage at Euro 1996 and then in the quarterfinals four years later. On Saturday, they'll get another chance to play the Euro 2004 finalists in their opening Group A match at this year's tournament."
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NYON, Switzerland: Turkey is hoping that the third time will be the charm.
The Turks have twice lost to Portugal in the European Championship, first in the group stage at Euro 1996 and then in the quarterfinals four years later. On Saturday, they'll get another chance to play the Euro 2004 finalists in their opening Group A match at this year's tournament."
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Going Their Own Way in The Mideast - washingtonpost.com
"Going Their Own Way in The Mideast
By David Ignatius
Sunday, June 1, 2008; Page B07
What happens when a superpower becomes preoccupied by a costly war and loses some of its ability to coerce friends and enemies toward the outcomes it favors? We're seeing a demonstration of that change now in the Middle East, as Arabs and even Israel reckon with the limits of American power -- and begin to cut their own deals."
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By David Ignatius
Sunday, June 1, 2008; Page B07
What happens when a superpower becomes preoccupied by a costly war and loses some of its ability to coerce friends and enemies toward the outcomes it favors? We're seeing a demonstration of that change now in the Middle East, as Arabs and even Israel reckon with the limits of American power -- and begin to cut their own deals."
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Boston Globe Makes Itself Look Ridiculous
"Boston Globe Makes Itself Look Ridiculous
The Boston Globe published an article, basically praising the Worcester School for naming Taner Akçam, a Turk living in Western countries for decades already, as chairman of Armenian genocide studies. Akçam is one of the few Turks who say that what happened to the Armenians during World War I constitutes genocide, which is why he’s a hero to Armenian radicals."
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The Boston Globe published an article, basically praising the Worcester School for naming Taner Akçam, a Turk living in Western countries for decades already, as chairman of Armenian genocide studies. Akçam is one of the few Turks who say that what happened to the Armenians during World War I constitutes genocide, which is why he’s a hero to Armenian radicals."
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Turkish Coalition of America president to speak at SDSU
"Turkish Coalition of America president to speak at SDSU
BROOKINGS, S.D. —Lincoln McCurdy, president of the Turkish Coalition of America (TCA) will speak about United States and Turkish relations at South Dakota State University Thursday, June 12 at 7 p.m.
The lecture will take place in the South Dakota Art Museum auditorium and is sponsored by the South Dakota Council on World Affairs (SDCWA)."
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BROOKINGS, S.D. —Lincoln McCurdy, president of the Turkish Coalition of America (TCA) will speak about United States and Turkish relations at South Dakota State University Thursday, June 12 at 7 p.m.
The lecture will take place in the South Dakota Art Museum auditorium and is sponsored by the South Dakota Council on World Affairs (SDCWA)."
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Is Turkey Reshaping Muslim World?
"Is Turkey Reshaping Muslim World?
June 2nd, 2008 by Fred Stopsky · No Comments
The Turkish Daily News highlighted recent efforts on the part of Muslim scholars in its nation to rethink the nature of the Koran as it pertains to issues of violence. Important Muslim thinkers are rejecting Osama bin Laden’s vision of jihad which has convinced many people in the Muslim world that the Koran grants its followers license to kill innocent people– and themselves. Momemtum is building within the Muslim world to r-examine what seemed an immutable tenet of faith, challenge what had been taken as literal truth and open wide the door of what actually constitutes being engaged in a jihad. It cited a recent Newsweek article about a group of Ankara-based scholars who are expected to publish a new edition of the Hadith before the end of the year as the most ambitious work in this area."
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June 2nd, 2008 by Fred Stopsky · No Comments
The Turkish Daily News highlighted recent efforts on the part of Muslim scholars in its nation to rethink the nature of the Koran as it pertains to issues of violence. Important Muslim thinkers are rejecting Osama bin Laden’s vision of jihad which has convinced many people in the Muslim world that the Koran grants its followers license to kill innocent people– and themselves. Momemtum is building within the Muslim world to r-examine what seemed an immutable tenet of faith, challenge what had been taken as literal truth and open wide the door of what actually constitutes being engaged in a jihad. It cited a recent Newsweek article about a group of Ankara-based scholars who are expected to publish a new edition of the Hadith before the end of the year as the most ambitious work in this area."
