"Turkish Coalition of America Sponsors Native American Lecture Tour in Turkey
Saturday, 31 October 2009 12:22
Washington, DC - As part of The Turkish Coalition of America’s ongoing efforts to expand educational exchanges between the United States and universities in Turkey, TCA is pleased to sponsor a Native American Lecture Tour in November. The tour coincides with the White House conference with the Native American Tribal Nations on November 5."
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Saturday, October 31, 2009
GMR group completes Istanbul terminal
"GMR group completes Istanbul terminal
Pilot project abroad for an Indian airport developer.
Ashwini Phadnis
Istanbul, Oct. 31 An Indian welcome awaits travellers arriving at Istanbul’s Sabiha Gokcen airport. The Bangalore-based GMR group is a part of a consortium that has completed the new terminal here in record 18 months."
More:The Hindu Business Line : GMR group completes Istanbul terminal
Pilot project abroad for an Indian airport developer.
Ashwini Phadnis
Istanbul, Oct. 31 An Indian welcome awaits travellers arriving at Istanbul’s Sabiha Gokcen airport. The Bangalore-based GMR group is a part of a consortium that has completed the new terminal here in record 18 months."
More:The Hindu Business Line : GMR group completes Istanbul terminal
Turkish Airlines buys 3 more Airbus planes | Markets | Markets News | Reuters
"Turkish Airlines buys 3 more Airbus planes
Fri Oct 30, 2009 12:15pm EDT
ISTANBUL, Oct 30 (Reuters) - Flag carrier Turkish Airlines (THYAO.IS) said on Friday it will exercise the option to buy three Airbus A330 planes, part of its ambitious fleet-expansion plans to gain market share in Europe."
More:UPDATE 1-Turkish Airlines buys 3 more Airbus planes | Markets | Markets News | Reuters
Fri Oct 30, 2009 12:15pm EDT
ISTANBUL, Oct 30 (Reuters) - Flag carrier Turkish Airlines (THYAO.IS) said on Friday it will exercise the option to buy three Airbus A330 planes, part of its ambitious fleet-expansion plans to gain market share in Europe."
More:UPDATE 1-Turkish Airlines buys 3 more Airbus planes | Markets | Markets News | Reuters
A/H1N1 flu spreads in Turkey as gov't beefs up precaution
"A/H1N1 flu spreads in Turkey as gov't beefs up precaution
www.chinaview.cn 2009-10-31 23:56:00
by Xinhua writers Wang Xiuqiong, Zheng Jinfa
ANKARA, Oct. 31 (Xinhua) -- Turkey has seen cases of the deadly influenza A/H1N1 surge in the past weeks as the virus spread in the country and prompted the government to take increasing precautionary measures."
More:A/H1N1 flu spreads in Turkey as gov't beefs up precaution_English_Xinhua
www.chinaview.cn 2009-10-31 23:56:00
by Xinhua writers Wang Xiuqiong, Zheng Jinfa
ANKARA, Oct. 31 (Xinhua) -- Turkey has seen cases of the deadly influenza A/H1N1 surge in the past weeks as the virus spread in the country and prompted the government to take increasing precautionary measures."
More:A/H1N1 flu spreads in Turkey as gov't beefs up precaution_English_Xinhua
Turkish prime minister rules out early election | World | Reuters
"Turkish prime minister rules out early election
Sat Oct 31, 2009 7:51pm IST
ISTANBULOct 31 (Reuters) - Turkish Prime Minister Tayyip Erdogan on Saturday ruled out holding a general election before its scheduled date in 2011, dismissing media reports this week that he might bring the vote forward by one year."
More:Turkish prime minister rules out early election | World | Reuters
Sat Oct 31, 2009 7:51pm IST
ISTANBULOct 31 (Reuters) - Turkish Prime Minister Tayyip Erdogan on Saturday ruled out holding a general election before its scheduled date in 2011, dismissing media reports this week that he might bring the vote forward by one year."
