"15th International Jazz Festival opens
Thursday, July 3, 2008
At the opening night of the festival, the well-known New Orleans jazz band, Coolbone, performed some lively music"
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Friday, July 04, 2008
Turkish cbank says power price hikes to push up CPI | Reuters
"Turkish cbank says power price hikes to push up CPI
Fri Jul 4, 2008 12:59pm IST
ISTANBUL, July 4 (Reuters) - Large Turkish electricity price hikes at the start of July will push consumer price inflation up 0.5 percentage points, the Turkish Central Bank said on Friday."
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Fri Jul 4, 2008 12:59pm IST
ISTANBUL, July 4 (Reuters) - Large Turkish electricity price hikes at the start of July will push consumer price inflation up 0.5 percentage points, the Turkish Central Bank said on Friday."
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ADL clears g-word fallout, pushes for ties with Armenia - Turkish Daily News Jul 04, 2008
"ADL clears g-word fallout, pushes for ties with Armenia
Friday, July 4, 2008
MUSTAFA OĞUZ
ANKARA - Turkish Daily News
Abraham Foxman, national director of the Anti-Defamation League, is in Turkey for extensive talks with Turkish politicians, seeking to keep up-to-date with both the government and opposition, and to reduce tensions that erupted after the organization endorsed Armenian claims. "
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Friday, July 4, 2008
MUSTAFA OĞUZ
ANKARA - Turkish Daily News
Abraham Foxman, national director of the Anti-Defamation League, is in Turkey for extensive talks with Turkish politicians, seeking to keep up-to-date with both the government and opposition, and to reduce tensions that erupted after the organization endorsed Armenian claims. "
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Gov't ambitious in power investments
"Gov't ambitious in power investments
Thursday, July 3, 2008
Turkey’s energy consumption has grown 5.5 percent per year on average over the last five years, says Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, speaking at the Fifth Energy Forum in Istanbul. The country’s energy demand is expected to rise 6 percent annually, and reach an equivalent of 220 million tons of oil by 2020, he adds"
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Thursday, July 3, 2008
Turkey’s energy consumption has grown 5.5 percent per year on average over the last five years, says Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, speaking at the Fifth Energy Forum in Istanbul. The country’s energy demand is expected to rise 6 percent annually, and reach an equivalent of 220 million tons of oil by 2020, he adds"
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Talat under fire from opposition in north Cyprus
"Talat under fire from opposition in north Cyprus
By Andy Ioannou
Turkish Cypriot leader Mehmet Ali Talat has said neither the sovereignty of the so-called 'Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus' nor its citizenship has been handed over to anyone.
Mr Talat was responding to criticisms from the opposition who said they were against a solution to the Cyprus Problem on the basis of single sovereignty and citizenship."
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By Andy Ioannou
Turkish Cypriot leader Mehmet Ali Talat has said neither the sovereignty of the so-called 'Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus' nor its citizenship has been handed over to anyone.
Mr Talat was responding to criticisms from the opposition who said they were against a solution to the Cyprus Problem on the basis of single sovereignty and citizenship."
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Luis Aragonés arrives in Istanbul
"Luis Aragonés arrives in Istanbul
By h.b. - Jul 4, 2008 - 7:19 AM
The Spanish 'mister' has signed a two year deal with club side Fenerbahçe.
Luis Aragonés, the 69 year old Spanish trainer who took Spain to the European Cup last month, has arrived in Istanbul where he will be officially presented today as the new manager of the club side Fenerbahçe."
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By h.b. - Jul 4, 2008 - 7:19 AM
The Spanish 'mister' has signed a two year deal with club side Fenerbahçe.
Luis Aragonés, the 69 year old Spanish trainer who took Spain to the European Cup last month, has arrived in Istanbul where he will be officially presented today as the new manager of the club side Fenerbahçe."
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Kewell signs three-year Galatasaray deal - CNN.com
"Kewell signs three-year Galatasaray deal
(CNN) -- Harry Kewell has signed a three-year contract with Turkish club Galatasaray, passing up the chance of going to the Olympic Games as an over-age player in the Australian squad.
Kewell collected a Champions League winners' medal during his five years at Liverpool.
Kewell has spent five seasons with English Premier League side Liverpool, and although injuries kept him idle for long periods he gained a Champions League winners medal in the memorable fightback victory over AC Milan in 2005."
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(CNN) -- Harry Kewell has signed a three-year contract with Turkish club Galatasaray, passing up the chance of going to the Olympic Games as an over-age player in the Australian squad.
Kewell collected a Champions League winners' medal during his five years at Liverpool.
Kewell has spent five seasons with English Premier League side Liverpool, and although injuries kept him idle for long periods he gained a Champions League winners medal in the memorable fightback victory over AC Milan in 2005."
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Turkey's Main Opposition Leader Says Kemalists Become Targets
"Turkey's Main Opposition Leader Says Kemalists Become Targets
Published: 7/3/2008
ANKARA - The chairperson of Turkey`s main opposition party said on Wednesday that Kemalists, believers of the secular republic and defenders of Turkey`s national integrity, became the target of accusations."
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Published: 7/3/2008
ANKARA - The chairperson of Turkey`s main opposition party said on Wednesday that Kemalists, believers of the secular republic and defenders of Turkey`s national integrity, became the target of accusations."
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Turkish-American Business Council Organizes Meeting In NYC
"Turkish-American Business Council Organizes Meeting In NYC
Published: 7/3/2008
NEW YORK - A Turkish-American business council organized a meeting in New York on Monday.
The Turkish-American Business Improvement and Development Council, established some time ago in New York, hosted its first gala reception at the Sheraton Hotel."
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Published: 7/3/2008
NEW YORK - A Turkish-American business council organized a meeting in New York on Monday.
The Turkish-American Business Improvement and Development Council, established some time ago in New York, hosted its first gala reception at the Sheraton Hotel."
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The figure behind the missing guns of Susurluk case
"Connection with Susurluk case
It is claimed that the suspect Osman Gürbüz is the one who hid the lost guns belonging to Çatlı who died at Susurluk accident.
Gürbüz was taken into custody within the scope of investigation on Ergenekon organization. Gürbüz had participated in many activities by Mahmut Yıldırım with the code name 'green' in the south eastern part of Anatolia."
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It is claimed that the suspect Osman Gürbüz is the one who hid the lost guns belonging to Çatlı who died at Susurluk accident.
Gürbüz was taken into custody within the scope of investigation on Ergenekon organization. Gürbüz had participated in many activities by Mahmut Yıldırım with the code name 'green' in the south eastern part of Anatolia."
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Thursday, July 03, 2008
Gulfnews: Turkey faces a litmus test
"Turkey faces a litmus test
By Marwan Kabalan, Special to Gulf News
Published: July 04, 2008, 00:07
For the past few years, in particular since the arrival of the Justice and Development Party (known as AKP, the acronym of its Turkish name) to power in November 2002, Turkey has performed as a model to refute the long-held Western theory that Islam and democracy are incompatible. That model seems to be crumbling now. Oddly enough, nonetheless, is that the party, which seeks to abort Turkey's democratic process, is the secular, Western-oriented elite."
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By Marwan Kabalan, Special to Gulf News
Published: July 04, 2008, 00:07
For the past few years, in particular since the arrival of the Justice and Development Party (known as AKP, the acronym of its Turkish name) to power in November 2002, Turkey has performed as a model to refute the long-held Western theory that Islam and democracy are incompatible. That model seems to be crumbling now. Oddly enough, nonetheless, is that the party, which seeks to abort Turkey's democratic process, is the secular, Western-oriented elite."
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Turkey rejects reference to MedUnion in Euromed declaration
"Turkey rejects reference to MedUnion in Euromed declaration
The Turkish government objected on Wednesday to a reference to the 'Mediterranean Union' (MedUnion) in the communique of a meeting of the European-Mediterranean (Euromed) trade ministers in Marseille, in a similar move as France's attempts to remove the word 'accession' from every EU document on Turkey."
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The Turkish government objected on Wednesday to a reference to the 'Mediterranean Union' (MedUnion) in the communique of a meeting of the European-Mediterranean (Euromed) trade ministers in Marseille, in a similar move as France's attempts to remove the word 'accession' from every EU document on Turkey."
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New green campaign in Turkish schools will save 1.27 million trees a year!
"New green campaign in Turkish schools will save 1.27 million trees a year!
Green news from Turkey. The Turkish newspaper, Today's Zaman, reported on a new new book exchange campaign launched by the Ministry of Education that will be aimed at 'saving millions of trees, protecting the environment and contributing to the country’s economy.'"
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Green news from Turkey. The Turkish newspaper, Today's Zaman, reported on a new new book exchange campaign launched by the Ministry of Education that will be aimed at 'saving millions of trees, protecting the environment and contributing to the country’s economy.'"