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Turkish gov't decides to approve Kyoto Protocol
"Turkish gov't decides to approve Kyoto Protocol
Turkish government decided to approve Kyoto Protocol, Government Spokesman Cemil Cicek told at a press conference following the cabinet meeting on Monday. Government would send a bill on the issue to parliament, Cicek also said."
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Turkish government decided to approve Kyoto Protocol, Government Spokesman Cemil Cicek told at a press conference following the cabinet meeting on Monday. Government would send a bill on the issue to parliament, Cicek also said."
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Turkish lira weakens as institutions buy FX | Industries | Industrials, Materials & Utilities | Reuters
"Turkish lira weakens as institutions buy FX
ISTANBUL, June 2 (Reuters) - The Turkish lira softened on Monday due to increased demand for foreign currency from some public institutions and some investors sold lira after the currency hit a mid-May peak last week."
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ISTANBUL, June 2 (Reuters) - The Turkish lira softened on Monday due to increased demand for foreign currency from some public institutions and some investors sold lira after the currency hit a mid-May peak last week."
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TURKEY’S PUBLIC PROSECUTOR LAMBASTS EU, U.S. OVER AKP CLOSURE CASE - Eurasia Daily Monitor
"TURKEY’S PUBLIC PROSECUTOR LAMBASTS EU, U.S. OVER AKP CLOSURE CASE
By Gareth Jenkins
Monday, June 2, 2008
On May 30 Public Prosecutor Abdurrahman Yalcinkaya presented his response to the initial defense of Turkey’s ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) against the application for the party’s closure which he originally he filed with the Constitutional Court on March 14 (see EDM, March 17)."
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By Gareth Jenkins
Monday, June 2, 2008
On May 30 Public Prosecutor Abdurrahman Yalcinkaya presented his response to the initial defense of Turkey’s ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) against the application for the party’s closure which he originally he filed with the Constitutional Court on March 14 (see EDM, March 17)."
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Why Turkish Airlines makes me proud - Turkish Daily News Jun 02, 2008
"Why Turkish Airlines makes me proud
Monday, June 2, 2008
Ziya MERAL
I can't claim to have first-hand experience of all the significant airline companies in the world, but as someone who has traveled widely across the Northern Hemisphere, I can perhaps claim a small sample size, large enough to draw comparisons. "
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Monday, June 2, 2008
Ziya MERAL
I can't claim to have first-hand experience of all the significant airline companies in the world, but as someone who has traveled widely across the Northern Hemisphere, I can perhaps claim a small sample size, large enough to draw comparisons. "
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The right of free communications does not exist in Turkey
"The right of free communications does not exist in Turkey
The widespread eavesdropping cases that are being reveled in Turkey everyday shows there is a serious problem that has to be addressed b y the government and the state institutions. This does not fit a country that aims to join the European Union."
More:The New Anatolian
The widespread eavesdropping cases that are being reveled in Turkey everyday shows there is a serious problem that has to be addressed b y the government and the state institutions. This does not fit a country that aims to join the European Union."
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Chinese-origin sportswoman to represent Turkey at Olympic Games_English_Xinhua
"Chinese-origin sportswoman to represent Turkey at Olympic Games
www.chinaview.cn 2008-06-02 21:11:15
Special report: 2008 Olympic Games
ANKARA, June 2 (Xinhua) -- A national sportswoman of Chinese origin will represent Turkey for the first time in table tennis category in the upcoming Beijing Olympic Games, the semi-official Anatolia news agency reported on Monday."
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www.chinaview.cn 2008-06-02 21:11:15
Special report: 2008 Olympic Games
ANKARA, June 2 (Xinhua) -- A national sportswoman of Chinese origin will represent Turkey for the first time in table tennis category in the upcoming Beijing Olympic Games, the semi-official Anatolia news agency reported on Monday."