More:Turkish prime minister rules out early election | World | Reuters
October Eco-Tidbits from Turkey : TreeHugger
"October Eco-Tidbits from Turkey
Istanbul residents came out loud and strong this month as part of the International Day of Climate Action, but local environmentalists have been seeing advances (and disappointments) on other fronts as well. Once again, we wrap up the latest eco-related news from Turkey, developments that prompted reactions of both "süper" (yep, just like in English, but with an umlaut) and "maalesef" (unfortunately):"
More:October Eco-Tidbits from Turkey : TreeHugger
Istanbul residents came out loud and strong this month as part of the International Day of Climate Action, but local environmentalists have been seeing advances (and disappointments) on other fronts as well. Once again, we wrap up the latest eco-related news from Turkey, developments that prompted reactions of both "süper" (yep, just like in English, but with an umlaut) and "maalesef" (unfortunately):"
More:October Eco-Tidbits from Turkey : TreeHugger
Enel in discussions in Turkey about parternship with Dekar Enerji | Think GeoEnergy News
"Enel in discussions in Turkey about parternship with Dekar Enerji
Enel in talks about a partnership in Turkey with Deka Enerji about a possible partnership that could develop up to 300 MW project and require investments of EUR 750 million."
More:Enel in discussions in Turkey about parternship with Dekar Enerji | Think GeoEnergy News
Enel in talks about a partnership in Turkey with Deka Enerji about a possible partnership that could develop up to 300 MW project and require investments of EUR 750 million."
More:Enel in discussions in Turkey about parternship with Dekar Enerji | Think GeoEnergy News
Trend News: Jewish organization in US states impossibility of worsening relations with Turkey
"Jewish organization in US states impossibility of worsening relations with Turkey
31.10.2009 13:34
Tensions in the Turkey- Israel relations will not affect the deep Jewish-Turkish friendship, National Director of the giant U.S. organization Anti-Defamation League, Abraham Foxman said, CNN Turk reported."
More:Trend News: Jewish organization in US states impossibility of worsening relations with Turkey
31.10.2009 13:34
Tensions in the Turkey- Israel relations will not affect the deep Jewish-Turkish friendship, National Director of the giant U.S. organization Anti-Defamation League, Abraham Foxman said, CNN Turk reported."
More:Trend News: Jewish organization in US states impossibility of worsening relations with Turkey
Turkey flirts with Tehran
"Turkey flirts with Tehran
NATO's only Muslim member is undermining Western efforts to keep nuclear weapons from Iran by expanding its trade ties.
Even as Congress pushes legislation aimed at punishing foreign companies that sell petroleum to Iran, and the United Nations prepares to consider sanctions against that country if an ongoing round of nuclear talks fails, Iranian leaders this week were elated over plans to treble trade ties with a key Middle Eastern power."
More:Turkey flirts with Tehran -- latimes.com
NATO's only Muslim member is undermining Western efforts to keep nuclear weapons from Iran by expanding its trade ties.
Even as Congress pushes legislation aimed at punishing foreign companies that sell petroleum to Iran, and the United Nations prepares to consider sanctions against that country if an ongoing round of nuclear talks fails, Iranian leaders this week were elated over plans to treble trade ties with a key Middle Eastern power."
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US Jewish lobby highlights friendship with Turkey
"US Jewish lobby highlights friendship with Turkey
The ADL National Director Foxman said that Jews have always felt sentiments of deep friendship.
The Jewish lobby in the United States gave warm messages to Turkey amid the recently souring relations between Turkey and Israel.
National director of the New York based Anti-Defamation League (ADL) Abraham Foxman said that recently escalating tension between Turkey and Israel would not overshadow their historical friendship and reiterated the Jewish support to Ankara’s stance on the Armenian allegations."
More:TRT - US Jewish lobby highlights friendship with Turkey
The ADL National Director Foxman said that Jews have always felt sentiments of deep friendship.
The Jewish lobby in the United States gave warm messages to Turkey amid the recently souring relations between Turkey and Israel.
