Turkey At Post-Kemalist Crossroads
By: Rasim Ozan Kutahyali for Al-Monitor Turkey Pulse Posted on August 5.
Turkey at the moment is a country going through a peculiar transition. We are moving from the former regime, the Kemalist military tutelage, to a new regime — but what kind of a regime will that be? That is the question in everybody’s mind now.
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Tuesday, August 06, 2013
The Istanbulian: The End of Ergenekon Saga... Or Is It?
The End of Ergenekon Saga... Or Is It?
The Ergenekon coup plot trial, considered the most important legal battle in recent Turkish history, reached an end today with severe punishments.
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The Ergenekon coup plot trial, considered the most important legal battle in recent Turkish history, reached an end today with severe punishments.
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Detailed List of Turkish Leaders Convicted in Ergenekon Case | Atlantic Council
Detailed List of Turkish Leaders Convicted in Ergenekon Case
Jorge Benitez | August 05, 2013
General İlker Başbuğ, former Chief of the General Staff of Turkey
From Today's Zaman: Long sentences for Ergenekon suspects, life for ex-army chief
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Jorge Benitez | August 05, 2013
General İlker Başbuğ, former Chief of the General Staff of Turkey
From Today's Zaman: Long sentences for Ergenekon suspects, life for ex-army chief
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Former Turkish military chief’s conviction sparks protests - World - The Boston Globe
Former Turkish military chief’s conviction sparks protests
ISTANBUL (AP) — In a landmark trial, scores of people — including Turkey’s former military chief, politicians and journalists — were convicted on Monday of plotting to overthrow Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s government soon after it came to power in 2002.
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ISTANBUL (AP) — In a landmark trial, scores of people — including Turkey’s former military chief, politicians and journalists — were convicted on Monday of plotting to overthrow Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s government soon after it came to power in 2002.
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Ramadan’s final week prompts reflections from Istanbul
Ramadan’s final week prompts reflections from Istanbul
August 5 2013 by Madeline Arthington, Baptist Press
(EDITOR’S NOTE: As Ramadan, the annual Islamic month of fasting, enters its final week, IMB writer Madeline Arthington shares her hope that Muslim friends will one day celebrate with her before Christ, the Lamb of God.)
ISTANBUL (BP) – “This reminds me of a fusion of the Fourth of July in Washington, D.C., and a carnival,” I thought as I looked out at the thousands of families and groups of friends spreading picnic blankets on the grass and unpacking carefully prepared packages of dinner. Others possessively claimed a limited supply of picnic tables.
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August 5 2013 by Madeline Arthington, Baptist Press
(EDITOR’S NOTE: As Ramadan, the annual Islamic month of fasting, enters its final week, IMB writer Madeline Arthington shares her hope that Muslim friends will one day celebrate with her before Christ, the Lamb of God.)
ISTANBUL (BP) – “This reminds me of a fusion of the Fourth of July in Washington, D.C., and a carnival,” I thought as I looked out at the thousands of families and groups of friends spreading picnic blankets on the grass and unpacking carefully prepared packages of dinner. Others possessively claimed a limited supply of picnic tables.
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Monday, August 05, 2013
‘Ergenekon’ trial ignites clashes between police and supporters of defendants | euronews, world news
‘Ergenekon’ trial ignites clashes between police and supporters of defendants
05/08 18:36 CET
Euronews correspondent Bora Bayraktar reported from close to the courthouse where dozens were given long prison terms for plotting against the government.
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05/08 18:36 CET
Euronews correspondent Bora Bayraktar reported from close to the courthouse where dozens were given long prison terms for plotting against the government.
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CHP deputy Haberal discharged from Silivri Prison following his release in the Ergenekon trial
CHP deputy Haberal discharged from Silivri Prison following his release in the Ergenekon trial
ISTANBUL - Doğan News Agency
Main opposition Republican People's Party (CHP) deputy Mehmet Haberal left Silivri Prison in Istanbul hours after the court ordered his release in the Ergenekon trial verdict hearing Aug. 5.
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Main opposition Republican People's Party (CHP) deputy Mehmet Haberal left Silivri Prison in Istanbul hours after the court ordered his release in the Ergenekon trial verdict hearing Aug. 5.
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Turkey’s Ergenekon trial: Q&A - FT.com
Turkey’s Ergenekon trial: Q&A
By Daniel Dombey in Istanbul
A court in Turkey on Monday began sentencing 275 defendants accused of planning to oust the government of Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan and other crimes.
The case is one of the most politically charged in the country’s recent history – among the defendants were Turkey’s former chief of staff, journalists and academics. Here are five questions and answers about the alleged coup plot, known as Ergenekon.
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By Daniel Dombey in Istanbul
A court in Turkey on Monday began sentencing 275 defendants accused of planning to oust the government of Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan and other crimes.
The case is one of the most politically charged in the country’s recent history – among the defendants were Turkey’s former chief of staff, journalists and academics. Here are five questions and answers about the alleged coup plot, known as Ergenekon.
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How Far Will Turkey’s Recep Tayyip Erdogan Go to Stay in Power? : The New Yorker
The Deep State
The Prime Minister is revered as a moderate, but how far will he go to stay in power?
by Dexter Filkins
Not long ago, at a resort in the Turkish town of Kızılcahamam, Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan stood before a gathering of leaders of the Justice and Development Party to celebrate both his country and himself. Erdoğan, a tall, athletic-looking man of fifty-eight, with a receding hairline and a pale mustache, wore a blue Western suit and no tie. His wife, Emine, wearing a traditional head scarf, looked on from a nearby seat. Erdoğan recalled the milestones in Turkey’s remarkable economic and geopolitical ascent since 2002, and the rise to power of the A.K. Party, as it is known by its Turkish initials. He pointed to the doubling of the gross domestic product; the sweeping transformation of the Turkish state and society; and the leading role that Turkey has come to play in world affairs. “With the A.K. Party, the whole world hears Turkey’s words,” Erdoğan said.
More:How Far Will Turkey’s Recep Tayyip Erdogan Go to Stay in Power? : The New Yorker
The Prime Minister is revered as a moderate, but how far will he go to stay in power?
by Dexter Filkins
Not long ago, at a resort in the Turkish town of Kızılcahamam, Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan stood before a gathering of leaders of the Justice and Development Party to celebrate both his country and himself. Erdoğan, a tall, athletic-looking man of fifty-eight, with a receding hairline and a pale mustache, wore a blue Western suit and no tie. His wife, Emine, wearing a traditional head scarf, looked on from a nearby seat. Erdoğan recalled the milestones in Turkey’s remarkable economic and geopolitical ascent since 2002, and the rise to power of the A.K. Party, as it is known by its Turkish initials. He pointed to the doubling of the gross domestic product; the sweeping transformation of the Turkish state and society; and the leading role that Turkey has come to play in world affairs. “With the A.K. Party, the whole world hears Turkey’s words,” Erdoğan said.
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Basbug: Turkey's moderate ex-army chief | GlobalPost
Basbug: Turkey's moderate ex-army chief
Turkey's former army chief Ilker Basbug, the highest-profile defendant convicted in a mass trial over an alleged coup plot, is a NATO-trained career soldier seen as a political moderate.
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Turkey's former army chief Ilker Basbug, the highest-profile defendant convicted in a mass trial over an alleged coup plot, is a NATO-trained career soldier seen as a political moderate.
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Turkey Court Gives 17 Life Sentences - WSJ.com
Turkey Court Gives 17 Life Sentences
By
JOE PARKINSON and AYLA ALBAYRAK
ISTANBUL — A Turkish court sentenced a former military chief and 16 other people to life in prison on Monday, concluding a landmark case that has divided the nation and come to symbolize the conflict between the Islamist-rooted government and the secularist establishment.
Ilker Basbug, the 70-year-old head of Turkey's armed forces until 2010, was among those given a life sentence along with 13 other military officers, a journalist, a lawyer and a politician for plotting to overthrow the government. Of the 275 defendants, all of whom said they were innocent, all but 17 were convicted.
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JOE PARKINSON and AYLA ALBAYRAK
ISTANBUL — A Turkish court sentenced a former military chief and 16 other people to life in prison on Monday, concluding a landmark case that has divided the nation and come to symbolize the conflict between the Islamist-rooted government and the secularist establishment.
Ilker Basbug, the 70-year-old head of Turkey's armed forces until 2010, was among those given a life sentence along with 13 other military officers, a journalist, a lawyer and a politician for plotting to overthrow the government. Of the 275 defendants, all of whom said they were innocent, all but 17 were convicted.