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FTN - "Pinhole Photographs" At Istanbul Modern
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Written by Ozgur Tore
Thursday, 03 July 2008
Istanbul Modern Art Museum is hosting 'Pinhole Photographs' exhibition featuring works by 33 young photographers who use the 'pinhole' technique based on the 2500-year-old Camera Obscura principle.
Sponsored by Mustafa Nevzat İlaç Sanayii A.Ş and curated by Engin Özendes, the exhibition is comprised of 67 photographs that recall a historic period in the art of photography. The exhibition will be open between 17 June and 24 August 2008 at the Istanbul Modern Photograph Gallery. Visa Renkli Ufuklar, Mas Matbaa and Marshall are among the exhibition supporters."
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Written by Ozgur Tore
Thursday, 03 July 2008
Istanbul Modern Art Museum is hosting 'Pinhole Photographs' exhibition featuring works by 33 young photographers who use the 'pinhole' technique based on the 2500-year-old Camera Obscura principle.
Sponsored by Mustafa Nevzat İlaç Sanayii A.Ş and curated by Engin Özendes, the exhibition is comprised of 67 photographs that recall a historic period in the art of photography. The exhibition will be open between 17 June and 24 August 2008 at the Istanbul Modern Photograph Gallery. Visa Renkli Ufuklar, Mas Matbaa and Marshall are among the exhibition supporters."
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Turkish unrest unsettles investors - International Herald Tribune
"Turkish unrest unsettles investors
As tension increased with the police round up of high-profile retired generals and other figures suspected of engineering a coup, investors became jittery.
ISTANBUL: Escalating political risk in Turkey because of a stand-off between rival power groups is set to deter investors, help undermine a fragile currency, push up the price of borrowing and dent growth."
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As tension increased with the police round up of high-profile retired generals and other figures suspected of engineering a coup, investors became jittery.
ISTANBUL: Escalating political risk in Turkey because of a stand-off between rival power groups is set to deter investors, help undermine a fragile currency, push up the price of borrowing and dent growth."
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Turkish preacher prepares to end exile in US - The National Newspaper
"Turkish preacher prepares to end exile in US
Thomas Seibert, Foreign Correspondent
ISTANBUL // Praised by his followers as a representative of a modern and peaceful Islam and bedevilled by his critics as a fundamentalist bent on destroying Turkey’s secular republic, the preacher Fethullah Gulen, one of the country’s most controversial figures, may be about to return to his home-country after years in exile in the United States."
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Thomas Seibert, Foreign Correspondent
ISTANBUL // Praised by his followers as a representative of a modern and peaceful Islam and bedevilled by his critics as a fundamentalist bent on destroying Turkey’s secular republic, the preacher Fethullah Gulen, one of the country’s most controversial figures, may be about to return to his home-country after years in exile in the United States."
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Turkish mother and child killed in a grenade blast
"Turkish mother and child killed in a grenade blast
A Turkish woman and her six-year old son were killed on Thursday in explosion of a hand grenade in an eastern province of Turkey, the Dogan News Agency reported."
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A Turkish woman and her six-year old son were killed on Thursday in explosion of a hand grenade in an eastern province of Turkey, the Dogan News Agency reported."
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Turkish party fights for survival after foiled coup attempt | World news | guardian.co.uk
"Turkish party fights for survival after foiled coup attempt
Turkey's governing party mounted a desperate legal fight for its survival today as documents allegedly showed it had been the target of a foiled coup attempt planned to begin next week."
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Turkey's governing party mounted a desperate legal fight for its survival today as documents allegedly showed it had been the target of a foiled coup attempt planned to begin next week."
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All That Jazz and More in Istanbul
"All That Jazz and More in Istanbul
It’s summer in the city and that means it’s time for the International İstanbul Jazz Festival, a great excuse to sit outside on balmy evenings to listen to hundreds of Turkish and international musicians play all types of tunes, not just jazz, at more than a dozen sites around town."
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It’s summer in the city and that means it’s time for the International İstanbul Jazz Festival, a great excuse to sit outside on balmy evenings to listen to hundreds of Turkish and international musicians play all types of tunes, not just jazz, at more than a dozen sites around town."
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Press TV - US, Turkey clinched to uproot PKK
"US, Turkey clinched to uproot PKK
Thu, 03 Jul 2008 19:33:40
A top US commander is in Ankara for talks with his Turkish counterparts on stemming out the Kurdish rebels stationed in northern Iraq."
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Thu, 03 Jul 2008 19:33:40
A top US commander is in Ankara for talks with his Turkish counterparts on stemming out the Kurdish rebels stationed in northern Iraq."
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An Adventure Vacation in Turkey - 1001 Travel Tips & Vacation Ideas
"An Adventure Vacation in Turkey
By Eric OBrien
http://www.beldotravel.com
Jul 3, 2008 - 10:01:31 AM
Many people would raise eyebrows if a vacation off to Turkey is mentioned. But, to those that are into adventure vacation, a trip to Turkey, especially in Gaziantep spells as a fun-filled ADVENTURE! This is because the place, the Gaziantep province, can be found at the southeast part of the country—which most tourist have not stepped foot onto. "
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By Eric OBrien
http://www.beldotravel.com
Jul 3, 2008 - 10:01:31 AM
Many people would raise eyebrows if a vacation off to Turkey is mentioned. But, to those that are into adventure vacation, a trip to Turkey, especially in Gaziantep spells as a fun-filled ADVENTURE! This is because the place, the Gaziantep province, can be found at the southeast part of the country—which most tourist have not stepped foot onto. "
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Cypriots' peace talks sound the unsound - Turkish Daily News Jun 30, 2008
"Cypriots' peace talks sound the unsound
Monday, June 30, 2008
Leaders of the Turkish and Greek Cypriots are set to come together in a key meeting to decide on future comprehensive reunification talks. But the parties' lack of confidence in each other is seen as a major obstacle to talks, which have been described as the last chance by many observers"
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Monday, June 30, 2008
Leaders of the Turkish and Greek Cypriots are set to come together in a key meeting to decide on future comprehensive reunification talks. But the parties' lack of confidence in each other is seen as a major obstacle to talks, which have been described as the last chance by many observers"
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Turkey expects French commitment to EU entry talks during presidency
"Turkey expects French commitment to EU entry talks during presidency
ANKARA, Turkey (AP) - Turkey expects France to help advance the Muslim nation's EU membership talks when Paris takes over the bloc's rotating presidency Tuesday, Turkey's justice minister said.
French President Nicholas Sarkozy, however, openly opposes the membership bid.
Sarkozy has suggested Turkey be offered a special partnership instead of full membership."
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ANKARA, Turkey (AP) - Turkey expects France to help advance the Muslim nation's EU membership talks when Paris takes over the bloc's rotating presidency Tuesday, Turkey's justice minister said.
French President Nicholas Sarkozy, however, openly opposes the membership bid.
Sarkozy has suggested Turkey be offered a special partnership instead of full membership."
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The Turkish Empire in the late 1800s, early 1900s must be a very interesting period for philatelists, with all the foreign post offices, various currencies, etcetera. Those foreign post offices were I suppose usually founded to facilitate trade. The Germans had had post offices in Turkey ever since 1870. In the early days, stamps from the 'Home Country' were used, which can only be identified as having been used in the Turkish Empire by their cancellations. Later, from 1884, stamps were overprinted in the local currency, piastres and paras."
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The Turkish Empire in the late 1800s, early 1900s must be a very interesting period for philatelists, with all the foreign post offices, various currencies, etcetera. Those foreign post offices were I suppose usually founded to facilitate trade. The Germans had had post offices in Turkey ever since 1870. In the early days, stamps from the 'Home Country' were used, which can only be identified as having been used in the Turkish Empire by their cancellations. Later, from 1884, stamps were overprinted in the local currency, piastres and paras."
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Arrests mark fresh phase in Turkey's struggle
"Arrests mark fresh phase in Turkey's struggle
By Vincent Boland in Ankara
Published: July 3 2008 03:00 | Last updated: July 3 2008 03:00
General Kenan Evren, the soldier who led the 1980 military coup in Turkey - a ferocious Latin American-style operation involving tanks on the streets, mass arrests, and torture allegations - lives in happy retirement in the Mediterranean resort of Marmaris. He is said to spend his days painting."
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By Vincent Boland in Ankara
Published: July 3 2008 03:00 | Last updated: July 3 2008 03:00
General Kenan Evren, the soldier who led the 1980 military coup in Turkey - a ferocious Latin American-style operation involving tanks on the streets, mass arrests, and torture allegations - lives in happy retirement in the Mediterranean resort of Marmaris. He is said to spend his days painting."
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Straits in dire straits, Turkey tells Russia - Turkish Daily News Jul 03, 2008
"Straits in dire straits, Turkey tells Russia
Thursday, July 3, 2008
Turkey reiterated yesterday its efforts to convince Russia to support its plans for building the Samsun-Ceyhan oil pipeline, a project hoped to alleviate the burden on the Turkish straits."