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Trade isolates the PKK | openDemocracy
"Trade isolates the PKK
Nikolaj Nielsen
Turkey and Iraq's Kurds discuss bilateral trade agreements to develop Kurdistan. A car bomb detonates outside the Danish Embassy in Islamabad. The UN Security Council is on a ten-day tour of Africa. The normally reclusive Taliban leader, Baitullah Mehsud, holds a press conference. And much more in today's security briefings."
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Nikolaj Nielsen
Turkey and Iraq's Kurds discuss bilateral trade agreements to develop Kurdistan. A car bomb detonates outside the Danish Embassy in Islamabad. The UN Security Council is on a ten-day tour of Africa. The normally reclusive Taliban leader, Baitullah Mehsud, holds a press conference. And much more in today's security briefings."
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Turkey begins exporting branded diamond products
"Turkey begins exporting branded diamond products
The chairman of a leading Turkish jewelry manufacturer said on Monday that Turkey has begun exporting branded diamond products to the world."
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The chairman of a leading Turkish jewelry manufacturer said on Monday that Turkey has begun exporting branded diamond products to the world."
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BC completes Turkish Migros acquisition
"BC completes Turkish Migros acquisition
Marietta Cauchi of Dow Jones Newswires
02 Jun 2008
UK-based buyout firm BC Partners has completed its acquisition of a 50.8% stake in Migros Turk valuing the Turkish retailer at $3.2bn (€2bn), ahead of a tender offer for the remaining shares."
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Marietta Cauchi of Dow Jones Newswires
02 Jun 2008
UK-based buyout firm BC Partners has completed its acquisition of a 50.8% stake in Migros Turk valuing the Turkish retailer at $3.2bn (€2bn), ahead of a tender offer for the remaining shares."
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Turkish police reject claims of indiscriminate wire-tapping
"Turkish police reject claims of indiscriminate wire-tapping
Turkey's police department has rejected claims that appeared in the newspapers on Sunday, alleging it has been involved in extensive tapping activities since both the general and presidential elections held in June, in a written statement. CHP leader Deniz Baykal claimed a report prepared by police in 1999 listed the head of the unit responsible for all tapping activities in Turkey, as a supporter of the pro-Islamic Fethullah group."
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Turkey's police department has rejected claims that appeared in the newspapers on Sunday, alleging it has been involved in extensive tapping activities since both the general and presidential elections held in June, in a written statement. CHP leader Deniz Baykal claimed a report prepared by police in 1999 listed the head of the unit responsible for all tapping activities in Turkey, as a supporter of the pro-Islamic Fethullah group."
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Cyprus ready to cooperate with Turkey to curb illegal immigration
"Cyprus ready to cooperate with Turkey to curb illegal immigration
02/06/2008
The Republic of Cyprus is willing to cooperate with Turkey, in the context of the European Union, to contain illegal immigration, Neoklis Sylikiotis, Minister of Interior, has said.
“Such cooperation has to take place, since most illegal immigrants who come to Cyprus arrive through the country’s northern occupied areas, which have been under Turkish occupation since 1974 and therefore under the control of the Turkish military,” he pointed out."
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02/06/2008
The Republic of Cyprus is willing to cooperate with Turkey, in the context of the European Union, to contain illegal immigration, Neoklis Sylikiotis, Minister of Interior, has said.
“Such cooperation has to take place, since most illegal immigrants who come to Cyprus arrive through the country’s northern occupied areas, which have been under Turkish occupation since 1974 and therefore under the control of the Turkish military,” he pointed out."
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Asia Times Online :: Middle East News, Iraq, Iran current affairs
"Tin-opener theology from Turkey
By Spengler
For months we have read news reports of an Islamic reform stemming from the University of Ankara's theology department. A widely-cited February 28 report by Robert Pigott, the BBC's religion correspondent, claimed that Ankara would 'fashion a new Islam' along 'revolutionary' lines. In less flamboyant tone, the story resurfaced in the June 8 issue of Newsweek under the headline, 'The New Face of Islam'."