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Life sentences for 17 ringleaders of Turkey's 'Deep State' coup plot as epic trial concludes with 300 verdicts - Europe - World - The Independent
Life sentences for 17 ringleaders of Turkey's 'Deep State' coup plot as epic trial concludes with 300 verdicts
Landmark prosecution to unravel underground 'terrorist' organisation Ergenekon concludes with scores of lengthy jail terms, sparking anti-government protests
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Landmark prosecution to unravel underground 'terrorist' organisation Ergenekon concludes with scores of lengthy jail terms, sparking anti-government protests
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Verdicts in Turkish Ergenekon Trial Reflect Deep Divisions - SPIEGEL ONLINE
Ergenekon Verdicts: Erdogan Silences Dissent in Divided Turkey
By Hasnain Kazim in Istanbul
A Turkish court on Monday announced verdicts and long prison sentences for dozens of defendants in the so-called 'Ergenekon' plot to overthrow the government. The rulings expose how uncertain and divided the country is.
Ergenekon is the name of a valley in the east of Turkey. Legend has it that the few Turks who survived a disastrous defeat fled there, grew into a strong nation and emerged under the leadership of a gray wolf to found a great empire. Many secular nationalists like the story. The wolf is their emblem.
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By Hasnain Kazim in Istanbul
A Turkish court on Monday announced verdicts and long prison sentences for dozens of defendants in the so-called 'Ergenekon' plot to overthrow the government. The rulings expose how uncertain and divided the country is.
Ergenekon is the name of a valley in the east of Turkey. Legend has it that the few Turks who survived a disastrous defeat fled there, grew into a strong nation and emerged under the leadership of a gray wolf to found a great empire. Many secular nationalists like the story. The wolf is their emblem.
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Blackstone gets EU green light for Dutch developer takeover | Reuters
Blackstone gets EU green light for Dutch developer takeover
By Tom Bill
LONDON | Mon Aug 5, 2013 10:35am EDT
(Reuters) - U.S. private equity giant Blackstone (BX.N) has been given a green light by the European Commission to take over Dutch mall developer Multi Corporation in a deal that will boost its presence in Turkey, a document shows.
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By Tom Bill
LONDON | Mon Aug 5, 2013 10:35am EDT
(Reuters) - U.S. private equity giant Blackstone (BX.N) has been given a green light by the European Commission to take over Dutch mall developer Multi Corporation in a deal that will boost its presence in Turkey, a document shows.
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New York Gypsy Fest hosts Turkish bands
New York Gypsy Fest hosts Turkish bands
ISTANBUL
The NY Gypsy Festival celebrates its ninth year with another outstanding program of performances and a total of eight shows from Sept. 19 to Oct. 5, 2013.
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ISTANBUL
The NY Gypsy Festival celebrates its ninth year with another outstanding program of performances and a total of eight shows from Sept. 19 to Oct. 5, 2013.
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Arsenal FC: Winners and Losers at the Emirates Cup | Bleacher Report
Arsenal FC: Winners and Losers at the Emirates Cup
By
Willie Gannon
Galatasaray have beaten Arsenal to lift the Emirates Cup at the Emirates Stadium. Didier Drogba, so often the bane of Arsene Wenger, returned to haunt the Gunners as his late quickfire brace handed the trophy to the Istanbul-based side.
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By
Willie Gannon
Galatasaray have beaten Arsenal to lift the Emirates Cup at the Emirates Stadium. Didier Drogba, so often the bane of Arsene Wenger, returned to haunt the Gunners as his late quickfire brace handed the trophy to the Istanbul-based side.
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Protests in support of defendants in Turkey’s ‘Ergenekon’ trial | euronews, world news
Protests in support of defendants in Turkey’s ‘Ergenekon’ trial
05/08 13:15 CET
The trial in Turkey over a longstanding conflict between the secularist movement and Turkish premier Tayyip Erdogan’s government has brought a number of demonstrators out in support of those awaiting verdicts, despite a ban on protests.
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05/08 13:15 CET
The trial in Turkey over a longstanding conflict between the secularist movement and Turkish premier Tayyip Erdogan’s government has brought a number of demonstrators out in support of those awaiting verdicts, despite a ban on protests.
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Yedikule: An Istanbul Neighborhood's Bitter Harvest | Culinary Backstreets
Yedikule: An Istanbul Neighborhood’s Bitter Harvest
August 5, 2013, by Istanbul Eats, Comments 1
Foreigners living in Istanbul often say they love the place for its history, while some say it’s the people who make it special. We find life here mystifying for the unpredictable dialogue between the two, the way 15 million or so people reconcile their daily lives with this city’s rich past. To live inside this beautiful crash course is invigorating and, at the same time, a heartbreaking experience. Where else does the elegant silhouette of migratory storks cross a skyline of construction cranes busy laying a metro tube to connect two continents, a project whose progress was stalled by the unexpected discovery of one of the richest underwater archaeological finds ever, a lost port full of ancient boats filled with age-old cargo? Walking these streets, every day we see something so fabulous that it takes our breath away, just as we spot something around the corner threatening to smash it.
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August 5, 2013, by Istanbul Eats, Comments 1
Foreigners living in Istanbul often say they love the place for its history, while some say it’s the people who make it special. We find life here mystifying for the unpredictable dialogue between the two, the way 15 million or so people reconcile their daily lives with this city’s rich past. To live inside this beautiful crash course is invigorating and, at the same time, a heartbreaking experience. Where else does the elegant silhouette of migratory storks cross a skyline of construction cranes busy laying a metro tube to connect two continents, a project whose progress was stalled by the unexpected discovery of one of the richest underwater archaeological finds ever, a lost port full of ancient boats filled with age-old cargo? Walking these streets, every day we see something so fabulous that it takes our breath away, just as we spot something around the corner threatening to smash it.
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Wyndham adds two hotels to Turkey portfolio - Business Traveller
Wyndham adds two hotels to Turkey portfolio
Published: 05/08/2013 - Filed under: News »
Wyndham Hotel Group is adding another two properties to its portfolio in Turkey, including its first hotel in the country outside Istanbul.
The five-star Wyndham Izmir Özdilek, which opens this week, stands at 20 storeys and has 219 rooms. It overlooks the Izmir Bay, within close proximity to the airport.
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Published: 05/08/2013 - Filed under: News »
Wyndham Hotel Group is adding another two properties to its portfolio in Turkey, including its first hotel in the country outside Istanbul.
The five-star Wyndham Izmir Özdilek, which opens this week, stands at 20 storeys and has 219 rooms. It overlooks the Izmir Bay, within close proximity to the airport.
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31 Turkish athletes suspended for doping - Sport - NZ Herald News
31 Turkish athletes suspended for doping
1:36 AM Tuesday Aug 6, 2013
ANKARA, Turkey (AP) In the latest scandal affecting Turkish track and field, 31 athletes have been suspended for two years each for doping violations.
The Turkish Athletics Federation (TAF) announced the sanctions Monday, including that of hammer thrower Esref Apak, the 2004 Olympic silver medalist. His case had been announced in June.
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1:36 AM Tuesday Aug 6, 2013
ANKARA, Turkey (AP) In the latest scandal affecting Turkish track and field, 31 athletes have been suspended for two years each for doping violations.
The Turkish Athletics Federation (TAF) announced the sanctions Monday, including that of hammer thrower Esref Apak, the 2004 Olympic silver medalist. His case had been announced in June.
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Factbox-Turkey's 'Ergenekon' case - World | The Star Online
Factbox-Turkey's 'Ergenekon' case
(Reuters) - Here is a look at the alleged "Ergenekon" conspiracy to overthrow the government of Prime Minister Tayyip Erdogan.
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(Reuters) - Here is a look at the alleged "Ergenekon" conspiracy to overthrow the government of Prime Minister Tayyip Erdogan.
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Stiff sentences for writers, military and political leaders in Turkish coup plot trial — RT News
Stiff sentences for writers, military and political leaders in Turkish coup plot trial
Published time: August 05, 2013 10:04
Edited time: August 05, 2013 13:09
A Turkish court has handed down several life sentences in the ‘Ergenekon’ trial of nearly 300 alleged coup plotters, including for ex-army chief Ilker Basbug and several other ex-top brass, along with leftist party leaders and a journalist.
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Published time: August 05, 2013 10:04
Edited time: August 05, 2013 13:09
A Turkish court has handed down several life sentences in the ‘Ergenekon’ trial of nearly 300 alleged coup plotters, including for ex-army chief Ilker Basbug and several other ex-top brass, along with leftist party leaders and a journalist.
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Ex-military chief gets life in Turkish trial - CNN.com
Ex-military chief gets life in Turkish trial
From Gul Tuysuz. Talia Kayali and Joe Sterling, CNN
August 5, 2013 -- Updated 1306 GMT (2106 HKT)
(CNN) -- The former head of Turkey's military was sentenced to life in prison Monday in the controversial Ergenekon case.
CNN Turk reported that Ilker Basbug, a former military chief of staff, and others were sentenced in the lengthy and polarizing court drama. He is the most prominent of hundreds of people accused of trying to overthrow the government.
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From Gul Tuysuz. Talia Kayali and Joe Sterling, CNN
August 5, 2013 -- Updated 1306 GMT (2106 HKT)
(CNN) -- The former head of Turkey's military was sentenced to life in prison Monday in the controversial Ergenekon case.