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Thursday, July 3, 2008
Turkey reiterated yesterday its efforts to convince Russia to support its plans for building the Samsun-Ceyhan oil pipeline, a project hoped to alleviate the burden on the Turkish straits."
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Turkish Cypriot, Greek Cypriot leaders agree on single sovereignty, citizenship (SETimes.com)
"Turkish Cypriot, Greek Cypriot leaders agree on single sovereignty, citizenship
03/07/2008
Rival Turkish Cypriot and Greek Cypriot leaders agreed 'in principle' on the key issues of the decades-long Cyprus standoff, raising hopes for a comprehensive settlement soon."
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03/07/2008
Rival Turkish Cypriot and Greek Cypriot leaders agreed 'in principle' on the key issues of the decades-long Cyprus standoff, raising hopes for a comprehensive settlement soon."
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TURKEY: Başkent Electricity Sold Tender for USD 1.2 bn | seeurope.net
"TURKEY: Başkent Electricity Sold Tender for USD 1.2 bn
03.07.2008 Corporate | Turkey
Open bidding held during the final bargaining hours for the privatization of the Başkent Electricity Distribution Corporation (Başkent EDAŞ) via the bloc sale method saw the highest bid (USD 1.225 bn) offered by the joint venture of Hacı Ömer Sabancı Holding A.Ş., Österreichische Elektrizitatswirtschafts, Aktiengesellschaft (Verbund) and Enerjisa Energy Production Corporation."
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03.07.2008 Corporate | Turkey
Open bidding held during the final bargaining hours for the privatization of the Başkent Electricity Distribution Corporation (Başkent EDAŞ) via the bloc sale method saw the highest bid (USD 1.225 bn) offered by the joint venture of Hacı Ömer Sabancı Holding A.Ş., Österreichische Elektrizitatswirtschafts, Aktiengesellschaft (Verbund) and Enerjisa Energy Production Corporation."
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Cyprus settlement back on track - The National Newspaper
"Cyprus settlement back on track
Michael Theodoulou, Foreign Correspondent
NICOSIA // Amid hopes that Cyprus is finally inching towards a long-elusive settlement, the United Nations has anointed Alexander Downer, the former Australian foreign minister, to advance a new process to reunite the strategically located island. He is regarded as a strong politician with an international standing and a can-do reputation, diplomats in Cyprus said."
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Michael Theodoulou, Foreign Correspondent
NICOSIA // Amid hopes that Cyprus is finally inching towards a long-elusive settlement, the United Nations has anointed Alexander Downer, the former Australian foreign minister, to advance a new process to reunite the strategically located island. He is regarded as a strong politician with an international standing and a can-do reputation, diplomats in Cyprus said."
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Palestinians thank Turkish Red Crescent
"Palestinians thank Turkish Red Crescent
Palestinian Ministry of Health officials have said that medicine sent by the Turkish aid organization Kizilay (Red Crescent) a few months ago was a remedy for many people."
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Palestinian Ministry of Health officials have said that medicine sent by the Turkish aid organization Kizilay (Red Crescent) a few months ago was a remedy for many people."
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Turkey commemorates 15th anniversary of Sivas massacre
"Turkey commemorates 15th anniversary of Sivas massacre
Tens of thousands of people attended the commemoration service on Wednesday for the 37 people killed in Turkey's central province of Sivas on July 2, 1993. Many of those killed were Alevi intellectuals."
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Tens of thousands of people attended the commemoration service on Wednesday for the 37 people killed in Turkey's central province of Sivas on July 2, 1993. Many of those killed were Alevi intellectuals."
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Global rally helps Turkey off politics-driven lows | Reuters
"Global rally helps Turkey off politics-driven lows
Thu Jul 3, 2008 7:15pm IST
By Thomas Grove and Emma Ross-Thomas
ISTANBUL, July 3 (Reuters) - A global rally helped Turkish assets recover from earlier lows on Thursday, but an investigation into a coup plot and the prospect of the ruling AK Party being banned continued to worry investors."
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Thu Jul 3, 2008 7:15pm IST
By Thomas Grove and Emma Ross-Thomas
ISTANBUL, July 3 (Reuters) - A global rally helped Turkish assets recover from earlier lows on Thursday, but an investigation into a coup plot and the prospect of the ruling AK Party being banned continued to worry investors."
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EU commissioner offers Turkey Israel-Syria mediation
"EU commissioner offers Turkey Israel-Syria mediation
EU Trade Commissioner Peter Mandelson has proposed Turkey to host an international conference to help normalize commercial ties between Israel and Palestine."
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EU Trade Commissioner Peter Mandelson has proposed Turkey to host an international conference to help normalize commercial ties between Israel and Palestine."
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ACCORDING TO REPRESENTATIVE OF TURKEY OSCE PROMOTES FORMATION OF JOINT HISTORY COMMISSION FOR INVESTIGATION OF ARMENIAN GENOCIDE
"ACCORDING TO REPRESENTATIVE OF TURKEY OSCE PROMOTES FORMATION OF JOINT HISTORY COMMISSION FOR INVESTIGATION OF ARMENIAN GENOCIDE
The OSCE Parliamentary Assembly's annual session was held in Kazakhstan's capital Astana with the main theme of ''Transparency in the OSCE''.
According to an independent French journalist Jean Eckian, during the session, on July 2 Alaattin Buyukkaya, the head of the Turkish group at the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly, made a statement, which runs, in part, ''A motion submitted by the Turkish delegation was adopted. The motion underlines that past events like genocide should be recognized only after historians carry out a detailed research in all kinds of archives'."
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The OSCE Parliamentary Assembly's annual session was held in Kazakhstan's capital Astana with the main theme of ''Transparency in the OSCE''.
According to an independent French journalist Jean Eckian, during the session, on July 2 Alaattin Buyukkaya, the head of the Turkish group at the OSCE Parliamentary Assembly, made a statement, which runs, in part, ''A motion submitted by the Turkish delegation was adopted. The motion underlines that past events like genocide should be recognized only after historians carry out a detailed research in all kinds of archives'."
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Turkish party fights for survival
"Turkish party fights for survival
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan
Turkey's ruling party has been defending itself in court against charges that could see it closed down."
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Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan
Turkey's ruling party has been defending itself in court against charges that could see it closed down."
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Senior U.S. general in Turkey for talks on PKK
"Senior U.S. general in Turkey for talks on PKK
A senior US general arrived in Turkish capital of Ankara on Thursday on a a one-day visit for talks with his Turkish counterparts on efforts to root out the outlawed PKK separatists based in northern Iraq, a US embassy official told the AFP."
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A senior US general arrived in Turkish capital of Ankara on Thursday on a a one-day visit for talks with his Turkish counterparts on efforts to root out the outlawed PKK separatists based in northern Iraq, a US embassy official told the AFP."
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2 Turkish ex-generals arrested amid power struggle - The Boston Globe
"2 Turkish ex-generals arrested amid power struggle
Rift between Erdogan's party, secularists grows
By C. Onur Ant
Associated Press / July 2, 2008
ISTANBUL - Turkish police arrested two retired generals yesterday on suspicion of plotting against the Islamic-leaning government as the rift between the prime minister and the defenders of the country's secular principles widened."
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Rift between Erdogan's party, secularists grows
By C. Onur Ant
Associated Press / July 2, 2008
ISTANBUL - Turkish police arrested two retired generals yesterday on suspicion of plotting against the Islamic-leaning government as the rift between the prime minister and the defenders of the country's secular principles widened."
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UNI : E-Kart violates workers rights in Turkey
"E-Kart, a German-Turkish joint venture company, is discriminating against its workers in Gebze (Turkey).
Press Release
July 2, 2008
E-Kart violates workers rights in Turkey
E-Kart, a German-Turkish joint venture company, is discriminating against its workers in Gebze (Turkey).
“Its actions are in violation of UN Global Compact the company’s Code of Conduct, as well as ILO Conventions and the Constitution of Turkey,” says Adriana Rosenzvaig UNI Global Union."
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Press Release
July 2, 2008
E-Kart violates workers rights in Turkey
E-Kart, a German-Turkish joint venture company, is discriminating against its workers in Gebze (Turkey).
“Its actions are in violation of UN Global Compact the company’s Code of Conduct, as well as ILO Conventions and the Constitution of Turkey,” says Adriana Rosenzvaig UNI Global Union."
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Turkish Minister Views Alternative Energy Sources, Energy Cooperation
"Turkey's Energy and Natural Resources Minister Hilmi Guler said [on] Wednesday [2 July], 'The Turkish government wishes for an energy sector based on innovation to surpass the automotive sector in Turkey.'
Speaking at the inauguration of the Fifth Turkey Energy Forum, taking place under the theme of 'New regional power in energy: Turkey' in Istanbul, Guler said, 'There is a need for radical changes in the energy sector.'