More:Asia Times Online :: Middle East News, Iraq, Iran current affairs
By Spengler
For months we have read news reports of an Islamic reform stemming from the University of Ankara's theology department. A widely-cited February 28 report by Robert Pigott, the BBC's religion correspondent, claimed that Ankara would 'fashion a new Islam' along 'revolutionary' lines. In less flamboyant tone, the story resurfaced in the June 8 issue of Newsweek under the headline, 'The New Face of Islam'."
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Turkey plans cutting aircraft leasing tax to 1 pct | Reuters
"Turkey plans cutting aircraft leasing tax to 1 pct
Mon Jun 2, 2008 1:17pm IST
ANKARA, June 2 (Reuters) - The Turkish government plans to lower tax on leasing aircraft to 1 percent from 18 percent to help support private airlines, Finance Minister Kemal Unakitan said on Monday."
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Mon Jun 2, 2008 1:17pm IST
ANKARA, June 2 (Reuters) - The Turkish government plans to lower tax on leasing aircraft to 1 percent from 18 percent to help support private airlines, Finance Minister Kemal Unakitan said on Monday."
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Only 5.5 percent of Turks have 'real' hobbies, study shows - Turkish Daily News Jun 02, 2008
"Only 5.5 percent of Turks have 'real' hobbies, study shows
Monday, June 2, 2008
Only 5.5 percent of people participate in hobbies properly supported by an institution, individual, or club, according to a report released Thursday."
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Monday, June 2, 2008
Only 5.5 percent of people participate in hobbies properly supported by an institution, individual, or club, according to a report released Thursday."
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Turks help re-shape face of Islam - Turkish Daily News Jun 02, 2008
"Turks help re-shape face of Islam
Monday, June 2, 2008
An article printed Saturday in a U.S. magazine highlighted the current study of Turkish Islamic scholars on narrations of the Prophet's sayings in a cultural context and said Turkey's theologians are in a unique position to question �jihad� and be heard, thanks to their position in the Muslim world."
More:Turks help re-shape face of Islam - Turkish Daily News Jun 02, 2008
Monday, June 2, 2008
An article printed Saturday in a U.S. magazine highlighted the current study of Turkish Islamic scholars on narrations of the Prophet's sayings in a cultural context and said Turkey's theologians are in a unique position to question �jihad� and be heard, thanks to their position in the Muslim world."
More:Turks help re-shape face of Islam - Turkish Daily News Jun 02, 2008
WhirledView: You have to hand it to the Turks
"You have to hand it to the Turks
By Patricia H. Kushlis
Turkey_istanbul_golden_horn_ferry_ At least the Turkish Government is trying to bring about a negotiated settlement between Israelis and Syrians – or at least prevent another hot war from breaking out to its south on some not-to-distant broiling summer’s day.
Sure, it’s in the Turkish interest to see that neighborhood quarrels are patched up – or the protagonists, at minimum, kept under wraps. The Ottomans, the ancestors of today’s Turks, controlled this region until less than a century ago and understood its fractious peoples and their needs all too well."
More:WhirledView: You have to hand it to the Turks
By Patricia H. Kushlis
Turkey_istanbul_golden_horn_ferry_ At least the Turkish Government is trying to bring about a negotiated settlement between Israelis and Syrians – or at least prevent another hot war from breaking out to its south on some not-to-distant broiling summer’s day.
Sure, it’s in the Turkish interest to see that neighborhood quarrels are patched up – or the protagonists, at minimum, kept under wraps. The Ottomans, the ancestors of today’s Turks, controlled this region until less than a century ago and understood its fractious peoples and their needs all too well."
More:WhirledView: You have to hand it to the Turks
Enlargement to be EU's most significant achievement - Turkish Daily News Jun 02, 2008
"Enlargement to be EU's most significant achievement
Monday, June 2, 2008
Europe's most recent expansion was not just a good idea, but it will be seen as one of the European Union's most significant achievements in retrospect, special report by a British-based magazine said Thursday."
More:Enlargement to be EU's most significant achievement - Turkish Daily News Jun 02, 2008
Monday, June 2, 2008
Europe's most recent expansion was not just a good idea, but it will be seen as one of the European Union's most significant achievements in retrospect, special report by a British-based magazine said Thursday."