CNN Turk reported that Ilker Basbug, a former military chief of staff, and others were sentenced in the lengthy and polarizing court drama. He is the most prominent of hundreds of people accused of trying to overthrow the government.
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Turkish lira steady after inflation data meets forecasts | Reuters
Turkish lira steady after inflation data meets forecasts
ISTANBUL, Aug 2 (Reuters) - The Turkish lira was steady against the dollar on Monday after inflation data that boosted the case for a further tightening of monetary policy.
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ISTANBUL, Aug 2 (Reuters) - The Turkish lira was steady against the dollar on Monday after inflation data that boosted the case for a further tightening of monetary policy.
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Israeli visits to Turkey up 86% in June - Israel Travel, Ynetnews
Israeli visits to Turkey up 86% in June
Netanyahu's apology to Erdogan benefits Turkish tourism industry, with 57,000 Israeli tourists arriving in first half of 2013 alone compared to 31,652 in same period last year
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Netanyahu's apology to Erdogan benefits Turkish tourism industry, with 57,000 Israeli tourists arriving in first half of 2013 alone compared to 31,652 in same period last year
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Egyptian sources say Turkish PM Erdogan supports Muslim Brotherhood - UPI.com
Egypt cancels Turkey PM's Gaza visit
Published: Aug. 5, 2013 at 7:08 AM
CAIRO, Aug. 5 (UPI) -- Egypt canceled Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan's visit to the Gaza Strip because of his support for the Muslim Brotherhood, officials said.
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Published: Aug. 5, 2013 at 7:08 AM
CAIRO, Aug. 5 (UPI) -- Egypt canceled Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan's visit to the Gaza Strip because of his support for the Muslim Brotherhood, officials said.
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DHKP/C threat prompts high security measures: Ergenekon judge
DHKP/C threat prompts high security measures: Ergenekon judge
ISTANBUL
The severe security measures taken at the Silivri Courthose ahead of Ergenekon verdict trial were prompted by a tip claiming a threat from the outlawed Revolutionary People’s Liberation Party/Front (DHKP/C), according to Anadolu Agency.
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ISTANBUL
The severe security measures taken at the Silivri Courthose ahead of Ergenekon verdict trial were prompted by a tip claiming a threat from the outlawed Revolutionary People’s Liberation Party/Front (DHKP/C), according to Anadolu Agency.
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Roger Waters shows solidarity with Gezi Park victims in Istanbul concert
Roger Waters shows solidarity with Gezi Park victims in Istanbul concert
ISTANBUL
Iconic musician Roger Waters gave support to the Gezi Park protests by having the names of the five Gezi Park victims screened on the wall during his Istanbul concert on the night of Aug. 4.
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ISTANBUL
Iconic musician Roger Waters gave support to the Gezi Park protests by having the names of the five Gezi Park victims screened on the wall during his Istanbul concert on the night of Aug. 4.
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Turkish MP says Germany involved in mass protests in Turkey - FOCUS Information Agency
Turkish MP says Germany involved in mass protests in Turkey
05 August 2013 | 09:41 | FOCUS News Agency
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Sofia. Chairperson of Turkay’s Parliamentary Committee on Constitution and MP with the ruling Justice and Development Party, Burhan Kuzu, suspects that Germany is involved in the inciting of the mass protests in Turkey, which kicked off with a tent camp in the Gezi Park at the Taksim Square in Istanbul, CNN Turk reported.
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05 August 2013 | 09:41 | FOCUS News Agency
Home / Southeast Europe and Balkans
Sofia. Chairperson of Turkay’s Parliamentary Committee on Constitution and MP with the ruling Justice and Development Party, Burhan Kuzu, suspects that Germany is involved in the inciting of the mass protests in Turkey, which kicked off with a tent camp in the Gezi Park at the Taksim Square in Istanbul, CNN Turk reported.
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How not to win friends: Turkey’s foreign policy falls apart - Alarabiya.net English | Front Page
How not to win friends: Turkey’s foreign policy falls apart
Monday, 5 August 2013
Mahir Zeynalov
Over dinner a few days ago, as a group of Turkish journalists, we tried to count how many friends of Turkey were left in the region following more than two years of uprisings that rocked the Arab world. One said Somalia was still a friend, while another suggested Tunisia. Hardly anyone could mention a third country that has good ties with Turkey.
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Monday, 5 August 2013
Mahir Zeynalov
Over dinner a few days ago, as a group of Turkish journalists, we tried to count how many friends of Turkey were left in the region following more than two years of uprisings that rocked the Arab world. One said Somalia was still a friend, while another suggested Tunisia. Hardly anyone could mention a third country that has good ties with Turkey.
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Tourism: Istanbul voted 'Number One' city in Europe - Tourism - ANSAMed.it
Tourism: Istanbul voted 'Number One' city in Europe
05 August, 10:01
(ANSAmed) - ANKARA, AUGUST 5 - Istanbul has been named the number one city in Europe in the international tourist magazine Travel & Leisure's "World's Best Awards 2013" as Turkish media reported.
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05 August, 10:01
(ANSAmed) - ANKARA, AUGUST 5 - Istanbul has been named the number one city in Europe in the international tourist magazine Travel & Leisure's "World's Best Awards 2013" as Turkish media reported.
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Toshiba to Strengthen Power System Business in Turkey - WSJ.com
Toshiba to Strengthen Power System Business in Turkey
TOKYO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--August 05, 2013--
Toshiba Corporation (TOKYO:6502) today announced the start of operations of Toshiba Infrastructure and Electronics A.S. (TAET), a wholly owned sales subsidiary based in Istanbul, Turkey. TAET replaces a former marketing subsidiary established in September 2010 and is responsible for boosting sales promotions of thermal, hydro, wind and solar photovoltaic power systems in Turkey and the surrounding region.
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TOKYO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--August 05, 2013--
Toshiba Corporation (TOKYO:6502) today announced the start of operations of Toshiba Infrastructure and Electronics A.S. (TAET), a wholly owned sales subsidiary based in Istanbul, Turkey. TAET replaces a former marketing subsidiary established in September 2010 and is responsible for boosting sales promotions of thermal, hydro, wind and solar photovoltaic power systems in Turkey and the surrounding region.
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Turkish Media is Biased, and Not Just Towards Erdogan
Turkish Media is Biased, and Not Just Towards Erdogan
Merve Tahiroglu
On July 21, Turkish journalist Yavuz Baydar published an article titled "In Turkey, Media Bosses are Undermining Democracy" in the New York Times. The following Tuesday, he was fired from Sabah, the daily newspaper in Turkey for which he was an ombudsman, proving the very point he had made in the article. Press freedom in Turkey has suffered greatly in the past decade for several reasons related to government policies. Baydar's article, however, highlights a much deeper problem with the freedom of press in Turkey that is related to its basic media model.
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Merve Tahiroglu
On July 21, Turkish journalist Yavuz Baydar published an article titled "In Turkey, Media Bosses are Undermining Democracy" in the New York Times. The following Tuesday, he was fired from Sabah, the daily newspaper in Turkey for which he was an ombudsman, proving the very point he had made in the article. Press freedom in Turkey has suffered greatly in the past decade for several reasons related to government policies. Baydar's article, however, highlights a much deeper problem with the freedom of press in Turkey that is related to its basic media model.
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RIGHTS - Court announces verdicts in Turkey's Ergenekon coup plot trial
Court announces verdicts in Turkey's Ergenekon coup plot trial
ISTANBUL
Turkey's former Chief of General Staff İlker Başbuğ was sentenced to life in prison as an Istanbul court handed down severe punishments to the suspects in the Ergenekon coup plot trial.
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ISTANBUL
Turkey's former Chief of General Staff İlker Başbuğ was sentenced to life in prison as an Istanbul court handed down severe punishments to the suspects in the Ergenekon coup plot trial.
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Turkey's Cappadocia features in state-of-the-art film
Turkey's Cappadocia features in state-of-the-art film
NEVŞEHİR - Anadolu Agency
A South Korean production company has made a 3-D documentary film of Cappadocia as part of a project to promote 4K televisions.
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NEVŞEHİR - Anadolu Agency
A South Korean production company has made a 3-D documentary film of Cappadocia as part of a project to promote 4K televisions.
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Turkey: A museum of innocence, and gilt - Travel - NZ Herald News
Turkey: A museum of innocence, and gilt
By Ewan McDonald
There's a game I play when at a loose end in a new city, although this was Istanbul, and cities don't come much older than that.
Go to the nearest metro station. Get on the next train or tram that arrives. Think of a number - say four - and get off at the fourth stop. Then choose the most interesting-looking street to explore.
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By Ewan McDonald
There's a game I play when at a loose end in a new city, although this was Istanbul, and cities don't come much older than that.
Go to the nearest metro station. Get on the next train or tram that arrives. Think of a number - say four - and get off at the fourth stop. Then choose the most interesting-looking street to explore.
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YUSUF KANLI - Egypt and Turkey; a matter of style
Egypt and Turkey; a matter of style
What might be the difference between the mentality that managed to consider “marriage right” for nine-year-old or even younger girls and the mentality that sees in him the right to impose everything on everyone because “national will” would perhaps have wanted so?