'During our government, we made legal arrangements in the energy sector. One of the important steps we took was the liberalization of the oil market,' Guler said."
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Speaking at the inauguration of the Fifth Turkey Energy Forum, taking place under the theme of 'New regional power in energy: Turkey' in Istanbul, Guler said, 'There is a need for radical changes in the energy sector.'
'During our government, we made legal arrangements in the energy sector. One of the important steps we took was the liberalization of the oil market,' Guler said."
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Trend News : EU: Turkey can mediate between Palestine, Israel
"EU: Turkey can mediate between Palestine, Israel
03.07.08 17:01
EU Trade Commissioner Peter Mandelson has proposed Turkey to host an international conference to help normalize commercial ties between Palestine and Israel, reported WorldBulletin.
Mandelson conveyed his proposal to Turkey's State Minister Kursad Tuzmen during the 7th Euro-Med Trade Ministerial Conference in Marseilles, France."
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03.07.08 17:01
EU Trade Commissioner Peter Mandelson has proposed Turkey to host an international conference to help normalize commercial ties between Palestine and Israel, reported WorldBulletin.
Mandelson conveyed his proposal to Turkey's State Minister Kursad Tuzmen during the 7th Euro-Med Trade Ministerial Conference in Marseilles, France."
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Turkish party rejects anti-secularism charges
"Turkish party rejects anti-secularism charges
By SUZAN FRASER – 2 hours ago
ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — Turkey's deputy prime minister defended the ruling party in the country's top court Thursday against charges that it is steering the country toward Islamic rule.
The chief prosecutor is demanding the Islamic-rooted party be disbanded for anti-secular activity and that Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan and 70 other party members be barred from joining a political party for five years."
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By SUZAN FRASER – 2 hours ago
ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — Turkey's deputy prime minister defended the ruling party in the country's top court Thursday against charges that it is steering the country toward Islamic rule.
The chief prosecutor is demanding the Islamic-rooted party be disbanded for anti-secular activity and that Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan and 70 other party members be barred from joining a political party for five years."
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Group planned gradual coup in Turkey - media | Reuters
"Group planned gradual coup in Turkey - media
By Hidir Goktas and Selcuk Gokoluk
ANKARA, July 3 (Reuters) - Documents seized by Turkish police indicate that a shadowy, ultra-nationalist illegal organisation planned to trigger a coup to unseat the Turkish government, newspapers reported on Thursday."
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By Hidir Goktas and Selcuk Gokoluk
ANKARA, July 3 (Reuters) - Documents seized by Turkish police indicate that a shadowy, ultra-nationalist illegal organisation planned to trigger a coup to unseat the Turkish government, newspapers reported on Thursday."
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Wednesday, July 02, 2008
VOA News - Turkish Media: Detained Secular Activists to be Tried on Terror Charges
"Turkish Media: Detained Secular Activists to be Tried on Terror Charges
By VOA News
02 July 2008
Turkish media say prosecutors are set to indict a group of prominent secular activists suspected of involvement in an alleged coup plot against the Islamic-leaning government."
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By VOA News
02 July 2008
Turkish media say prosecutors are set to indict a group of prominent secular activists suspected of involvement in an alleged coup plot against the Islamic-leaning government."
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Trouble at home, but Turkey gains strength abroad - The National Newspaper
"Trouble at home, but Turkey gains strength abroad
Michelle Metallidis
Politics in Turkey can be puzzling at the best of times, but the term “byzantine” has never been more appropriate in describing what is happening than now. This week the state prosecutor is attempting to have the ruling party banned and the prime minister and president disbarred from political life and possibly jailed. The chief opposition party, meanwhile, is claiming it is being persecuted by the government."
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Michelle Metallidis
Politics in Turkey can be puzzling at the best of times, but the term “byzantine” has never been more appropriate in describing what is happening than now. This week the state prosecutor is attempting to have the ruling party banned and the prime minister and president disbarred from political life and possibly jailed. The chief opposition party, meanwhile, is claiming it is being persecuted by the government."
More:Trouble at home, but Turkey gains strength abroad - The National Newspaper
Turkish politics blamed for board block : Nature News
"Turkish politics blamed for board block
Geologist claims personal views led to job denial.
Geoff Brumfiel
A prominent Turkish geologist is being denied a top spot in the nation's higher-education system because, he says, his political views are out of step with those of the current government."
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Geologist claims personal views led to job denial.
Geoff Brumfiel
A prominent Turkish geologist is being denied a top spot in the nation's higher-education system because, he says, his political views are out of step with those of the current government."
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Turkey: Arrests, Court Case Reveal that Turkey is Dangerously Polarized
"CIVIL SOCIETY
TURKEY: ARRESTS, COURT CASE REVEAL THAT TURKEY IS DANGEROUSLY POLARIZED
Nicholas Birch 7/02/08
Simmering tension between Turkey’s secular establishment and popular religious-minded government is reaching the boiling point. Some experts are expressing concern that Turkish society has become so polarized that events could take a dangerous turn."
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TURKEY: ARRESTS, COURT CASE REVEAL THAT TURKEY IS DANGEROUSLY POLARIZED
Nicholas Birch 7/02/08
Simmering tension between Turkey’s secular establishment and popular religious-minded government is reaching the boiling point. Some experts are expressing concern that Turkish society has become so polarized that events could take a dangerous turn."
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Turkey agrees to sell electricity to Greece_English_Xinhua
"Turkey agrees to sell electricity to Greece
www.chinaview.cn 2008-07-03 00:00:16
ANKARA, July 2 (Xinhua) -- Turkey agreed on Wednesday to sell electricity to its western neighbor of Greece for three months, Turkey's energy minister said."
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www.chinaview.cn 2008-07-03 00:00:16
ANKARA, July 2 (Xinhua) -- Turkey agreed on Wednesday to sell electricity to its western neighbor of Greece for three months, Turkey's energy minister said."
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Turkish Arrests Focus on Alleged Plot - TIME
"Turkish Arrests Focus on Alleged Plot
Even though it no longer lays down the law, Turkey's military has long been seen as beyond its reach. So a kind of history was made on Tuesday when two former top generals were taken into police custody. They are being questioned about their alleged involvement with a shady nationalist group, which is suspected of plotting to overthrow the Islamic-leaning government of Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan. "
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Even though it no longer lays down the law, Turkey's military has long been seen as beyond its reach. So a kind of history was made on Tuesday when two former top generals were taken into police custody. They are being questioned about their alleged involvement with a shady nationalist group, which is suspected of plotting to overthrow the Islamic-leaning government of Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan. "
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Martin Woollacott: The AK party is hardly the innocent victim in Turkey | Comment is free | guardian.co.uk
"Chicanery in Turkey
The AKP is crying foul over the attempt to rule it unconstitutional, but it too has been playing fast and loose with democracy
The Justice and Development party has been rightly regarded, until very recently, as one of the most successful political movements in Europe. While other Turkish parties neglected the grassroots, the AKP built up a stronger and stronger following among ordinary Turks in the country's rapidly expanding cities. It did so in part because of its emphasis on the Islamic values with which these voters, many of them still influenced by the traditional ways of the countryside from which they, or their parents, had come, were comfortable. Equally important was hard organisational work, and the fact that, long before it achieved national power, the party was providing many poor and disadvantaged people with the welfare services reflected in its current title."
More:Martin Woollacott: The AK party is hardly the innocent victim in Turkey | Comment is free | guardian.co.uk
The AKP is crying foul over the attempt to rule it unconstitutional, but it too has been playing fast and loose with democracy
The Justice and Development party has been rightly regarded, until very recently, as one of the most successful political movements in Europe. While other Turkish parties neglected the grassroots, the AKP built up a stronger and stronger following among ordinary Turks in the country's rapidly expanding cities. It did so in part because of its emphasis on the Islamic values with which these voters, many of them still influenced by the traditional ways of the countryside from which they, or their parents, had come, were comfortable. Equally important was hard organisational work, and the fact that, long before it achieved national power, the party was providing many poor and disadvantaged people with the welfare services reflected in its current title."
More:Martin Woollacott: The AK party is hardly the innocent victim in Turkey | Comment is free | guardian.co.uk
Politics aggravates Turkish assets' fragility
"Politics aggravates Turkish assets' fragility
By Emma Ross-Thomas
ISTANBUL, July 2 (Reuters) - Escalating political risk in Turkey because of a stand-off between rival power groups is set to deter investors, help undermine a fragile currency, push up the price of borrowing and dent growth."
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By Emma Ross-Thomas
ISTANBUL, July 2 (Reuters) - Escalating political risk in Turkey because of a stand-off between rival power groups is set to deter investors, help undermine a fragile currency, push up the price of borrowing and dent growth."
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Turkish government denies any connection with detentions_English_Xinhua
"Turkish government denies any connection with detentions
www.chinaview.cn 2008-07-02 22:55:12
ANKARA, July 2 (Xinhua) -- Turkish Prime Ministry Wednesday denied allegations suggesting a connection between detentions under 'Operation Ergenekon' on Tuesday and recent meeting between Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Land Forces Commander Gen.Ilker Basbug."