More:Enlargement to be EU's most significant achievement - Turkish Daily News Jun 02, 2008
French Parliament strikes blow to Turkish EU bid | EU - European Information on Enlargement & Neighbours
"French Parliament strikes blow to Turkish EU bid[fr][de]
Published: Friday 30 May 2008
The prospects of Turkey joining the EU faded yesterday (29 May) as the French National Assembly approved a bill making referenda obligatory for accepting new EU member countries with populations over 5% of the bloc's entire size."
More:EurActiv.com - French Parliament strikes blow to Turkish EU bid | EU - European Information on Enlargement & Neighbours
Published: Friday 30 May 2008
The prospects of Turkey joining the EU faded yesterday (29 May) as the French National Assembly approved a bill making referenda obligatory for accepting new EU member countries with populations over 5% of the bloc's entire size."
More:EurActiv.com - French Parliament strikes blow to Turkish EU bid | EU - European Information on Enlargement & Neighbours
All eyes on a Euro cup chock full of euros - Turkish Daily News Jun 02, 2008
"All eyes on a Euro cup chock full of euros
Monday, June 2, 2008
European Football Championship 2008, which will kick off next Saturday, raises hopes concerning its impacts on local and global economy. It is estimated that each game Turkey plays at EURO 2008 will contribute around 42 million euros to Turkish economy"
More:All eyes on a Euro cup chock full of euros - Turkish Daily News Jun 02, 2008
Monday, June 2, 2008
European Football Championship 2008, which will kick off next Saturday, raises hopes concerning its impacts on local and global economy. It is estimated that each game Turkey plays at EURO 2008 will contribute around 42 million euros to Turkish economy"
More:All eyes on a Euro cup chock full of euros - Turkish Daily News Jun 02, 2008
Turkish exports boom in May
"Turkish exports boom in May
The main driving force in the export trade was the automotive sector, with sales of motor vehicles and spare parts valued at $2.5 billion."
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The main driving force in the export trade was the automotive sector, with sales of motor vehicles and spare parts valued at $2.5 billion."
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Trend News : EU to open more chapters in June: Turk FM
"EU to open more chapters in June: Turk FM
02.06.08 12:19
Turkey's foreign minister said that Turkey's European Union (EU) membership would not be like memberships of other countries, reported World Bulletin.
Foreign Minister Babacan interviewed with German 'Frankfurter Allgemeine Sonntagszeitung' newspaper, and said that Turkey would not only be the 28th or 29th EU member."
More:Trend News : EU to open more chapters in June: Turk FM
02.06.08 12:19
Turkey's foreign minister said that Turkey's European Union (EU) membership would not be like memberships of other countries, reported World Bulletin.
Foreign Minister Babacan interviewed with German 'Frankfurter Allgemeine Sonntagszeitung' newspaper, and said that Turkey would not only be the 28th or 29th EU member."
More:Trend News : EU to open more chapters in June: Turk FM
Most Turks keen to join EU
"Most Turks keen to join EU
PHILIPPA RUNNER
Today @ 09:24 CET
The majority of Turkish people today favour joining the EU despite worsening Franco-Turkish relations and a partial freeze on EU-Turkey accession talks.
Sixty two percent said they would vote 'yes' to EU membership if there was a referendum, while 27 percent would vote 'no,' a May survey by Ankara's MetroPOLL research centre said."
More:EUobserver
PHILIPPA RUNNER
Today @ 09:24 CET
The majority of Turkish people today favour joining the EU despite worsening Franco-Turkish relations and a partial freeze on EU-Turkey accession talks.
Sixty two percent said they would vote 'yes' to EU membership if there was a referendum, while 27 percent would vote 'no,' a May survey by Ankara's MetroPOLL research centre said."
More:EUobserver
Tens of thousands in Istanbul rally for peace - Turkish Daily News Jun 02, 2008
"Tens of thousands in Istanbul rally for peace
Monday, June 2, 2008
Tens of thousands of people gathered yesterday in Kadıköy district on Istanbul's Anatolian side demanding a �peaceful solution� to the Kurdish problem."