National director of the New York based Anti-Defamation League (ADL) Abraham Foxman said that recently escalating tension between Turkey and Israel would not overshadow their historical friendship and reiterated the Jewish support to Ankara’s stance on the Armenian allegations."
More:TRT - US Jewish lobby highlights friendship with Turkey
US Jewish lobby highlights friendship with Turkey
"US Jewish lobby highlights friendship with Turkey
The ADL National Director Foxman said that Jews have always felt sentiments of deep friendship.
The Jewish lobby in the United States gave warm messages to Turkey amid the recently souring relations between Turkey and Israel.
National director of the New York based Anti-Defamation League (ADL) Abraham Foxman said that recently escalating tension between Turkey and Israel would not overshadow their historical friendship and reiterated the Jewish support to Ankara’s stance on the Armenian allegations."
More:TRT - US Jewish lobby highlights friendship with Turkey
The ADL National Director Foxman said that Jews have always felt sentiments of deep friendship.
The Jewish lobby in the United States gave warm messages to Turkey amid the recently souring relations between Turkey and Israel.
National director of the New York based Anti-Defamation League (ADL) Abraham Foxman said that recently escalating tension between Turkey and Israel would not overshadow their historical friendship and reiterated the Jewish support to Ankara’s stance on the Armenian allegations."
More:TRT - US Jewish lobby highlights friendship with Turkey
Trend News: Turkey has few chances to mediate in Israeli-Arab conflict: experts
"Turkey has few chances to mediate in Israeli-Arab conflict: experts
Despite Turkey's attempts to become an active participant in the peace dialogue in the Middle East, the U.S. will remain a key player and mediator in the Arab-Israeli peace process."
More:Trend News: Turkey has few chances to mediate in Israeli-Arab conflict: experts
Despite Turkey's attempts to become an active participant in the peace dialogue in the Middle East, the U.S. will remain a key player and mediator in the Arab-Israeli peace process."
More:Trend News: Turkey has few chances to mediate in Israeli-Arab conflict: experts
Turkey pursues Iran deals despite economic woes and US reaction
"Turkey pursues Iran deals despite economic woes and US reaction
SERKAN DEMİRTAŞ
ANKARA – Hürriyet Daily News
Turkey has said it will finance nearly $5 billion worth of energy investments in Iran through its future agreements with consumer countries in Europe, ruling out the negative effects of the ongoing economic crisis."
More:Turkey pursues Iran deals despite economic woes and US reaction - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
SERKAN DEMİRTAŞ
ANKARA – Hürriyet Daily News
Turkey has said it will finance nearly $5 billion worth of energy investments in Iran through its future agreements with consumer countries in Europe, ruling out the negative effects of the ongoing economic crisis."
More:Turkey pursues Iran deals despite economic woes and US reaction - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Istanbul Tanpinar Literature Festival to start
"Istanbul Tanpinar Literature Festival to start
Gül Demir and Niki Gamm
ISTANBUL - Hürriyet Daily News
The occasion is the first Istanbul Tanpinar Literary Festival (ITEF). Authors, publishers, critics, translators and members of the press from around the world will have the opportunity to meet, discuss and exchange ideas and discover more about the rich literary voices coming out of Turkey today"
More:Istanbul Tanpinar Literature Festival to start - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Gül Demir and Niki Gamm
ISTANBUL - Hürriyet Daily News
The occasion is the first Istanbul Tanpinar Literary Festival (ITEF). Authors, publishers, critics, translators and members of the press from around the world will have the opportunity to meet, discuss and exchange ideas and discover more about the rich literary voices coming out of Turkey today"
More:Istanbul Tanpinar Literature Festival to start - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Check In, Check Out - Hotel Review - Tomtom Suites in Istanbul - NYTimes.com
"Hotel Review: Tomtom Suites in Istanbul
Admittedly, “Get thee to a nunnery,” Hamlet’s famous insult to Ophelia, doesn’t sound like much of a slogan for a hospitality business. But turn it into a fun-loving invitation and you could have an apt tag line for this cozy 20-suite boutique hotel, which opened in the summer of 2008 in an elaborately restored 1901 building that used to house French nuns: “Get thee to a nunnery! Wireless Internet and Molton Brown toiletries provided!”"