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www.chinaview.cn 2008-07-02 22:55:12
ANKARA, July 2 (Xinhua) -- Turkish Prime Ministry Wednesday denied allegations suggesting a connection between detentions under 'Operation Ergenekon' on Tuesday and recent meeting between Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Land Forces Commander Gen.Ilker Basbug."
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Senior Turkish general calls for calm - Breaking News - World - Breaking News
"Senior Turkish general calls for calm
A senior Turkish general has called for calm after two prominent retired generals were detained in a widening police investigation into a suspected coup plot against the government."
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A senior Turkish general has called for calm after two prominent retired generals were detained in a widening police investigation into a suspected coup plot against the government."
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Trend News : “ Russia is Largest Trade Partner of Turkey” – Turkish Foreign Minister
"“ Russia is Largest Trade Partner of Turkey” – Turkish Foreign Minister
02.07.08 17:16
Azerbaijan, Baku, 2 July / Trend News corr. S.Ilhamgizi / The trade turnover between Turkey and Russia in $16bln within five months makes Russia the largest trade partner of Turkey.
“At present, Russia is the largest trade partner of Turkey,” Ali Babacan, Turkish Foreign Minister, said Sergey Lavrov, Russia’s Foreign Minister, in the joint news conference."
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02.07.08 17:16
Azerbaijan, Baku, 2 July / Trend News corr. S.Ilhamgizi / The trade turnover between Turkey and Russia in $16bln within five months makes Russia the largest trade partner of Turkey.
“At present, Russia is the largest trade partner of Turkey,” Ali Babacan, Turkish Foreign Minister, said Sergey Lavrov, Russia’s Foreign Minister, in the joint news conference."
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Turkey's past is ruining hopes of a liberal future | Bronwen Maddox: Chief Foreign Commentator - Times Online
"Turkey's past is ruining hopes of a liberal future
Bronwen Maddox: Chief Foreign Commentator
Turkey took a lurch towards turmoil yesterday as the chief prosecutor outlined his case for banning the governing party and police detained two retired commanders, among others, in their pursuit of a group alleged to be plotting a coup."
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Bronwen Maddox: Chief Foreign Commentator
Turkey took a lurch towards turmoil yesterday as the chief prosecutor outlined his case for banning the governing party and police detained two retired commanders, among others, in their pursuit of a group alleged to be plotting a coup."
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EU should consider 'partial' Turkish membership - Turkish Daily News Jul 02, 2008
"EU should consider 'partial' Turkish membership
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
Europeans can issue EU passports for registered members of the AKP only. Meanwhile, French membership should be suspended over Bernard Kouchner’s remarks."
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Wednesday, July 2, 2008
Europeans can issue EU passports for registered members of the AKP only. Meanwhile, French membership should be suspended over Bernard Kouchner’s remarks."
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Turkish Cypriot wins 2008 Courage In Journalism award
"Turkish Cypriot wins 2008 Courage In Journalism award
By Maria-Christina Doulami
TURKISH CYPRIOT investigative reporter, Sevgul Uludag, is one of the winners of the 2008 Courage in Journalism Awards.
The awards were presented by the International Women’s Media Foundation (IWMF) which is based in the US.
Uludag, 49, has been a journalist for nearly three decades. She specialises in investigative reporting and in 2002 she began writing about missing peoples and mass graves in Cyprus. “Her reporting started a public debate about the issue and led to official searches and exhumations,” said the IWMF. It further stated that “through her reporting she attempts to ease the segregation between the Greek and Turkish communities, but in doing so she has faced many obstacles, including death threats and violent attacks.”"
More: Cyprus Mail
By Maria-Christina Doulami
TURKISH CYPRIOT investigative reporter, Sevgul Uludag, is one of the winners of the 2008 Courage in Journalism Awards.
The awards were presented by the International Women’s Media Foundation (IWMF) which is based in the US.
Uludag, 49, has been a journalist for nearly three decades. She specialises in investigative reporting and in 2002 she began writing about missing peoples and mass graves in Cyprus. “Her reporting started a public debate about the issue and led to official searches and exhumations,” said the IWMF. It further stated that “through her reporting she attempts to ease the segregation between the Greek and Turkish communities, but in doing so she has faced many obstacles, including death threats and violent attacks.”"
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France praises Turkish military - Turkish Daily News Jul 02, 2008
"France praises Turkish military
Wednesday, July 2, 2008
French Foreign Minister Bernard Kouchner, whose country took over the six-month-term presidency of the European Union yesterday, said the Turkish army played an important role in strengthening democracy in Turkey and undertook a great role in separating government affairs from those of the mosque and religion."
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Wednesday, July 2, 2008
French Foreign Minister Bernard Kouchner, whose country took over the six-month-term presidency of the European Union yesterday, said the Turkish army played an important role in strengthening democracy in Turkey and undertook a great role in separating government affairs from those of the mosque and religion."
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Bill to move Turkish CB submitted to parliament
"Bill to move Turkish CB submitted to parliament
The draft bill to move the head offices of Turkey's central bank, Vakiflar Bankasi, Capital Markets Board (SPK), and the Banking Regulation and Supervision Agency (BDDK) to Istanbul was submitted to parliament on Wednesday, the Anatolian Agency reported."
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The draft bill to move the head offices of Turkey's central bank, Vakiflar Bankasi, Capital Markets Board (SPK), and the Banking Regulation and Supervision Agency (BDDK) to Istanbul was submitted to parliament on Wednesday, the Anatolian Agency reported."
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GMR’s consortium’s Turkey airport project achieves financial closure
"GMR’s consortium’s Turkey airport project achieves financial closure
Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport in Turkey, which is being expanded by a GMR-led consortium, has achieved financial closure, with ABN Amro Bank NV and Yapi Kredi banks’ approval of a loan of euro 336 million to complete the project.
The money will be used for the terminal and ground operations at Istanbul’s second airport.
Mr Yetik K. Mert, Chief Executive Officer of the airport, announced that the credit would also be used for building the new international terminal building."
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Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen Airport in Turkey, which is being expanded by a GMR-led consortium, has achieved financial closure, with ABN Amro Bank NV and Yapi Kredi banks’ approval of a loan of euro 336 million to complete the project.
The money will be used for the terminal and ground operations at Istanbul’s second airport.
Mr Yetik K. Mert, Chief Executive Officer of the airport, announced that the credit would also be used for building the new international terminal building."
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Trend Capital : Turkey Prepares to Sign Inter-Governmental Agreement on Nabucco Pipeline Project: Prime Minister
"Turkey Prepares to Sign Inter-Governmental Agreement on Nabucco Pipeline Project: Prime Minister
02.07.08 14:52
Azerbaijan, Baku, 2 July /Trend Capital/ In the near months, Turkey will sign an Inter-Governmental on realization of Nabucco pipeline construction project, ITAR-TASS reports."
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02.07.08 14:52
Azerbaijan, Baku, 2 July /Trend Capital/ In the near months, Turkey will sign an Inter-Governmental on realization of Nabucco pipeline construction project, ITAR-TASS reports."
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Turkish business leader slams Ergenekon detainments
"Turkish business leader slams Ergenekon detainments
The Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Turkey (TOBB) slammed on Wednesday the detainments carried out under the Ergenekon operation, and said it dealt a blow to 'human dignity'."
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The Union of Chambers and Commodity Exchanges of Turkey (TOBB) slammed on Wednesday the detainments carried out under the Ergenekon operation, and said it dealt a blow to 'human dignity'."
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Ahmet Hakan: If I will not be accused of committing a crime
"Ahmet Hakan: If I will not be accused of committing a crime
1) Chairman of Ankara Chamber of Commerce, Sinan Aygün, one of the important names detained under the Ergenekon investigation said, 'I am being accused of devotion to Ataturk,'... This reminded me something one girl said, 'If I will not be accused of anything, I say I do not love Ataturk,' on television. When I asses these two incidents together, I summarize them as,' What kind of situation is this? Both to love and not to love Ataturk is a crime.' Of course, if I will not be accused of committing crime."
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1) Chairman of Ankara Chamber of Commerce, Sinan Aygün, one of the important names detained under the Ergenekon investigation said, 'I am being accused of devotion to Ataturk,'... This reminded me something one girl said, 'If I will not be accused of anything, I say I do not love Ataturk,' on television. When I asses these two incidents together, I summarize them as,' What kind of situation is this? Both to love and not to love Ataturk is a crime.' Of course, if I will not be accused of committing crime."
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Turkey speeds up judgment process in controversial Ergenekon case
"Turkey speeds up judgment process in controversial Ergenekon case
Turkish prosecutors had prepared the indictment on the Ergenekon case, signaling an end to a prolonged legal limbo. Dogan News Agency said the court chamber that will hear the Ergenekon case will not take any other cases until April 2009."