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What might be the difference between the mentality that managed to consider “marriage right” for nine-year-old or even younger girls and the mentality that sees in him the right to impose everything on everyone because “national will” would perhaps have wanted so?
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Turkey: Ideology in Foreign Policy - Al-Monitor: the Pulse of the Middle East
Turkey: Ideology in Foreign Policy
By: Baskin Oran Translated from Radikal (Turkey).
Following the outbreak of the Arab Spring, Turkey based its foreign policy on ideological concerns to gain regional allies, yet ended up damaging many of its ties in the region.
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By: Baskin Oran Translated from Radikal (Turkey).
Following the outbreak of the Arab Spring, Turkey based its foreign policy on ideological concerns to gain regional allies, yet ended up damaging many of its ties in the region.
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What Has Changed In Turkey’s Northern Syria Policy? - Al-Monitor: the Pulse of the Middle East
What Has Changed In Turkey’s Northern Syria Policy?
At first glance, two developments concerning northern Syria create the impression of a major shift in Turkey’s policy.
First, Salih Muslim, head of the Democratic Union Party (PYD), which has organic links with the Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK), was invited to Istanbul and held talks with Turkish officials for two days. Second, the Turkish government displayed a critical attitude for the first time toward the radical Islamist Jabhat al-Nusra.
More:What Has Changed In Turkey’s Northern Syria Policy? - Al-Monitor: the Pulse of the Middle East
At first glance, two developments concerning northern Syria create the impression of a major shift in Turkey’s policy.
First, Salih Muslim, head of the Democratic Union Party (PYD), which has organic links with the Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK), was invited to Istanbul and held talks with Turkish officials for two days. Second, the Turkish government displayed a critical attitude for the first time toward the radical Islamist Jabhat al-Nusra.
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Turkey: Tourism Statistics Show That the Industry Is Booming | .TR
TURKEY: STATISTICS SHOW TOURISM BOOM
According to statistics released by the Turkish Statistical Institute, the travel and tourism industry is booming. This comes as a surprise in light of the many protests that have rocked the country in the recent past.
The tourism industry has reported income of $8.68 billion in the second quarter of 2013. In comparison to the second quarter of 2012, this is a 22.8% increase. 84.6% of this income was from foreign visitors while the rest was obtained from Turkish citizens living abroad.
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According to statistics released by the Turkish Statistical Institute, the travel and tourism industry is booming. This comes as a surprise in light of the many protests that have rocked the country in the recent past.
The tourism industry has reported income of $8.68 billion in the second quarter of 2013. In comparison to the second quarter of 2012, this is a 22.8% increase. 84.6% of this income was from foreign visitors while the rest was obtained from Turkish citizens living abroad.
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Sunday, August 04, 2013
Ergenekon verdict conditions ‘unseen under martial law,’ says former chief of general staff
Ergenekon verdict conditions ‘unseen under martial law,’ says former chief of general staff
ISTANBUL – Doğan News Agency
Former Chief of General Staff Gen. İlker Başbuğ, an imprisoned suspect in the Ergenekon coup plot case, slammed the attendance ban ahead of the verdict hearing scheduled Aug. 5 which he describe as “unseen even under martial law.”
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ISTANBUL – Doğan News Agency
Former Chief of General Staff Gen. İlker Başbuğ, an imprisoned suspect in the Ergenekon coup plot case, slammed the attendance ban ahead of the verdict hearing scheduled Aug. 5 which he describe as “unseen even under martial law.”
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How do Turkish citizens participate in decision-making ? | openDemocracy
How do Turkish citizens participate in decision-making ?
Semanur Karaman 4 August 2013
The Gezi Protests have shown us that the Turkish government must urgently adopt concrete mechanisms to ensure citizen participation in decision-making processes. Can the EU help?
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Semanur Karaman 4 August 2013
The Gezi Protests have shown us that the Turkish government must urgently adopt concrete mechanisms to ensure citizen participation in decision-making processes. Can the EU help?
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Turkey begins test run for tunnel linking Asia, Europe - WORLD - Globaltimes.cn
Turkey begins test run for tunnel linking Asia, Europe
Xinhua | 2013-8-4 21:42:25
By Agencies
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan attended the ceremony for the Marmaray tunnel, which is due to open on October 29, the 90th anniversary of the founding of the Republic of Turkey.
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Xinhua | 2013-8-4 21:42:25
By Agencies
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan attended the ceremony for the Marmaray tunnel, which is due to open on October 29, the 90th anniversary of the founding of the Republic of Turkey.
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Turkish Police Disperse Istanbul Opposition Protest, Several Injured
Turkish Police Disperse Istanbul Opposition Protest, Several Injured
August 03, 2013
Turkish police have fired tear gas and water cannon to disperse hundreds of anti-government protesters in central Istanbul, injuring and detaining several demonstrators.
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August 03, 2013
Turkish police have fired tear gas and water cannon to disperse hundreds of anti-government protesters in central Istanbul, injuring and detaining several demonstrators.
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Turkey's lack of democracy is storing up problems | Observer editorial | Comment is free | The Observer
Turkey's lack of democracy is storing up problems
Prime Minister Erdogan has much to boast about, but the vision of hope is fading fast
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Prime Minister Erdogan has much to boast about, but the vision of hope is fading fast
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Behind the Scenes: Saudi-Turkish Rift Escalating on Region Leadership
Behind the Scenes: Saudi-Turkish Rift Escalating on Region Leadership
The escalating rift between Saudi Arabia and Turkey hit unprecedented level, especially after the Riyadh went into direct confrontation with the Muslim brotherhood group in Egypt supported by the Ankara. Some established sources expressed concerns the political clash between the two countries might get even worse with the Saudi attempts to take the leadership in the region which was a Turkish privilege until recently.
more:Behind the Scenes: Saudi-Turkish Rift Escalating on Region Leadership
The escalating rift between Saudi Arabia and Turkey hit unprecedented level, especially after the Riyadh went into direct confrontation with the Muslim brotherhood group in Egypt supported by the Ankara. Some established sources expressed concerns the political clash between the two countries might get even worse with the Saudi attempts to take the leadership in the region which was a Turkish privilege until recently.
more:Behind the Scenes: Saudi-Turkish Rift Escalating on Region Leadership
Buoyant Turkish market attracts exhibitors | ConstructionWeekOnline.com
Buoyant Turkish market attracts exhibitors
on Aug 4, 2013
The organisers of one of the biggest floorcoverings exhibitions in the region have said that they are already experiencing sold bookings four months ahead of its opening due to the strength of the local market.
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on Aug 4, 2013
The organisers of one of the biggest floorcoverings exhibitions in the region have said that they are already experiencing sold bookings four months ahead of its opening due to the strength of the local market.
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Olympics Features: Istanbul voted No. 1 city in Europe by Travel + Leisure boosting Olympic Bid
Istanbul voted No. 1 city in Europe by Travel + Leisure boosting Olympic Bid
(SFC) Travel + Leisure named Istanbul the No. 1 city in Europe in its “World’s Best Awards 2013,” padding the Turkish city’s credentials in its mission to host the 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Summer Games.
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(SFC) Travel + Leisure named Istanbul the No. 1 city in Europe in its “World’s Best Awards 2013,” padding the Turkish city’s credentials in its mission to host the 2020 Olympic and Paralympic Summer Games.
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Saturday, August 03, 2013
A foodie eats her way across Istanbul - latimes.com
A foodie eats her way across Istanbul
From simit to kofte to doner kebab to lokum, the city is stuffed to bursting with fantastic food finds. Here's a platter full of Turkish delights.
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From simit to kofte to doner kebab to lokum, the city is stuffed to bursting with fantastic food finds. Here's a platter full of Turkish delights.
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Dutch Rabobank enters Turkey’s banking market
Dutch Rabobank enters Turkey’s banking market
ANKARA – Anadolu Agency
Turkey’s banking regulator has approved the establishment of a deposit bank that will have the Dutch Rabobank group as the controlling shareholder.
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ANKARA – Anadolu Agency
Turkey’s banking regulator has approved the establishment of a deposit bank that will have the Dutch Rabobank group as the controlling shareholder.
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Turkey in military shake-up | eNCA
Turkey in military shake-up
Saturday 3 August 2013 - 7:53 PM
TURKEY, Ankara :Turkey's Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan (C) opposition NAC leader Devlet Bahceli (L), and new land forces Chief General Hulusi Akar (R) attend a meeting on the latest situation in Syria, in Ankara, on June 24, 2012. Picture: AFP
ANKARA - Turkey's top military council on Saturday appointed new commanders in what observers said was further evidence that the government now controlled the once all-powerful army.
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Saturday 3 August 2013 - 7:53 PM
TURKEY, Ankara :Turkey's Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan (C) opposition NAC leader Devlet Bahceli (L), and new land forces Chief General Hulusi Akar (R) attend a meeting on the latest situation in Syria, in Ankara, on June 24, 2012. Picture: AFP
ANKARA - Turkey's top military council on Saturday appointed new commanders in what observers said was further evidence that the government now controlled the once all-powerful army.