More:Check In, Check Out - Hotel Review - Tomtom Suites in Istanbul - NYTimes.com
Admittedly, “Get thee to a nunnery,” Hamlet’s famous insult to Ophelia, doesn’t sound like much of a slogan for a hospitality business. But turn it into a fun-loving invitation and you could have an apt tag line for this cozy 20-suite boutique hotel, which opened in the summer of 2008 in an elaborately restored 1901 building that used to house French nuns: “Get thee to a nunnery! Wireless Internet and Molton Brown toiletries provided!”"
More:Check In, Check Out - Hotel Review - Tomtom Suites in Istanbul - NYTimes.com
Risking a silent veto from Cyprus
"Risking a silent veto from Cyprus
ARIANA FERENTINOU
If Turkey does not comply with its obligations to the European Union, then it runs the risk of forcing Greek Cyprus to "silently" block its accession to the 27-nation bloc by vetoing entry talks, according to a Greek Cypriot member of the European Parliament."
More:Risking a silent veto from Cyprus - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
ARIANA FERENTINOU
If Turkey does not comply with its obligations to the European Union, then it runs the risk of forcing Greek Cyprus to "silently" block its accession to the 27-nation bloc by vetoing entry talks, according to a Greek Cypriot member of the European Parliament."
More:Risking a silent veto from Cyprus - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
150-year-old hospital endures challenge of time
"150-year-old hospital endures challenge of time
ŞAHİKA TEMÜR
ISTANBUL – Hürriyet Daily News
Istanbul's La Paix Hospital is a standing testament to tolerance in the Ottoman Empire. It is also a poignant reminder of the Crimean War, when French and Turkish troops were treated side by side by nuns who would later found La Paix with the help of Sultan Abdülmecid"
More:150-year-old hospital endures challenge of time - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
ŞAHİKA TEMÜR
ISTANBUL – Hürriyet Daily News
Istanbul's La Paix Hospital is a standing testament to tolerance in the Ottoman Empire. It is also a poignant reminder of the Crimean War, when French and Turkish troops were treated side by side by nuns who would later found La Paix with the help of Sultan Abdülmecid"
More:150-year-old hospital endures challenge of time - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Turkish Foreign Minister arrives in Basra
"Turkish Foreign Minister arrives in Basra
PUKmedia 30-10-2009 12:48:54
In a press statement, the official spokesman of Basra Governorate Salem Tuqi said that the Turkish foreign minister Ahmet Davutoglu and minister of foreign trade Zafer Caglayan accompanied by 150 Turkish businessmen arrived in Basra International Airport on Friday October 30, 2009."
More:PUKmedia :: English - Turkish Foreign Minister arrives in Basra
PUKmedia 30-10-2009 12:48:54
In a press statement, the official spokesman of Basra Governorate Salem Tuqi said that the Turkish foreign minister Ahmet Davutoglu and minister of foreign trade Zafer Caglayan accompanied by 150 Turkish businessmen arrived in Basra International Airport on Friday October 30, 2009."
More:PUKmedia :: English - Turkish Foreign Minister arrives in Basra
Turkey: Kurdish Filmmakers Wrestle with the Future
"TURKEY: KURDISH FILMMAKERS WRESTLE WITH THE FUTURE
10/30/09
For Kurds, a nation without a state, artistic expression in recent decades has tended to have a strong political flavor. Now, however, some Kurdish filmmakers are attempting to break out of the old mold.