More:Tens of thousands in Istanbul rally for peace - Turkish Daily News Jun 02, 2008
Monday, June 2, 2008
Tens of thousands of people gathered yesterday in Kadıköy district on Istanbul's Anatolian side demanding a �peaceful solution� to the Kurdish problem."
More:Tens of thousands in Istanbul rally for peace - Turkish Daily News Jun 02, 2008
Turkish reports 260% first-quarter profit hike
"Turkish reports 260% first-quarter profit hike
Monday June 2, 2008
Turkish Airlines reported a first-quarter net profit of $104 million, which it said represented a 260% increase over the year-ago result.
Revenue rose 33% to $910 million and operating profit was up 1% to $84 million. THY did not offer details on the reason for the surge in net result."
More:ATW Daily News
Monday June 2, 2008
Turkish Airlines reported a first-quarter net profit of $104 million, which it said represented a 260% increase over the year-ago result.
Revenue rose 33% to $910 million and operating profit was up 1% to $84 million. THY did not offer details on the reason for the surge in net result."
More:ATW Daily News
FTN - Istanbul at Pow Wow
"Istanbul at Pow Wow
Written by Suat Tore
Monday, 02 June 2008
New Focus Travel Magazine May/June issue continues Istanbul promotion at USA’s largest tourism event; Pow Wow.
Istanbul - The 2010 European Culture Capital will be promoted as the cover story of New Focus Travel Magazine which will be at Pow Wow that will be held 31 May – 5 June in Las Vegas."
More:FTN - Istanbul at Pow Wow
Written by Suat Tore
Monday, 02 June 2008
New Focus Travel Magazine May/June issue continues Istanbul promotion at USA’s largest tourism event; Pow Wow.
Istanbul - The 2010 European Culture Capital will be promoted as the cover story of New Focus Travel Magazine which will be at Pow Wow that will be held 31 May – 5 June in Las Vegas."
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JTW News - Turkey, EU Blame Each Other for Slow Pace of EU Accession Talks
"Turkey, EU Blame Each Other for Slow Pace of EU Accession Talks
Sunday , 01 June 2008
Turkey and the European Union are blaming each other for the slow pace of negotiations on possible Turkish EU entry.
Turkish Foreign Minister Ali Babacan Tuesday in Brussels criticized one unnamed EU state for questioning whether Turkey belongs in the trade bloc. He said raising the issue is muting public enthusiasm in Turkey for wide-ranging reforms."
More:JTW News - Turkey, EU Blame Each Other for Slow Pace of EU Accession Talks
Sunday , 01 June 2008
Turkey and the European Union are blaming each other for the slow pace of negotiations on possible Turkish EU entry.
Turkish Foreign Minister Ali Babacan Tuesday in Brussels criticized one unnamed EU state for questioning whether Turkey belongs in the trade bloc. He said raising the issue is muting public enthusiasm in Turkey for wide-ranging reforms."
More:JTW News - Turkey, EU Blame Each Other for Slow Pace of EU Accession Talks
Fifteen wind power plants coming to Çeşme
"Fifteen wind power plants coming to Çeşme
Fifteen wind power plants at a total cost of 460 million euros will be established over the next three years on the Çeşme peninsula, an area with the highest terrestrial wind potential in Europe."
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Fifteen wind power plants at a total cost of 460 million euros will be established over the next three years on the Çeşme peninsula, an area with the highest terrestrial wind potential in Europe."
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Turkish star faces jail for criticising army | World news | The Guardian
"Turkish star faces jail for criticising army
One of Turkey's most popular singers is facing up to three years in jail after being accused of trying to weaken public support for the powerful armed forces.
In a case highlighting the pivotal role of the army in Turkish life, prosecutors have indicted Bülent Ersoy on charges of 'making the public detest military service' after saying on nationwide television that if she had a son, she would not let him fight against Kurdish separatists."
More:Turkish star faces jail for criticising army | World news | The Guardian
One of Turkey's most popular singers is facing up to three years in jail after being accused of trying to weaken public support for the powerful armed forces.
In a case highlighting the pivotal role of the army in Turkish life, prosecutors have indicted Bülent Ersoy on charges of 'making the public detest military service' after saying on nationwide television that if she had a son, she would not let him fight against Kurdish separatists."