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Turkey - Court convicts provincial newspaper publisher's murderers
Turkey - Court convicts provincial newspaper publisher's murderers
Reporters Without Borders hails yesterday’s conviction of those responsible for the murder of Cihan Hayirsevener, the publisher of Güney Marmara’da Yasam, a local newspaper based in the northwestern city of Bandirma
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Reporters Without Borders hails yesterday’s conviction of those responsible for the murder of Cihan Hayirsevener, the publisher of Güney Marmara’da Yasam, a local newspaper based in the northwestern city of Bandirma
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Turkish court to deliver verdict in mass coup trial - thenews.com.pk
Turkish court to deliver verdict in mass coup trial
By AFP
August 03, 2013 - Updated 1450 PKT
ISTANBUL: A Turkish court will on Monday deliver its verdict in the trial of 275 people including a former army chief accused of plotting to overthrow the country's Islamic-rooted government.
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By AFP
August 03, 2013 - Updated 1450 PKT
ISTANBUL: A Turkish court will on Monday deliver its verdict in the trial of 275 people including a former army chief accused of plotting to overthrow the country's Islamic-rooted government.
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A Byzantine baptism of foam and fire
A Byzantine baptism of foam and fire
Date
August 3, 2013
Anson Cameron
Only once before had I been shaved by a man. I was having veins removed from my right leg and before the operation a gaunt teenager appeared with a razor and shaved that leg and exactly half my pubes. I have no way of knowing if he was an employee of the hospital or a freelancer, a lout wandering the ward with his own razor and humour. But in theatre as I went under I saw the nurse lean towards my crotch with an Attenborough-ish fascination that let me know my dexter defoliation was the plumage of an unforeseen genus.
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Date
August 3, 2013
Anson Cameron
Only once before had I been shaved by a man. I was having veins removed from my right leg and before the operation a gaunt teenager appeared with a razor and shaved that leg and exactly half my pubes. I have no way of knowing if he was an employee of the hospital or a freelancer, a lout wandering the ward with his own razor and humour. But in theatre as I went under I saw the nurse lean towards my crotch with an Attenborough-ish fascination that let me know my dexter defoliation was the plumage of an unforeseen genus.
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Erdogan’s Crisis With Pregnant Women - Al-Monitor: the Pulse of the Middle East
Erdogan’s Crisis With Pregnant Women
By: Semih Idiz for Al-Monitor Turkey Pulse Posted on August 2.
It is no wonder that Turkish soap operas — depicting a range of issues from equality between the sexes and the empowerment of women, to liberal lifestyles and contemporary forms of leisure — are so popular in the Middle East, where millions are clamoring for more equality and modernity in their lives.
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By: Semih Idiz for Al-Monitor Turkey Pulse Posted on August 2.
It is no wonder that Turkish soap operas — depicting a range of issues from equality between the sexes and the empowerment of women, to liberal lifestyles and contemporary forms of leisure — are so popular in the Middle East, where millions are clamoring for more equality and modernity in their lives.
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Olympic To Be Acquired By Turkish Airlines | Greece.GreekReporter.com Latest News from Greece
Olympic To Be Acquired By Turkish Airlines
By Maria Korologou on August 2, 2013 in News, Transport
According to Turkish media, a proposal has been officially submitted for the sale of the 100 percent of Olympic Air to the the national flag carrier airline of Turkey, Turkish Airlines.
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By Maria Korologou on August 2, 2013 in News, Transport
According to Turkish media, a proposal has been officially submitted for the sale of the 100 percent of Olympic Air to the the national flag carrier airline of Turkey, Turkish Airlines.
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Turkish Media Drifting Toward an Abyss - Al-Monitor: the Pulse of the Middle East
Turkish Media Drifting
Toward an Abyss
By: Yavuz Baydar for Al-Monitor Turkey Pulse Posted on August 2.
Turkey’s bleeding media is drifting fast into an abyss, which may soon become the final resting place of free and independent journalism in Turkey. The crisis at the Milliyet daily, a major hallmark in the Turkish press, deepened this week as editor-in-chief Derya Sazak resigned and columnist Can Dundar was fired in a phone call by the daily’s owner himself. The turmoil at Milliyet had boiled over earlier this year when veteran journalist Hasan Cemal was forced to quit after he criticized Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan and the media establishment. Fears are rife that the political “cleansing” at the paper will extend to other writers.
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Toward an Abyss
By: Yavuz Baydar for Al-Monitor Turkey Pulse Posted on August 2.
Turkey’s bleeding media is drifting fast into an abyss, which may soon become the final resting place of free and independent journalism in Turkey. The crisis at the Milliyet daily, a major hallmark in the Turkish press, deepened this week as editor-in-chief Derya Sazak resigned and columnist Can Dundar was fired in a phone call by the daily’s owner himself. The turmoil at Milliyet had boiled over earlier this year when veteran journalist Hasan Cemal was forced to quit after he criticized Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan and the media establishment. Fears are rife that the political “cleansing” at the paper will extend to other writers.
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DISPATCHES FROM THE EDGE:Turkey: Uprising’s Currents Run Deep. Category: Columns from The Berkeley Daily Planet
DISPATCHES FROM THE EDGE:Turkey: Uprising’s Currents Run Deep
By Conn Hallinan
Friday August 02, 2013 - 09:00:00 AM
For the time being, Turkey’s Prime Minister Recep Tayyio Erdogan—with the liberal use of brutal police tactics and massive amounts of tear gas that killed four people and injured more than 8,000— appears to have successfully crushed demonstrations aimed at blocking the demolition of Gezi Park in central Istanbul and has weathered a similar outbreak in the country’s capital, Ankara.
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By Conn Hallinan
Friday August 02, 2013 - 09:00:00 AM
For the time being, Turkey’s Prime Minister Recep Tayyio Erdogan—with the liberal use of brutal police tactics and massive amounts of tear gas that killed four people and injured more than 8,000— appears to have successfully crushed demonstrations aimed at blocking the demolition of Gezi Park in central Istanbul and has weathered a similar outbreak in the country’s capital, Ankara.
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Friday, August 02, 2013
Media: Turkish court denies retrial to Kurdish rebels’ leader - Trend.Az
Media: Turkish court denies retrial to Kurdish rebels’ leader
Turkish court denied the leader of the Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK), Abdullah Ocalan, retrial and termination of his lawsuit, RIA Novosti reported with reference to TV channel CNN Turk on Friday.
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Turkish court denied the leader of the Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK), Abdullah Ocalan, retrial and termination of his lawsuit, RIA Novosti reported with reference to TV channel CNN Turk on Friday.
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Turkey: Gezi Park Coverage Costing Journalists Their Jobs | EurasiaNet.org
Turkey: Gezi Park Coverage Costing Journalists Their Jobs
August 2, 2013 - 12:54pm, by Justin Vela
The recent dismissals of several high-profile journalists in Turkey are sending a clear message to all those working for mass media outlets: criticize Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and his government's policies at your own risk.
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August 2, 2013 - 12:54pm, by Justin Vela
The recent dismissals of several high-profile journalists in Turkey are sending a clear message to all those working for mass media outlets: criticize Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and his government's policies at your own risk.
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Voted Number One City In Europe Boosts Istanbul 2020
Voted Number One City In Europe Boosts Istanbul 2020
Friday, August 2, 2013 3:15pm EDT GB Staff
Istanbul has been named the number one city in Europe in the international tourist magazine Travel & Leisure's "World's Best Awards 2013".
Voters from the magazine's 4.8 million readers placed Istanbul ahead of Paris, Venice and London in the European category, and the city finished second in the worldwide category.
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Friday, August 2, 2013 3:15pm EDT GB Staff
Istanbul has been named the number one city in Europe in the international tourist magazine Travel & Leisure's "World's Best Awards 2013".
Voters from the magazine's 4.8 million readers placed Istanbul ahead of Paris, Venice and London in the European category, and the city finished second in the worldwide category.
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Turkish track chairman resigns - SuperSport - Athletics
Turkish track chairman resigns
02 August 2013, 16:29
The chairman of the Turkish Athletics Federation has resigned in the wake of several doping scandals that have clouded Istanbul's bid for the 2020 Olympics.
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02 August 2013, 16:29
The chairman of the Turkish Athletics Federation has resigned in the wake of several doping scandals that have clouded Istanbul's bid for the 2020 Olympics.
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First Ankara guide by Netherlands
First Ankara guide by Netherlands
First Ankara guide by Netherlands ANKARA - Hürriyet Daily News
The Netherlands Embassy has hosted a contract signing ceremony for the upcoming first complete English guide to Ankara for tourists, “Ankara Tourist Guide,” written by two foreigners residing in the city.