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Turkish prosecutors had prepared the indictment on the Ergenekon case, signaling an end to a prolonged legal limbo. Dogan News Agency said the court chamber that will hear the Ergenekon case will not take any other cases until April 2009."
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Turkish media divided over Ergenekon detainments
"Turkish media divided over Ergenekon detainments
Turkish commentators and columnists seem divided over the detainment of more than 20 people, including former commanders, journalists, and business leaders, over their alleged links with a gang that aims to pave the way for a military coup."
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Turkish commentators and columnists seem divided over the detainment of more than 20 people, including former commanders, journalists, and business leaders, over their alleged links with a gang that aims to pave the way for a military coup."
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Turkish parliamentary commission adopts Kyoto bill
"Turkish parliamentary commission adopts Kyoto bill
Turkish Parliamentary Foreign Affairs Commission adopted on Wednesday a bill to ratify Kyoto Protocol, the UN-led global climate pact on cutting greenhouse gas emissions, the Anatolian Agency reported."
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Turkish Parliamentary Foreign Affairs Commission adopted on Wednesday a bill to ratify Kyoto Protocol, the UN-led global climate pact on cutting greenhouse gas emissions, the Anatolian Agency reported."
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Calm urged after Turkey arrests
"Calm urged after Turkey arrests
Arrests included retired Gen Sener Eruygur, former commander of Turkey's paramilitary forces
A senior Turkish general has called for calm after a wave of arrests during a police investigation into a suspected anti-government plot."
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Arrests included retired Gen Sener Eruygur, former commander of Turkey's paramilitary forces
A senior Turkish general has called for calm after a wave of arrests during a police investigation into a suspected anti-government plot."
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Turkish markets rebound after losses, outlook bleak
"Turkish markets rebound after losses, outlook bleak
ISTANBUL, July 2 (Reuters) - Turkish markets clawed back on Wednesday a small share of the previous day's losses triggered by rising political tensions and the detention of high-profile secularists, but the outlook remains negative."
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ISTANBUL, July 2 (Reuters) - Turkish markets clawed back on Wednesday a small share of the previous day's losses triggered by rising political tensions and the detention of high-profile secularists, but the outlook remains negative."
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Terim Commits To Turkey
"Terim Commits To Turkey
Fatih Terim has reportedly committed his managerial future to Turkey despite earlier indicating that he desired a return to club management..."
More:Goal.com - Internationals - Terim Commits To Turkey
Fatih Terim has reportedly committed his managerial future to Turkey despite earlier indicating that he desired a return to club management..."
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The EU's Catch-22 for Turkey
"The EU's Catch-22 for Turkey
Have just spent most of this past week in Istanbul, Turkey where I picked up on various socio-political-economic currents from reading local papers (in English only, the Turkish Daily Press), and just observing the street scenes. I am struck by the sharpness of the divide between the established secular system and the rising Islamist movement."
More:EconoSpeak: The EU's Catch-22 for Turkey
Have just spent most of this past week in Istanbul, Turkey where I picked up on various socio-political-economic currents from reading local papers (in English only, the Turkish Daily Press), and just observing the street scenes. I am struck by the sharpness of the divide between the established secular system and the rising Islamist movement."
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Tuesday, July 01, 2008
Turkey and The United States
"Turkey and The United States
Turkish Foreign Policy in an Age of Uncertainty, Chapter Seven
By: F. Stephen Larrabee, Ian O. Lesser
The relationship with the United States has been a key aspect of Turkey’s foreign and security policy since 1945. Despite fears on both sides that this “strategic relationship” would become less strategic and less important with the end of the Cold War, the relationship has retained its significance for both countries. Indeed, the relationship has arguably acquired even greater significance in the post–Cold War strategic environment—a significance underscored by events since the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, and the looming confrontation with Iraq."
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Turkish Foreign Policy in an Age of Uncertainty, Chapter Seven
By: F. Stephen Larrabee, Ian O. Lesser
The relationship with the United States has been a key aspect of Turkey’s foreign and security policy since 1945. Despite fears on both sides that this “strategic relationship” would become less strategic and less important with the end of the Cold War, the relationship has retained its significance for both countries. Indeed, the relationship has arguably acquired even greater significance in the post–Cold War strategic environment—a significance underscored by events since the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001, and the looming confrontation with Iraq."
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'Plotters' seized as tension mounts in Turkey - CNN.com
"'Plotters' seized as tension mounts in Turkey
(CNN) -- Political tensions rose Tuesday across Turkey as police seized two retired generals, a prominent journalist and others accused of plotting to overthrow the government and prosecutors undertook a court case to ban the Islamic-rooted ruling party."
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(CNN) -- Political tensions rose Tuesday across Turkey as police seized two retired generals, a prominent journalist and others accused of plotting to overthrow the government and prosecutors undertook a court case to ban the Islamic-rooted ruling party."
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Turkish police detain army officers, journalists on suspicions of planning coup - Bulgaria and the World news
"Turkish police detain army officers, journalists on suspicions of planning coup
18:24 Tue 01 Jul 2008 - Alex Bivol
Turkish police has detained 20 people as part of an investigation into an alleged planned military coup against the government, daily Hurriyet reported on July 1.
The arrests come on the same day that chief prosecutor Abdurrahman Yalcinkaya was due to present his case in the suit filed with the Turkish constitutional court, asking for the country's ruling Justice and Development (AK) party to be disbanded and a number of its top officials to be banned from politics for a period of five years."
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18:24 Tue 01 Jul 2008 - Alex Bivol
Turkish police has detained 20 people as part of an investigation into an alleged planned military coup against the government, daily Hurriyet reported on July 1.
The arrests come on the same day that chief prosecutor Abdurrahman Yalcinkaya was due to present his case in the suit filed with the Turkish constitutional court, asking for the country's ruling Justice and Development (AK) party to be disbanded and a number of its top officials to be banned from politics for a period of five years."
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Differences between the EU and Turkey greatly exaggerated
"Differences between the EU and Turkey greatly exaggerated
Semih Akcomak | Jul 1, 2008
Historical perceptions negative about the Turk
In discussions on Turkey’s membership of the European Union the cultural differences between Turkey and the EU-member states are greatly exaggerated. Empirical research shows that Turkey is not significantly different from other European countries. This short piece argues that there is no solid argument to block Turkey’s membership and EU dithering on this issue confirms its insincerity, which is rooted in a long history of negative perceptions about Turkey."
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Semih Akcomak | Jul 1, 2008
Historical perceptions negative about the Turk
In discussions on Turkey’s membership of the European Union the cultural differences between Turkey and the EU-member states are greatly exaggerated. Empirical research shows that Turkey is not significantly different from other European countries. This short piece argues that there is no solid argument to block Turkey’s membership and EU dithering on this issue confirms its insincerity, which is rooted in a long history of negative perceptions about Turkey."
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Turkey's stocks, lira tumble on political tensions - MarketWatch
"Turkey's stocks, lira tumble on political tensions
Government critics arrested as ruling AK Party faces a ban from politics
By Polya Lesova, MarketWatch
Last update: 11:25 a.m. EDT July 1, 2008
NEW YORK (MarketWatch) -- Turkey's stocks and currency tumbled Tuesday, as already high domestic political tensions escalated further, spooking investors who rushed to sell local assets."
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Government critics arrested as ruling AK Party faces a ban from politics
By Polya Lesova, MarketWatch
Last update: 11:25 a.m. EDT July 1, 2008
NEW YORK (MarketWatch) -- Turkey's stocks and currency tumbled Tuesday, as already high domestic political tensions escalated further, spooking investors who rushed to sell local assets."
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Pressure Builds for Faster Privatization of Turkey's Power Sector as Demand Grows 5% Annually
"Pressure Builds for Faster Privatization of Turkey's Power Sector as Demand Grows 5% Annually
JOHANNESBURG--July 1, 2008--Researched by Industrial Info Resources (Sugar Land, Texas)--With power demand growing at about 5% per year over the past decade, pressure is building on Turkey's government to privatize the country's power-generation sector more quickly."
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JOHANNESBURG--July 1, 2008--Researched by Industrial Info Resources (Sugar Land, Texas)--With power demand growing at about 5% per year over the past decade, pressure is building on Turkey's government to privatize the country's power-generation sector more quickly."
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Estonian citizens will be able to travel to Turkey without a visa :: The Baltic Course
"Estonian citizens will be able to travel to Turkey without a visa
Juhan Tere, BC, Tallinn, 01.07.2008.Print version
From July 12, 2008 Estonian citizens will be able to travel to Turkey without a visa and stay there for up to 90 days within six months, writes the National Broadcasting."
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Juhan Tere, BC, Tallinn, 01.07.2008.Print version
From July 12, 2008 Estonian citizens will be able to travel to Turkey without a visa and stay there for up to 90 days within six months, writes the National Broadcasting."
