Wednesday, October 24, 2007

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"European Parliament debates EU-Turkey relations

MEPs debated EU-Turkey relations ahead of its vote on a resolution which takes place at noon today. Many MEPs expressed concern about freedom of expression and the reform of Turkey's penal code. However, many groups supported the accession negotiations. The House expressed concern over terrorist incursions by the PKK into Turkey with Commissioner Olli Rehn recalling that the PKK is on the EU terrorist list. The European Commission will announce its latest progress report on 7 November."

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