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First Ankara guide by Netherlands ANKARA - Hürriyet Daily News
The Netherlands Embassy has hosted a contract signing ceremony for the upcoming first complete English guide to Ankara for tourists, “Ankara Tourist Guide,” written by two foreigners residing in the city.
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Protests will flare again, says Turkey's 'Standing Man' | GlobalPost
Protests will flare again, says Turkey's 'Standing Man'
Protests in Turkey may have died down but they are by no means over, predicts the country's "Standing Man", who pioneered a novel form of resistance to Recep Tayyip Erdogan's Islamic-rooted government.
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Protests in Turkey may have died down but they are by no means over, predicts the country's "Standing Man", who pioneered a novel form of resistance to Recep Tayyip Erdogan's Islamic-rooted government.
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Turkey’s Twitter 'Fenos' Work to Marginalize Critics - Al-Monitor: the Pulse of the Middle East
Turkey’s Twitter 'Fenos' Work to Marginalize Critics
By: Pinar Tremblay for Al-Monitor Turkey Pulse Posted on August 1.
On July 25, Egyptian columnist Ghada Sharif penned a rather passionate column in support of General Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, the deputy prime minister of Egypt. Her column drew a heated response in social and print media from Turkey’s pro-Justice and Development Party (AKP) pundits, who expressed awe of Sharif for “seeking to be General Sisi’s fourth wife or concubine.”
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By: Pinar Tremblay for Al-Monitor Turkey Pulse Posted on August 1.
On July 25, Egyptian columnist Ghada Sharif penned a rather passionate column in support of General Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, the deputy prime minister of Egypt. Her column drew a heated response in social and print media from Turkey’s pro-Justice and Development Party (AKP) pundits, who expressed awe of Sharif for “seeking to be General Sisi’s fourth wife or concubine.”
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Helmut Kohl Admits to Old Plan to Halve Turkish Population - SPIEGEL ONLINE
Changing Times: Kohl Defends Plan to Halve Turkish Population
After the discovery of previously unseen documents, former Chancellor Helmut Kohl has confirmed that in 1982, he had a plan to drastically reduce the number of Turks living in Germany. But according to a statement released by his office on Friday, the policy reflected wider debate at the time.
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After the discovery of previously unseen documents, former Chancellor Helmut Kohl has confirmed that in 1982, he had a plan to drastically reduce the number of Turks living in Germany. But according to a statement released by his office on Friday, the policy reflected wider debate at the time.
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MUSIC - British music legend Yusuf Islam attends Friday prayers with Turkish PM
British music legend Yusuf Islam attends Friday prayers with Turkish PM
ANKARA - Hurriyet
British musician Yusuf Islam, formerly known as Cat Stevens, attended Friday prayers with Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan during his visit to Ankara on Aug. 2, according to daily Hurriyet.
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ANKARA - Hurriyet
British musician Yusuf Islam, formerly known as Cat Stevens, attended Friday prayers with Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdoğan during his visit to Ankara on Aug. 2, according to daily Hurriyet.
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More demos likely, Turkey's 'Standing Man' tells AFP | Fox News
More demos likely, Turkey's 'Standing Man' tells AFP
ISTANBUL (AFP) – Protests in Turkey may have died down but they are by no means over, predicts the country's "Standing Man", who pioneered a novel form of resistance to Recep Tayyip Erdogan's Islamic-rooted government.
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ISTANBUL (AFP) – Protests in Turkey may have died down but they are by no means over, predicts the country's "Standing Man", who pioneered a novel form of resistance to Recep Tayyip Erdogan's Islamic-rooted government.
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Turkey slams Kerry's remarks on Egypt - Xinhua | English.news.cn
Turkey slams Kerry's remarks on Egypt
English.news.cn 2013-08-02 19:19:43
ANKARA, Aug. 2 (Xinhua) -- Turkish Deputy Prime Minister Bekir Bozdag slammed U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry's remarks that the Egyptian military were not taking over power but rather " restoring democracy," Turkish Today's Zaman reported Friday.
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English.news.cn 2013-08-02 19:19:43
ANKARA, Aug. 2 (Xinhua) -- Turkish Deputy Prime Minister Bekir Bozdag slammed U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry's remarks that the Egyptian military were not taking over power but rather " restoring democracy," Turkish Today's Zaman reported Friday.
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Minorities in Turkey tagged by ‘race codes,’ official document reveals
Minorities in Turkey tagged by ‘race codes,’ official document reveals
ISTANBUL – Hürriyet Daily News
An official document penned by the Istanbul Provincial Education Directorate has surfaced, revealing that Turkey’s population administration system has been recording citizens who have Armenian, Jewish or Anatolian Greek (Rum) origins with secret “race codes.”
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ISTANBUL – Hürriyet Daily News
An official document penned by the Istanbul Provincial Education Directorate has surfaced, revealing that Turkey’s population administration system has been recording citizens who have Armenian, Jewish or Anatolian Greek (Rum) origins with secret “race codes.”
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US Senate discusses Gezi Park protests
US Senate discusses Gezi Park protests
WASHINGTON
The U.S. Senate discussed Turkey’s Gezi Park protests in a panel at the Committee on Foreign Relations on July 31.
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WASHINGTON
The U.S. Senate discussed Turkey’s Gezi Park protests in a panel at the Committee on Foreign Relations on July 31.
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Turkey’s Twitter 'Fenos' Work to Marginalize Critics - Al-Monitor: the Pulse of the Middle East
Turkey’s Twitter 'Fenos'
By: Pinar Tremblay for Al-Monitor Turkey Pulse Posted on August 1.
On July 25, Egyptian columnist Ghada Sharif penned a rather passionate column in support of General Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, the deputy prime minister of Egypt. Her column drew a heated response in social and print media from Turkey’s pro-Justice and Development Party (AKP) pundits, who expressed awe of Sharif for “seeking to be General Sisi’s fourth wife or concubine.”
More:Turkey’s Twitter 'Fenos' Work to Marginalize Critics - Al-Monitor: the Pulse of the Middle East
By: Pinar Tremblay for Al-Monitor Turkey Pulse Posted on August 1.
On July 25, Egyptian columnist Ghada Sharif penned a rather passionate column in support of General Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, the deputy prime minister of Egypt. Her column drew a heated response in social and print media from Turkey’s pro-Justice and Development Party (AKP) pundits, who expressed awe of Sharif for “seeking to be General Sisi’s fourth wife or concubine.”
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TAHA ÖZHAN - The media in Turkey
The media in Turkey
The debate over the media in Turkey is, to a great extent, shaped by the power-media dichotomy – as it should be. In fact, it is impossible to comprehend the media problematique in Turkey without taking a snapshot of power-media relations. When the Justice and Development Party (AK Party) came to power, both the media sector and the power-media relations embarked on a new chapter.
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The debate over the media in Turkey is, to a great extent, shaped by the power-media dichotomy – as it should be. In fact, it is impossible to comprehend the media problematique in Turkey without taking a snapshot of power-media relations. When the Justice and Development Party (AK Party) came to power, both the media sector and the power-media relations embarked on a new chapter.
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Ankara strongly condemns of shooting of Turkish shepherd by Armenian border guards - Trend.Az
Ankara strongly condemns of shooting of Turkish shepherd by Armenian border guards
Ankara has said shooting of Turkish shepherd by Armenian border guards is nothing but excessive use of force against an unarmed civilian, warning Yerevan of dire consequences of wrong moves that may endanger regional stability and peace Today`s Zaman reported.
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Ankara has said shooting of Turkish shepherd by Armenian border guards is nothing but excessive use of force against an unarmed civilian, warning Yerevan of dire consequences of wrong moves that may endanger regional stability and peace Today`s Zaman reported.
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Syrian refugee crisis creating tensions in Turkey
Posted: 2 August, 2013
Turkey (CAM/MNN) ― Non-Government Organizations are increasingly concerned that the international response is failing to match the scale of the Syrian refugee crisis.
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Posted: 2 August, 2013
Turkey (CAM/MNN) ― Non-Government Organizations are increasingly concerned that the international response is failing to match the scale of the Syrian refugee crisis.
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Could Sectarian Strife Spread to Turkey?
Could Sectarian Strife Spread to Turkey?
Posted GMT 8-1-2013 6:32:46
As clashes rage on the Turkish-Syrian border between the Kurdish Democratic Union Party (PYD) and Jabhat al-Nusra, PYD leader Saleh Muslim paid a surprise visit to Istanbul. What is happening in the region? What comes next? What should be Turkey's stance? Can sectarian polarization spread to Turkey?
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Posted GMT 8-1-2013 6:32:46
As clashes rage on the Turkish-Syrian border between the Kurdish Democratic Union Party (PYD) and Jabhat al-Nusra, PYD leader Saleh Muslim paid a surprise visit to Istanbul. What is happening in the region? What comes next? What should be Turkey's stance? Can sectarian polarization spread to Turkey?
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Thursday, August 01, 2013
Turkish authorities seize massive haul of heroin hidden in laundry machines
Turkish authorities seize massive haul of heroin hidden in laundry machines
By The Associated Press August 1, 2013
ISTANBUL - Turkey's state-run news agency says customs officers have seized more than 1500 pounds (nearly 700 kgs) of heroin at a checkpoint on the Bulgarian border.