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Turkish Lira Declines, Stocks Slide After Alleged Coup Arrests
"Turkish Lira Declines, Stocks Slide After Alleged Coup Arrests
By Ewa Krukowska
July 1 (Bloomberg) -- The Turkish lira fell to a two-week low against the dollar and stocks dropped the most in 3 1/2 months after police arrested 24 people on suspected links to a group allegedly plotting a coup. Government bonds also declined."
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By Ewa Krukowska
July 1 (Bloomberg) -- The Turkish lira fell to a two-week low against the dollar and stocks dropped the most in 3 1/2 months after police arrested 24 people on suspected links to a group allegedly plotting a coup. Government bonds also declined."
More:Bloomberg.com: Europe
WeLove-music: Popular Songs and Dances of Turkey
"Popular Songs and Dances of Turkey
In the middle of the Balkan and Arabian influencies, the Turkish popular music has kept its remarkable independence and originality. More sprightly than the Arabian music and more oriental than the Greek or Bulgarian music, the Turkish music remains at once recognizable its roots are in the Central Anatolia, far away from towns and their occidental influences."
More:WeLove-music: Chants Et Danses Populaires De Turquie
In the middle of the Balkan and Arabian influencies, the Turkish popular music has kept its remarkable independence and originality. More sprightly than the Arabian music and more oriental than the Greek or Bulgarian music, the Turkish music remains at once recognizable its roots are in the Central Anatolia, far away from towns and their occidental influences."
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The Ergenekon operation
"The Ergenekon operation
The Ergenekon operation started with the investigation of 27 hand grenades found in a house in Istanbul last year. Then the investigation widened and transformed into an operation to crackdown on the 'Ergenekon Terror Organization', which allegedly aimed at paving the way for a military coup against the government."
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The Ergenekon operation started with the investigation of 27 hand grenades found in a house in Istanbul last year. Then the investigation widened and transformed into an operation to crackdown on the 'Ergenekon Terror Organization', which allegedly aimed at paving the way for a military coup against the government."
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Analysis: battle for Turkey's soul reaches climax - Times Online
"Analysis: battle for Turkey's soul reaches climax
Suna Erdem, Istanbul
When a senior prosecutor filed a case at Turkey’s Constitutional Court, asking for the ruling party to be shut down and the Prime Minister and President banned from party politics over allegations of Islamic activism, few believed that the Turkish Government was really about to be abolished. "
More:Analysis: battle for Turkey's soul reaches climax - Times Online
Suna Erdem, Istanbul
When a senior prosecutor filed a case at Turkey’s Constitutional Court, asking for the ruling party to be shut down and the Prime Minister and President banned from party politics over allegations of Islamic activism, few believed that the Turkish Government was really about to be abolished. "
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2.9% of the Turkish Cypriot workforce are employed in the free areas of Cyprus
"2.9% of the Turkish Cypriot workforce are employed in the free areas of Cyprus
By Staff Reporter
The Turkish Cypriot daily Yeni Duzen newspaper reports that the number of people employed in October 2007 decreased by 2,028 in comparison with October 2006 and fell to 89,787.
The information comes from the latest Workforce Household Survey carried out by the “State Planning Organisation”, .
The paper says 31.5 % of workers are employed in the “public” sector."
More: Famagusta Gazette
By Staff Reporter
The Turkish Cypriot daily Yeni Duzen newspaper reports that the number of people employed in October 2007 decreased by 2,028 in comparison with October 2006 and fell to 89,787.
The information comes from the latest Workforce Household Survey carried out by the “State Planning Organisation”, .
The paper says 31.5 % of workers are employed in the “public” sector."
More: Famagusta Gazette
Turkish cleric offers food for thought
"Turkish cleric offers food for thought
By Fazile Zahir
FETHIYE, Turkey - It has been a good week for Fethullah Gulen. According to a poll in the British-based Prospect magazine he is the world's number one intellectual thinker."
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By Fazile Zahir
FETHIYE, Turkey - It has been a good week for Fethullah Gulen. According to a poll in the British-based Prospect magazine he is the world's number one intellectual thinker."
More:Asia Times Online :: Middle East News, Iraq, Iran current affairs
Turkish lira weakens 1.3 percent on political woe
"Turkish lira weakens 1.3 percent on political woe
Tue Jul 1, 2008 3:15pm IST
ISTANBUL, July 1 (Reuters) - The Turkish lira weakened 1.3 percent against the dollar on Tuesday, hit by global market moves and political tensions as a chief prosecutor outlined his case to close the ruling AK Party for Islamist activities."
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Tue Jul 1, 2008 3:15pm IST
ISTANBUL, July 1 (Reuters) - The Turkish lira weakened 1.3 percent against the dollar on Tuesday, hit by global market moves and political tensions as a chief prosecutor outlined his case to close the ruling AK Party for Islamist activities."
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Turkish Football: Guru Or Hoodoo?
"Turkish Football: Guru Or Hoodoo?
Joe Soubaih explains why putting Turkey's tremendous Euro 2008 run down to pure luck would be an injustice as he takes a look at some of their past classic encounters..."
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Joe Soubaih explains why putting Turkey's tremendous Euro 2008 run down to pure luck would be an injustice as he takes a look at some of their past classic encounters..."
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Woman sues base station for her cancer
"Woman sues base station for her cancer
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
A woman in Muğla's Bodrum district who recently won her fight against cancer has filed a suit requesting the removal of the base stations that were said to be the reason for her illness, reported the Doğan news agency yesterday. Türkan Akgün, 47, who lives on Atatürk Street, the dead end of Dr. Ekrem Uslu Street, complained about the stations to the district and its public prosecutors four years ago. Akgün pleaded with Bodrum's Civil Court of First Instance to go after three different GSM operators for planting the base stations."
More:Woman sues base station for her cancer - Turkish Daily News Jul 01, 2008
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
A woman in Muğla's Bodrum district who recently won her fight against cancer has filed a suit requesting the removal of the base stations that were said to be the reason for her illness, reported the Doğan news agency yesterday. Türkan Akgün, 47, who lives on Atatürk Street, the dead end of Dr. Ekrem Uslu Street, complained about the stations to the district and its public prosecutors four years ago. Akgün pleaded with Bodrum's Civil Court of First Instance to go after three different GSM operators for planting the base stations."
More:Woman sues base station for her cancer - Turkish Daily News Jul 01, 2008
Partnership invests in wind
"Partnership invests in wind
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
Polat Energy and Demirer Energy partnership, which opened its second wind plant in the Aegean city of Manisa Friday, plans to invest 450 million euros in wind energy by 2010."
More:Partnership invests in wind - Turkish Daily News Jul 01, 2008
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
Polat Energy and Demirer Energy partnership, which opened its second wind plant in the Aegean city of Manisa Friday, plans to invest 450 million euros in wind energy by 2010."
More:Partnership invests in wind - Turkish Daily News Jul 01, 2008
Turkish men's chorus wins award in Varna
"Turkish men's chorus wins award in Varna
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
The Ankara Polyphony Music Association Men’s Chorus, which is made up of men from various professions, won the fourth prize at the Georgi Dimitrov 30th International Chorus Competition, which was organized last week in Varna, Bulgaria. The chorus drew the attention of jury members with the song 'Mavilim'"
More:Turkish men's chorus wins award in Varna - Turkish Daily News Jul 01, 2008
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
The Ankara Polyphony Music Association Men’s Chorus, which is made up of men from various professions, won the fourth prize at the Georgi Dimitrov 30th International Chorus Competition, which was organized last week in Varna, Bulgaria. The chorus drew the attention of jury members with the song 'Mavilim'"
More:Turkish men's chorus wins award in Varna - Turkish Daily News Jul 01, 2008
Sivas massacre will be commemorated in 15th anniversary - Turkish Daily News Jul 01, 2008
"Sivas massacre will be commemorated in 15th anniversary
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
The 15th anniversary of the Madımak massacre will be commemorated tomorrow with various gatherings around the country, including in the central Anatolian province of Sivas, which was the scene of the murder of 37 mostly Alevi intellectuals by Islamic fundamentalists."
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Tuesday, July 1, 2008
The 15th anniversary of the Madımak massacre will be commemorated tomorrow with various gatherings around the country, including in the central Anatolian province of Sivas, which was the scene of the murder of 37 mostly Alevi intellectuals by Islamic fundamentalists."