The trends, old and new, were on display at the inaugural New York Kurdish Film Festival, held on October 21-25. The lineup included eight feature films, a documentary, and 10 shorts. The focal point of the festival was three works with political themes; Yol, or The Path, which won Cannes Film Festival’s Palm D’Or in 1982 for its portrayal of Turkey after the 1980 military coup; The Storm, directed by the Turkish Kurdish Kazeem Öz, portrayed a group of students who become involved in the Kurdish uprising in the 1990’s; and Yuksel Yavuz’s documentary Close Up Kurdistan, a personal account of the filmmaker’s own return to Turkey from Germany."
More:EurasiaNet Eurasia Insight - Turkey: Kurdish Filmmakers Wrestle with the Future
10/30/09
For Kurds, a nation without a state, artistic expression in recent decades has tended to have a strong political flavor. Now, however, some Kurdish filmmakers are attempting to break out of the old mold.
The trends, old and new, were on display at the inaugural New York Kurdish Film Festival, held on October 21-25. The lineup included eight feature films, a documentary, and 10 shorts. The focal point of the festival was three works with political themes; Yol, or The Path, which won Cannes Film Festival’s Palm D’Or in 1982 for its portrayal of Turkey after the 1980 military coup; The Storm, directed by the Turkish Kurdish Kazeem Öz, portrayed a group of students who become involved in the Kurdish uprising in the 1990’s; and Yuksel Yavuz’s documentary Close Up Kurdistan, a personal account of the filmmaker’s own return to Turkey from Germany."
More:EurasiaNet Eurasia Insight - Turkey: Kurdish Filmmakers Wrestle with the Future
Doc's Talk: Turkey has made a new bed: Iran
"Turkey has made a new bed: Iran
Iran, Turkey Confer on Energy Cooperation
FAR News Agency
TEHRAN (FNA)- Iranian Oil Minister Seyed Masoud Mir-Kazzemi and visiting Turkish Minster of Energy and Natural Resources Taner Yildiz explored avenues for further cooperation between Tehran and Ankara in energy fields. 'Now, we have reached a point that we can say proper grounds have been prepared for the development of (mutual cooperation in) in energy fields,' Mir-Kazzemi said after a closed-door meeting with the Turkish minister at the Iranian Oil Ministry here in Tehran on Wednesday."
More:Doc's Talk: Turkey has made a new bed: Iran
Iran, Turkey Confer on Energy Cooperation
FAR News Agency
TEHRAN (FNA)- Iranian Oil Minister Seyed Masoud Mir-Kazzemi and visiting Turkish Minster of Energy and Natural Resources Taner Yildiz explored avenues for further cooperation between Tehran and Ankara in energy fields. 'Now, we have reached a point that we can say proper grounds have been prepared for the development of (mutual cooperation in) in energy fields,' Mir-Kazzemi said after a closed-door meeting with the Turkish minister at the Iranian Oil Ministry here in Tehran on Wednesday."
More:Doc's Talk: Turkey has made a new bed: Iran
Friday, October 30, 2009
German doctor hails 'Bodrum miracle' - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
"German doctor hails 'Bodrum miracle'
Cancer survivor and German doctor, Gabrielle Büchter, says she owes her health to living in Bodrum, the Doğan news agency reported."
More:German doctor hails 'Bodrum miracle' - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Cancer survivor and German doctor, Gabrielle Büchter, says she owes her health to living in Bodrum, the Doğan news agency reported."
More:German doctor hails 'Bodrum miracle' - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
The End Justifies the Means: Russia, Germany and Turkey - GLG News
"The End Justifies the Means: Russia, Germany and Turkey
October 30, 2009
Summary
European energy supply diversification policy is in contrast between the EU directives and German energy policy decision. Germany and Russia is very much integrated in both upstream and downstream sectors."
More:The End Justifies the Means: Russia, Germany and Turkey - GLG News
October 30, 2009
Summary
European energy supply diversification policy is in contrast between the EU directives and German energy policy decision. Germany and Russia is very much integrated in both upstream and downstream sectors."