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By The Associated Press August 1, 2013
ISTANBUL - Turkey's state-run news agency says customs officers have seized more than 1500 pounds (nearly 700 kgs) of heroin at a checkpoint on the Bulgarian border.
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Test runs to begin on Istanbul's Marmaray metro
Test runs to begin on Istanbul's Marmaray metro
ISTANBUL - Hürriyet Daily News
Istanbul’s ambitious Marmaray Metro Project is nearing completion, with authorities planning to begin test runs on Aug. 2, roughly three months before the slated opening.
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ISTANBUL - Hürriyet Daily News
Istanbul’s ambitious Marmaray Metro Project is nearing completion, with authorities planning to begin test runs on Aug. 2, roughly three months before the slated opening.
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Turks Set Off to Build Own Helicopter | Defense News | defensenews.com
Turks Set Off to Build Own Helicopter
Aug. 1, 2013 - 01:44PM |
By BURAK EGE BEKDIL
ANKARA — Turkish procurement authorities have formalized their plans to build an indigenous Turkish helicopter, tasking the country’s main aerospace company with the job, but industry sources and analysts remain skeptical about the feasibility of the program.
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Aug. 1, 2013 - 01:44PM |
By BURAK EGE BEKDIL
ANKARA — Turkish procurement authorities have formalized their plans to build an indigenous Turkish helicopter, tasking the country’s main aerospace company with the job, but industry sources and analysts remain skeptical about the feasibility of the program.
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From the Potomac to the Euphrates » Turkey’s Tendency Toward Grandiosity
Turkey’s Tendency Toward Grandiosity
by Guest Blogger for Steven A. Cook
August 1, 2013
Aaron Stein has argued in these pages that the AKP’s foreign policy is underlined by more realism than idealism. Certainly the party has crafted different policies toward different Arab states. But there’s a larger process at work here that runs deeper than the AKP, and that is the Turkish state’s tendency to think of foreign policy in large, grandiose frameworks conditioned on Turkish leadership. This preference of over-hyping Turkey’s importance has led to short-sighted policies, an inability to anticipate regional and, especially, domestic changes in other countries, and a rigidity that precludes quick enough adaption to these changes.
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by Guest Blogger for Steven A. Cook
August 1, 2013
Aaron Stein has argued in these pages that the AKP’s foreign policy is underlined by more realism than idealism. Certainly the party has crafted different policies toward different Arab states. But there’s a larger process at work here that runs deeper than the AKP, and that is the Turkish state’s tendency to think of foreign policy in large, grandiose frameworks conditioned on Turkish leadership. This preference of over-hyping Turkey’s importance has led to short-sighted policies, an inability to anticipate regional and, especially, domestic changes in other countries, and a rigidity that precludes quick enough adaption to these changes.
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Archeologists claim to have found ‘piece of Jesus' cross’ at church excavations in Turkey
Archeologists claim to have found ‘piece of Jesus' cross’ at church excavations in Turkey
SİNOP - Anadolu Agency
Archaeologists conducting excavations at the Balatlar Church in the Black Sea province of Sinop have unearthed a stone chest with objects said to have a connection with Jesus Christ.
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SİNOP - Anadolu Agency
Archaeologists conducting excavations at the Balatlar Church in the Black Sea province of Sinop have unearthed a stone chest with objects said to have a connection with Jesus Christ.
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RIGHTS - Can Dündar dismissed from daily Milliyet for critical Gezi stance
Can Dündar dismissed from daily Milliyet for critical Gezi stance
ISTANBUL
Renowned columnist Can Dündar has been dismissed from daily Milliyet, adding a new casualty to the list of journalists who left their media outlets in the aftermath of the Gezi Park unrest.
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ISTANBUL
Renowned columnist Can Dündar has been dismissed from daily Milliyet, adding a new casualty to the list of journalists who left their media outlets in the aftermath of the Gezi Park unrest.
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Secret Minutes: Chancellor Kohl Wanted Half of Turks Out of Germany - SPIEGEL ONLINE
Secret Thatcher Notes: Kohl Wanted Half of Turks Out of Germany
By Claus Hecking
Unsealed confidential British documents reveal that in 1982, German Chancellor Helmut Kohl tried to carry out a radical plan. He wanted to reduce the number of Turks living in Germany by 50 percent within four years.
"SECRET," the top of the densely typewritten document reads. Underneath, an official had added a handwritten note: "NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION."
ANZEIGE
It was a controversial plan that the newly elected German chancellor, Helmut Kohl, confided to British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher during her visit to Bonn, then the West German capital. "Chancellor Kohl said (...) over the next four years, it would be necessary to reduce the number of Turks in Germany by 50 percent -- but he could not say this publicly yet," state the secret minutes of the meeting dated Oct. 28, 1982.
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By Claus Hecking
Unsealed confidential British documents reveal that in 1982, German Chancellor Helmut Kohl tried to carry out a radical plan. He wanted to reduce the number of Turks living in Germany by 50 percent within four years.
"SECRET," the top of the densely typewritten document reads. Underneath, an official had added a handwritten note: "NOT FOR DISTRIBUTION."
ANZEIGE
It was a controversial plan that the newly elected German chancellor, Helmut Kohl, confided to British Prime Minister Margaret Thatcher during her visit to Bonn, then the West German capital. "Chancellor Kohl said (...) over the next four years, it would be necessary to reduce the number of Turks in Germany by 50 percent -- but he could not say this publicly yet," state the secret minutes of the meeting dated Oct. 28, 1982.
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Istanbul Ready For ITU European Cup
Istanbul Ready For ITU European Cup
By Press Release
Just seven weeks after a thrilling ETU European Championships in Alanya, the European triathlon calendar returns to Turkey and the iconic and historic Istanbul for a double bill this weekend.
Having made its debut on the circuit last year, Istanbul will once again host an ITU European Cup alongside an ETU European Junior Cup race for the first time.
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By Press Release
Just seven weeks after a thrilling ETU European Championships in Alanya, the European triathlon calendar returns to Turkey and the iconic and historic Istanbul for a double bill this weekend.
Having made its debut on the circuit last year, Istanbul will once again host an ITU European Cup alongside an ETU European Junior Cup race for the first time.
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BURAK BEKDİL - The fall and fall of the Turkish Empire
The fall and fall of the Turkish Empire
Why, the careful observer should ask, did the crowds in Istanbul, which gathered to protest the coup d’etat in Cairo, repeatedly chant “Allah-u aqbar (God is greatest)?” What does God’s greatness have to do with a coup in an Arab country? Why did the same crowds not protest the 1989 coup in Sudan, or the 1980 coup in Turkey? Does God have a different perspective on Egyptian, Turkish and Sudanese coups?
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Why, the careful observer should ask, did the crowds in Istanbul, which gathered to protest the coup d’etat in Cairo, repeatedly chant “Allah-u aqbar (God is greatest)?” What does God’s greatness have to do with a coup in an Arab country? Why did the same crowds not protest the 1989 coup in Sudan, or the 1980 coup in Turkey? Does God have a different perspective on Egyptian, Turkish and Sudanese coups?
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Mothers afraid of pain cannot raise brave children, Turkish health minister says
Mothers afraid of pain cannot raise brave children, Turkish health minister says
ISTANBUL – Anadolu Agency
Mothers who are afraid of suffering pain while delivering children will not be capable of raising “brave” offspring, Turkey’s health minister has said.
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ISTANBUL – Anadolu Agency
Mothers who are afraid of suffering pain while delivering children will not be capable of raising “brave” offspring, Turkey’s health minister has said.
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Turkish Tale Staged in China
Turkish Tale Staged in China
2013-08-01 14:11:38 CRIENGLISH.com Web Editor: Zhao
The drama "Bald Boy, Smart Boy" produced by Ankara State Theatres took to the stage at the China Children's Art Theater on July 27th and 28th.
The play was staged as part of the 2013 Turkish Culture Year in China.
"Bald Boy" is a famous Turkish folktale character. He represents an Anatolian boy who has big dreams while being honorable, helpful and romantic at the same time. "Bald Boy" lives with his elderly mother and is sometimes portrayed as being stupid and na?ve but also sympathetic towards the plight of others. However, a series of ruses help "Bald Boy" achieve his dreams.
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2013-08-01 14:11:38 CRIENGLISH.com Web Editor: Zhao
The drama "Bald Boy, Smart Boy" produced by Ankara State Theatres took to the stage at the China Children's Art Theater on July 27th and 28th.
The play was staged as part of the 2013 Turkish Culture Year in China.
"Bald Boy" is a famous Turkish folktale character. He represents an Anatolian boy who has big dreams while being honorable, helpful and romantic at the same time. "Bald Boy" lives with his elderly mother and is sometimes portrayed as being stupid and na?ve but also sympathetic towards the plight of others. However, a series of ruses help "Bald Boy" achieve his dreams.