More:Turkish star faces jail for criticising army | World news | The Guardian
Think gas prices are high? Try $11 in Turkey - World business- msnbc.com
"Think gas prices are high? Try $11 in Turkey
Drivers around the world are fighting back as gas prices skyrocket
PARIS - Americans are shell-shocked at $4-a-gallon gas. But consider France, where a gallon of petrol runs nearly $10. Or Turkey, where it's more than $11."
More:Think gas prices are high? Try $11 in Turkey - World business- msnbc.com
Drivers around the world are fighting back as gas prices skyrocket
PARIS - Americans are shell-shocked at $4-a-gallon gas. But consider France, where a gallon of petrol runs nearly $10. Or Turkey, where it's more than $11."
More:Think gas prices are high? Try $11 in Turkey - World business- msnbc.com
Sunday, June 01, 2008
Pictures of British marines' crazy antics in Istanbul hit the newspapers
maltaStar.com
Sailors from HMS Illustrious have been reprimanded for shaming the navy
after a night of drunken antics in the Turkish city of Istanbul.
The evening after hosting the Queen and the Turkish president for a
glittering reception involving 350 guests, hundreds of sailors from the
22,000-tonne aircraft carrier held a private party at a pub in
Istanbul's Taksim Square.
Murat Sabancu, an onlooker who told a local newspaper
what he had seen, said: "There were men dressed as women, wearing high
heels, wigs, fishnet stockings and suspenders.
Sailors from HMS Illustrious have been reprimanded for shaming the navy
after a night of drunken antics in the Turkish city of Istanbul.
The evening after hosting the Queen and the Turkish president for a
glittering reception involving 350 guests, hundreds of sailors from the
22,000-tonne aircraft carrier held a private party at a pub in
Istanbul's Taksim Square.
Murat Sabancu, an onlooker who told a local newspaper
what he had seen, said: "There were men dressed as women, wearing high
heels, wigs, fishnet stockings and suspenders.
The Associated Press: Turkey says military destroyed Kurdish shelters
"Turkey says military destroyed Kurdish shelters
ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — Turkey's military says air raids two days ago destroyed 16 Kurdish rebel facilities in northern Iraq."
More:The Associated Press: Turkey says military destroyed Kurdish shelters
ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — Turkey's military says air raids two days ago destroyed 16 Kurdish rebel facilities in northern Iraq."
More:The Associated Press: Turkey says military destroyed Kurdish shelters
Nobel winner Pamuk says Turkish football fosters nationalism : Sports
"Nobel winner Pamuk says Turkish football fosters nationalism
Hamburg - Nobel prizewinning Turkish novelist Orhan Pamuk says football in Turkey serves nationalist and xenophobic thinking, but he would still be supporting the country's team at Euro 2008. Pamuk said in an interview with the Germany's weekly Der Spiegel magazine that football in Turkey had become "a machine for the production of nationalism, xenophobia and authoritarian thought.""
More:Nobel winner Pamuk says Turkish football fosters nationalism : Sports
Hamburg - Nobel prizewinning Turkish novelist Orhan Pamuk says football in Turkey serves nationalist and xenophobic thinking, but he would still be supporting the country's team at Euro 2008. Pamuk said in an interview with the Germany's weekly Der Spiegel magazine that football in Turkey had become "a machine for the production of nationalism, xenophobia and authoritarian thought.""
More:Nobel winner Pamuk says Turkish football fosters nationalism : Sports
Turkey's first presidental visit to Japan
"Turkey's first presidental visit to Japan
Turkish President Abdullah Gul will pay the first visit made ever at the presidental level to Japan on Tuesday, June 3 upon an invitation by Japanese Emperor Akihito."
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Turkish President Abdullah Gul will pay the first visit made ever at the presidental level to Japan on Tuesday, June 3 upon an invitation by Japanese Emperor Akihito."
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Greek Cypriot party visits Turkish Cypriot party
"Greek Cypriot party visits Turkish Cypriot party
Members of the Greek Cypriot political party, the United Democrats Movement (EDI) paid a visit to the Republican Turkish Party (CTP) headquarters, the largest partner of the government in Turkish Cyprus, on Saturday."