More:The End Justifies the Means: Russia, Germany and Turkey - GLG News
AFP: Cyprus peace talks can't go on forever: Turkish Cypriot
"Cyprus peace talks can't go on forever: Turkish Cypriot
(AFP) – 2 hours ago
ANKARA — Turkish Cypriot leader Mehmet Ali Talat warned Friday that peace talks to end the 35-year division of Cyprus could not drag on indefinitely without a timetable.
'We do need a timetable. Negotiations cannot go forever, not even for too long because this will lead to deadlocks that cannot be overcome,' Talat told a press conference after talks with Turkish President Abdullah Gul."
More:AFP: Cyprus peace talks can't go on forever: Turkish Cypriot
(AFP) – 2 hours ago
ANKARA — Turkish Cypriot leader Mehmet Ali Talat warned Friday that peace talks to end the 35-year division of Cyprus could not drag on indefinitely without a timetable.
'We do need a timetable. Negotiations cannot go forever, not even for too long because this will lead to deadlocks that cannot be overcome,' Talat told a press conference after talks with Turkish President Abdullah Gul."
More:AFP: Cyprus peace talks can't go on forever: Turkish Cypriot
'The Museum of Innocence,' by Orhan Pamuk. Translated by Maureen Freely - Review - NYTimes.com
"Lolita on the Bosporus
By MAUREEN HOWARD
Published: October 29, 2009
Orhan Pamuk favors short chapters that lead the reader from one entry to the next, turning back to correct or amend. He is directorial in “The Museum of Innocence,” his enchanting new novel of first love painfully sustained over a lifetime. In 83 chapters, a privileged Istanbul resident named Kemal tells of his obsession with Fusun, a beautiful shopgirl. The story of this ill-fated passion is preceded by a map of the city. Pamuk’s earlier readers may recall the broad sweep of the Bosporus, the mosques and market streets, the Pamuk Apartments in Nisantasi, from his historical and autobiographical book of wonders, “Istanbul: Memories and the City.” Kemal renders all views — the abandoned apartment of his transporting sexual encounters with Fusun, the years of twisting his life out of shape to honor his enduring passion. He writes from Istanbul, not America where he studied, not Paris where upper-crust Turks were acquiring their gloss of “free and modern.”"
More:Book Review - 'The Museum of Innocence,' by Orhan Pamuk. Translated by Maureen Freely - Review - NYTimes.com
By MAUREEN HOWARD
Published: October 29, 2009
Orhan Pamuk favors short chapters that lead the reader from one entry to the next, turning back to correct or amend. He is directorial in “The Museum of Innocence,” his enchanting new novel of first love painfully sustained over a lifetime. In 83 chapters, a privileged Istanbul resident named Kemal tells of his obsession with Fusun, a beautiful shopgirl. The story of this ill-fated passion is preceded by a map of the city. Pamuk’s earlier readers may recall the broad sweep of the Bosporus, the mosques and market streets, the Pamuk Apartments in Nisantasi, from his historical and autobiographical book of wonders, “Istanbul: Memories and the City.” Kemal renders all views — the abandoned apartment of his transporting sexual encounters with Fusun, the years of twisting his life out of shape to honor his enduring passion. He writes from Istanbul, not America where he studied, not Paris where upper-crust Turks were acquiring their gloss of “free and modern.”"
More:Book Review - 'The Museum of Innocence,' by Orhan Pamuk. Translated by Maureen Freely - Review - NYTimes.com
Turkey Addresses its Soft Power Deficit
"Turkey Addresses its Soft Power Deficit
Judah Grunstein | Bio | 30 Oct 2009
Great stuff, as usual, from Yigal Schleifer, on the ways in Turkey's foreign policy ambitions are driving Ankara to resolve formerly taboo issues. For Turkey, the lingering standoffs with Armenia, the Kurds (both domestically and in Iraq), and in Cyprus significantly diminish Ankara's credibility on a number of fronts: as an EU aspirant, as a regional power able to mediate crises, and as a regional authority (in political terms)."