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Could Sectarian Strife Spread to Turkey? - Al-Monitor: the Pulse of the Middle East
Could Sectarian Strife Spread to Turkey?
By: Guler Yilmaz Translated from Taraf (Turkey).
As clashes rage on the Turkish-Syrian border between the Kurdish Democratic Union Party (PYD) and Jabhat al-Nusra, PYD leader Saleh Muslim paid a surprise visit to Istanbul. What is happening in the region? What comes next? What should be Turkey’s stance? Can sectarian polarization spread to Turkey?
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By: Guler Yilmaz Translated from Taraf (Turkey).
As clashes rage on the Turkish-Syrian border between the Kurdish Democratic Union Party (PYD) and Jabhat al-Nusra, PYD leader Saleh Muslim paid a surprise visit to Istanbul. What is happening in the region? What comes next? What should be Turkey’s stance? Can sectarian polarization spread to Turkey?
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Olympics: Istanbul win would be historic moment for IOC | GlobalPost
Olympics: Istanbul win would be historic moment for IOC
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) can take an historic decision by electing Istanbul to host the 2020 Olympic Games when they vote in Buenos Aires on September 7, the bid president Hasan Arat told AFP.
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The International Olympic Committee (IOC) can take an historic decision by electing Istanbul to host the 2020 Olympic Games when they vote in Buenos Aires on September 7, the bid president Hasan Arat told AFP.
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Turkcell Breaks New Ground in Turkey with its 4G Speed of 900 Mbps - MarketWatch
Turkcell Breaks New Ground in Turkey with its 4G Speed of 900 Mbps
ISTANBUL, July 31, 2013 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Turkcell TKC -1.75% (ise:TCELL), the leading technology and communication company in Turkey, continues to invest in its superior mobile communication infrastructure to offer its customers future technologies. By raising the bar in fourth generation telecommunications (4G) services, it has opened a new door in Turkey's Internet experience by successfully conducting a test that achieved speeds of around 900 Mbps.
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ISTANBUL, July 31, 2013 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- Turkcell TKC -1.75% (ise:TCELL), the leading technology and communication company in Turkey, continues to invest in its superior mobile communication infrastructure to offer its customers future technologies. By raising the bar in fourth generation telecommunications (4G) services, it has opened a new door in Turkey's Internet experience by successfully conducting a test that achieved speeds of around 900 Mbps.
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Turkish Airlines firms up options for five A330-300s due in 2015/16 - ch-aviation.ch
Turkish Airlines firms up options for five A330-300s due in 2015/16
01AUG2013
Turkish Airlines (TK, Istanbul Atatürk) has, in a regulatory filing with the Istanbul Stock Exchange, stated it has exercised its options with Airbus Industrie (AIB, Toulouse Blagnac) for an additional three A330-300 to be delivered in 2015-2016. In January, the Turkish carrier exercised other options for five additional A330-300s for a 2014-2016 delivery.
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01AUG2013
Turkish Airlines (TK, Istanbul Atatürk) has, in a regulatory filing with the Istanbul Stock Exchange, stated it has exercised its options with Airbus Industrie (AIB, Toulouse Blagnac) for an additional three A330-300 to be delivered in 2015-2016. In January, the Turkish carrier exercised other options for five additional A330-300s for a 2014-2016 delivery.
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Turkey's First 3D Printer Store to Carry Solidoodle 3D Printers | Virtual-Strategy Magazine
Turkey's First 3D Printer Store to Carry Solidoodle 3D Printers
Brooklyn, New York (PRWEB) July 31, 2013
Solidoodle, the value-leader in desktop 3D printers, is proud to announce that its products will be sold at 3Dörtgen, Turkey’s first 3D printer store, located in Istanbul’s Camlica district. The store is set to open September 3.
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Brooklyn, New York (PRWEB) July 31, 2013
Solidoodle, the value-leader in desktop 3D printers, is proud to announce that its products will be sold at 3Dörtgen, Turkey’s first 3D printer store, located in Istanbul’s Camlica district. The store is set to open September 3.
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Environmental Crisis Looms in Turkey - Al-Monitor: the Pulse of the Middle East
Environmental Crisis Looms in Turkey
By: Orhan Kemal Cengiz for Al-Monitor Turkey Pulse Posted on July 31.
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan and his ruling Justice and Development Party have some “mega projects” in mind that could affect the future of Turkey and perhaps the entire region. One of these is the “Kanal Istanbul” project.
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By: Orhan Kemal Cengiz for Al-Monitor Turkey Pulse Posted on July 31.
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan and his ruling Justice and Development Party have some “mega projects” in mind that could affect the future of Turkey and perhaps the entire region. One of these is the “Kanal Istanbul” project.
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Turkey: Critics of Erdogan Claim Familiar Pattern of Reprisal | TIME.com
In Turkey, Critics of Erdogan’s Government Claim Familiar Pattern of Reprisal
By Piotr Zalewski / Istanbul @p_zalewskiJuly 30, 201358 Comments
The fallout from the June protests in Turkey is settling into a growing pattern of reprisal against those dissenting against Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan, critics of his government say. But that pattern may be backfiring, as it is fueling further discontent among Erdogan’s opponents and bolstering their ranks with some of his former supporters.
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By Piotr Zalewski / Istanbul @p_zalewskiJuly 30, 201358 Comments
The fallout from the June protests in Turkey is settling into a growing pattern of reprisal against those dissenting against Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan, critics of his government say. But that pattern may be backfiring, as it is fueling further discontent among Erdogan’s opponents and bolstering their ranks with some of his former supporters.
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Slam slurs by Erdogan, House committee urges Turkey’s Gul | Jewish Telegraphic Agency
Slam slurs by Erdogan, House committee urges Turkey’s Gul
July 31, 2013 2:34pm
WASHINGTON (JTA) – The members of the House Foreign Affairs Committee called on Turkish President Abdullah Gul to condemn anti-Semitic remarks made by Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan and other Turkish officials.
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July 31, 2013 2:34pm
WASHINGTON (JTA) – The members of the House Foreign Affairs Committee called on Turkish President Abdullah Gul to condemn anti-Semitic remarks made by Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan and other Turkish officials.
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Apple moves to open first Turkey office
Apple moves to open first Turkey office
ISTANBUL - Hürriyet Daily News
U.S. tech giant Apple is set to open an executive office in Istanbul, marking the first of its expected investments in Turkey.
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ISTANBUL - Hürriyet Daily News
U.S. tech giant Apple is set to open an executive office in Istanbul, marking the first of its expected investments in Turkey.
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Turkey aims to become brand in thermal spring, hamam culture
Turkey aims to become brand in thermal spring, hamam culture
ANKARA - Anadolu Agency
Turkey ranks first in Europe in terms of resource potential and third in terms of thermal spring practices. Attempting to make use of this advantage, the Culture Ministry will bring a new approach to use traditional thermal springs more effectively with new projects and the establishment of new facilities
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ANKARA - Anadolu Agency
Turkey ranks first in Europe in terms of resource potential and third in terms of thermal spring practices. Attempting to make use of this advantage, the Culture Ministry will bring a new approach to use traditional thermal springs more effectively with new projects and the establishment of new facilities
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Erdogan Takes Revenge | FrontPage Magazine
Erdogan Takes Revenge
August 1, 2013 By Michael van der Galien
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan attends a signing ceNow that most protests have come to an end and the rest of the world is focusing on Egypt rather than Turkey, Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan has decided that the time is ripe for some good, old-fashioned revenge. Turkish style.
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August 1, 2013 By Michael van der Galien
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan attends a signing ceNow that most protests have come to an end and the rest of the world is focusing on Egypt rather than Turkey, Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan has decided that the time is ripe for some good, old-fashioned revenge. Turkish style.
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Senior Kurdish rebel warns Turkey to progress reforms by September | Reuters
Senior Kurdish rebel warns Turkey to progress reforms by September
ANKARA | Wed Jul 31, 2013 10:18am EDT
(Reuters) - The Turkish government must take concrete steps by September to advance a peace process with Kurdish militants or risk a return to hostilities, the co-head of the rebels' political wing was quoted as saying on Wednesday.
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ANKARA | Wed Jul 31, 2013 10:18am EDT
(Reuters) - The Turkish government must take concrete steps by September to advance a peace process with Kurdish militants or risk a return to hostilities, the co-head of the rebels' political wing was quoted as saying on Wednesday.
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Machete-Carrying Man Charged With 27 Years of Prison - Bianet
Machete-Carrying Man Charged With 27 Years of Prison
Istanbul Prosecutor’s Office released its charges on Sabri Çelebi, the machete-carriying man who attacked Gezi Resistance protestors. Charged with “attempting to assault purposefully”, Çelebi is facing prison sentence up to 27 years.
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Istanbul Prosecutor’s Office released its charges on Sabri Çelebi, the machete-carriying man who attacked Gezi Resistance protestors. Charged with “attempting to assault purposefully”, Çelebi is facing prison sentence up to 27 years.
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