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Members of the Greek Cypriot political party, the United Democrats Movement (EDI) paid a visit to the Republican Turkish Party (CTP) headquarters, the largest partner of the government in Turkish Cyprus, on Saturday."
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Turks uneasy over head-scarf debate -- Court Administration -- baltimoresun.com
"Turks uneasy over head-scarf debate
By Laura King
June 1, 2008
ISTANBUL, Turkey - At the towering gates of Istanbul University, students say, there was once an easy mingling of young women who choose to cover their heads as an expression of their Muslim beliefs and those who do not."
More:Turks uneasy over head-scarf debate -- Court Administration -- baltimoresun.com
By Laura King
June 1, 2008
ISTANBUL, Turkey - At the towering gates of Istanbul University, students say, there was once an easy mingling of young women who choose to cover their heads as an expression of their Muslim beliefs and those who do not."
More:Turks uneasy over head-scarf debate -- Court Administration -- baltimoresun.com
Turkish ruling party to present defence in 10 days: report
"Turkish ruling party to present defence in 10 days: report
Published: Sunday, 1 June, 2008, 07:13 AM Doha Time
ISTANBUL: Turkey’s ruling AK Party will present its second defence within 10 days in a court case brought by a prosecutor seeking its closure for anti-secular activities, a senior AK Party source was reported as saying.
Turkish financial markets are closely watching the case, fearing months of political instability could hurt the economy."
More:Gulf Times – Qatar’s top-selling English daily newspaper - Europe/World
Published: Sunday, 1 June, 2008, 07:13 AM Doha Time
ISTANBUL: Turkey’s ruling AK Party will present its second defence within 10 days in a court case brought by a prosecutor seeking its closure for anti-secular activities, a senior AK Party source was reported as saying.
Turkish financial markets are closely watching the case, fearing months of political instability could hurt the economy."
More:Gulf Times – Qatar’s top-selling English daily newspaper - Europe/World
Turkish competition board investigating steel firms
"Turkish competition board investigating steel firms
Reuters reported that Turkey's regulatory competition board has opened an investigation into Turkish firms Erdemir and Borcelik and two local units of ArcelorMittal."
More:SteelGuru - News
Reuters reported that Turkey's regulatory competition board has opened an investigation into Turkish firms Erdemir and Borcelik and two local units of ArcelorMittal."
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JTW News - Republican Geriatrics Party versus neo-imams
"Republican Geriatrics Party versus neo-imams
Sunday , 01 June 2008
By Ihsan YILMAZ
I have been planning to write on the discussions surrounding our great political sociologist Şerif Mardin's recent statements about how the republican elite and ideology has failed to fill the moral gap in the public sphere supposedly left by Islam's forced departure."
More:JTW News - Republican Geriatrics Party versus neo-imams
Sunday , 01 June 2008
By Ihsan YILMAZ
I have been planning to write on the discussions surrounding our great political sociologist Şerif Mardin's recent statements about how the republican elite and ideology has failed to fill the moral gap in the public sphere supposedly left by Islam's forced departure."
More:JTW News - Republican Geriatrics Party versus neo-imams
Swiss fear a Turkish backlash over battle of Istanbul| Sport | This is London
"Swiss fear a Turkish backlash over battle of Istanbul
Last updated at 22:54pm on 31.05.08
They may claim to have put the Battle of Istanbul behind them but when co-hosts Switzerland run out to face Turkey in Basle's St Jakob-Park on June 11 the scenes from that disgraceful night in November 2005 will be impossible to ignore."
More:Swiss fear a Turkish backlash over battle of Istanbul| Sport | This is London
Last updated at 22:54pm on 31.05.08
They may claim to have put the Battle of Istanbul behind them but when co-hosts Switzerland run out to face Turkey in Basle's St Jakob-Park on June 11 the scenes from that disgraceful night in November 2005 will be impossible to ignore."
More:Swiss fear a Turkish backlash over battle of Istanbul| Sport | This is London
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