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Le beaujolais nouveau est arrivé
"Le beaujolais nouveau est arrivé
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
MUSTAFA OĞUZ
ANKARA - Turkish Daily News
Like the much-awaited arrival in France of the new crop of Beaujolais wine each November, today marks the long-anticipated arrival in the European Union of the French presidency, a rotating ritual that lasts six months. "
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Tuesday, July 1, 2008
MUSTAFA OĞUZ
ANKARA - Turkish Daily News
Like the much-awaited arrival in France of the new crop of Beaujolais wine each November, today marks the long-anticipated arrival in the European Union of the French presidency, a rotating ritual that lasts six months. "
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Trend News : Forum of Black Sea Radio and TV Council Established in Istanbul
"Forum of Black Sea Radio and TV Council Established in Istanbul
01.07.08 12:22
Turkey, Ankara, 1 July / Trend News corr. T.Aliyev / The meeting of the heads of TV and radio broadcasting organizations of the Black Sea Economic Cooperation (BECO) from twelve countries including Nushirevan Maharramli, Chairman of the Azerbaijani National Television and Radio Broadcasting Council (NTRBC) was completed in Istanbul. The meeting was focused on to create a Forum to develop cooperation and exchange experience in TV and radio broadcasting. This was told Trend News from the Turkish Supreme Radio and TV Council."
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01.07.08 12:22
Turkey, Ankara, 1 July / Trend News corr. T.Aliyev / The meeting of the heads of TV and radio broadcasting organizations of the Black Sea Economic Cooperation (BECO) from twelve countries including Nushirevan Maharramli, Chairman of the Azerbaijani National Television and Radio Broadcasting Council (NTRBC) was completed in Istanbul. The meeting was focused on to create a Forum to develop cooperation and exchange experience in TV and radio broadcasting. This was told Trend News from the Turkish Supreme Radio and TV Council."
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Turkey's EU hopes in danger as anti-AKP case opens
"Turkey's EU hopes in danger as anti-AKP case opens
LEIGH PHILLIPS
Today @ 09:29 CET
A Turkish court case is to open today (1 July) whose result could bring to a crashing halt Turkey's hopes of joining the European Union.
The country's constitutional court is to hear charges brought by the chief prosecutor, Abdurrahman Yalcinkaya, against Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan and his Justice and Development Party (AKP) that they are bent on undermining Turkey's secular constitution and transforming the country into an Islamic state."
More:EUobserver
LEIGH PHILLIPS
Today @ 09:29 CET
A Turkish court case is to open today (1 July) whose result could bring to a crashing halt Turkey's hopes of joining the European Union.
The country's constitutional court is to hear charges brought by the chief prosecutor, Abdurrahman Yalcinkaya, against Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan and his Justice and Development Party (AKP) that they are bent on undermining Turkey's secular constitution and transforming the country into an Islamic state."
More:EUobserver
Turkey's gang probe widens, more high-profile opponents detained
"Turkey's gang probe widens, more high-profile opponents detained
Two former army commanders, a journalist and a leader of a business group were taken into custody under the Ergenekon operation, as the new custodies revived the debates that the AKP government uses the case to suppress its opponents. Ergenekon operation, which started last year, had geared up since the closure case against the AKP was filed and accuses retired commanders, journalists and opponent politicians with suspected links to an illegal gang which was accused of paving the way to a military coup. Former AKP deputy, Turhan Comez and ret. Brigadier General Levent Ersoz are sought by police as part of the operation, CNNTurk reported."
More:Turkey's gang probe widens, more high-profile opponents detained
Two former army commanders, a journalist and a leader of a business group were taken into custody under the Ergenekon operation, as the new custodies revived the debates that the AKP government uses the case to suppress its opponents. Ergenekon operation, which started last year, had geared up since the closure case against the AKP was filed and accuses retired commanders, journalists and opponent politicians with suspected links to an illegal gang which was accused of paving the way to a military coup. Former AKP deputy, Turhan Comez and ret. Brigadier General Levent Ersoz are sought by police as part of the operation, CNNTurk reported."
More:Turkey's gang probe widens, more high-profile opponents detained
Downer steps down for Cyprus role
"Downer steps down for Cyprus role
By Nick Bryant
BBC News, Sydney
Australia's former foreign minister, Alexander Downer, is stepping down from politics to accept a role as UN special envoy to the Cyprus peace process."
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By Nick Bryant
BBC News, Sydney
Australia's former foreign minister, Alexander Downer, is stepping down from politics to accept a role as UN special envoy to the Cyprus peace process."
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Turkey: Key Meeting on Cyprus Could Have Large Impact on Ankara's EU Bid
"TURKEY: KEY MEETING ON CYPRUS COULD HAVE LARGE IMPACT ON ANKARA’S EU BID
Yigal Schleifer 6/30/08
After decades of stalemate, a new peace process in Cyprus may finally be moving the two sides on the divided island towards reunification, analysts say. But failure this time around, experts add, would create a lasting source of political tension that not only could wreck any hope of Turkish accession to the European Union, but also hamper the EU’s and NATO’s strategic operations in Eurasia and the Middle East."
More:EurasiaNet Eurasia Insight - Turkey: Key Meeting on Cyprus Could Have Large Impact on Ankara's EU Bid
Yigal Schleifer 6/30/08
After decades of stalemate, a new peace process in Cyprus may finally be moving the two sides on the divided island towards reunification, analysts say. But failure this time around, experts add, would create a lasting source of political tension that not only could wreck any hope of Turkish accession to the European Union, but also hamper the EU’s and NATO’s strategic operations in Eurasia and the Middle East."
More:EurasiaNet Eurasia Insight - Turkey: Key Meeting on Cyprus Could Have Large Impact on Ankara's EU Bid
Turkish ruling party put on trial
"Turkish ruling party put on trial
Recep Tayyip Erodgan 1/4/08
Turkey's chief prosecutor has appeared before the country's Constitutional Court calling for the governing party to be closed down."
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Recep Tayyip Erodgan 1/4/08
Turkey's chief prosecutor has appeared before the country's Constitutional Court calling for the governing party to be closed down."
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Malaysia, Turkey comparison
"Malaysia, Turkey comparison
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
It was the former U.S. Secretary of State Richard Holbrooke who defined Turkey and Malaysia as �moderate Islamic democracies� last August, stirring a hornet's nest in Turkey, where the remark caused furious reaction."
More:Malaysia, Turkey comparison - Turkish Daily News Jul 01, 2008
Tuesday, July 1, 2008
It was the former U.S. Secretary of State Richard Holbrooke who defined Turkey and Malaysia as �moderate Islamic democracies� last August, stirring a hornet's nest in Turkey, where the remark caused furious reaction."
More:Malaysia, Turkey comparison - Turkish Daily News Jul 01, 2008
Incirlik becomes major host for American nuclear weapons - Turkish Daily News Jun 30, 2008
"Incirlik becomes major host for American nuclear weapons
Monday, June 30, 2008
A U.S. decision to withdraw its last nuclear weapons from Britain has made Turkey the largest host of American nuclear weapons in Europe."
More:Incirlik becomes major host for American nuclear weapons - Turkish Daily News Jun 30, 2008
Monday, June 30, 2008
A U.S. decision to withdraw its last nuclear weapons from Britain has made Turkey the largest host of American nuclear weapons in Europe."
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Two countries, same problem with separatists
"Two countries, same problem with separatists
Insurgent movements plague the southern regions of both Thailand and Turkey, writes Thanida Tansubhapol in Istanbul
Thailand and Turkey are about 7,500 kilometres apart, and there are many differences between the two countries. But one thing they have in common is a problem with separatist movements, and both movements are in the southern part of the two nations."
More:Bangkok Post | General news | Two countries, same problem with separatists
Insurgent movements plague the southern regions of both Thailand and Turkey, writes Thanida Tansubhapol in Istanbul
Thailand and Turkey are about 7,500 kilometres apart, and there are many differences between the two countries. But one thing they have in common is a problem with separatist movements, and both movements are in the southern part of the two nations."
More:Bangkok Post | General news | Two countries, same problem with separatists
HDNet World Report Wins Cine Golden Eagle For 'Turkey At a Crossroads'
"HDNet World Report Wins Cine Golden Eagle For 'Turkey At a Crossroads'
Weekly news program garners fourth major award this season with a story examining the recent Turkish elections
Dallas (June 30, 2008) - 'HDNet World Report,' the network's highly respected weekly news program, has been awarded the Cine Golden Eagle Award in the Professional News Division for 'Turkey at a Crossroads.'"
More:HDNet - Press Release
Weekly news program garners fourth major award this season with a story examining the recent Turkish elections
Dallas (June 30, 2008) - 'HDNet World Report,' the network's highly respected weekly news program, has been awarded the Cine Golden Eagle Award in the Professional News Division for 'Turkey at a Crossroads.'"
More:HDNet - Press Release
Turkish musicians to feature in concert
"Turkish musicians to feature in concert
Tuesday, July 01, 2008
Ishrat Hyatt
Islamabad
The Turkish Embassy will be featuring three young musicians for their next concert, Gocke Udgal (piano), Musa Eren Iskodrali (cello) and Esgi Karasu (violin)."
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Tuesday, July 01, 2008
Ishrat Hyatt
Islamabad
The Turkish Embassy will be featuring three young musicians for their next concert, Gocke Udgal (piano), Musa Eren Iskodrali (cello) and Esgi Karasu (violin)."
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