More:WPR Blog | Turkey Addresses its Soft Power Deficit
Judah Grunstein | Bio | 30 Oct 2009
Great stuff, as usual, from Yigal Schleifer, on the ways in Turkey's foreign policy ambitions are driving Ankara to resolve formerly taboo issues. For Turkey, the lingering standoffs with Armenia, the Kurds (both domestically and in Iraq), and in Cyprus significantly diminish Ankara's credibility on a number of fronts: as an EU aspirant, as a regional power able to mediate crises, and as a regional authority (in political terms)."
More:WPR Blog | Turkey Addresses its Soft Power Deficit
Dogan Yayin says receives tax settlement letter | Markets | Reuters
"Dogan Yayin says receives tax settlement letter
Fri Oct 30, 2009 10:10pm IST
ISTANBUL, Oct 30 (Reuters) - Turkish media group Dogan Yayin Holding (DYHOL.IS: Quote, Profile, Research) said on Friday that the company and some units had received an invitation from the finance ministry for settlement of tax fines."
More:Dogan Yayin says receives tax settlement letter | Markets | Reuters
Fri Oct 30, 2009 10:10pm IST
ISTANBUL, Oct 30 (Reuters) - Turkish media group Dogan Yayin Holding (DYHOL.IS: Quote, Profile, Research) said on Friday that the company and some units had received an invitation from the finance ministry for settlement of tax fines."
More:Dogan Yayin says receives tax settlement letter | Markets | Reuters
Turkish officers asked about alleged conspiracy - Taiwan News Online
"Turkish officers asked about alleged conspiracy
By SUZAN FRASER
Prosecutors on Friday questioned six military officers over an alleged conspiracy by members of the armed forces to discredit Turkey's Islamic-oriented government, Turkish media reported.
The alleged conspiracy was first reported in June by Taraf, a Turkish newspaper that printed a photocopy of an alleged plan to damage the reputation of the government by portraying it as corrupt. Investigations into the reported conspiracy were inconclusive because the original document, allegedly signed by a navy colonel, could not be found."
More:Turkish officers asked about alleged conspiracy - Taiwan News Online
By SUZAN FRASER
Prosecutors on Friday questioned six military officers over an alleged conspiracy by members of the armed forces to discredit Turkey's Islamic-oriented government, Turkish media reported.
The alleged conspiracy was first reported in June by Taraf, a Turkish newspaper that printed a photocopy of an alleged plan to damage the reputation of the government by portraying it as corrupt. Investigations into the reported conspiracy were inconclusive because the original document, allegedly signed by a navy colonel, could not be found."
More:Turkish officers asked about alleged conspiracy - Taiwan News Online
Turkey Addresses its Soft Power Deficit
"Turkey Addresses its Soft Power Deficit
Judah Grunstein | Bio | 30 Oct 2009
Great stuff, as usual, from Yigal Schleifer, on the ways in Turkey's foreign policy ambitions are driving Ankara to resolve formerly taboo issues. For Turkey, the lingering standoffs with Armenia, the Kurds (both domestically and in Iraq), and in Cyprus significantly diminish Ankara's credibility on a number of fronts: as an EU aspirant, as a regional power able to mediate crises, and as a regional authority (in political terms)."
More:WPR Blog | Turkey Addresses its Soft Power Deficit
Judah Grunstein | Bio | 30 Oct 2009
Great stuff, as usual, from Yigal Schleifer, on the ways in Turkey's foreign policy ambitions are driving Ankara to resolve formerly taboo issues. For Turkey, the lingering standoffs with Armenia, the Kurds (both domestically and in Iraq), and in Cyprus significantly diminish Ankara's credibility on a number of fronts: as an EU aspirant, as a regional power able to mediate crises, and as a regional authority (in political terms)."
More:WPR Blog | Turkey Addresses its Soft Power Deficit
Turkey denies reports of new trade offer with Greek Cyprus
"Turkey denies reports of new trade offer with Greek Cyprus
DÖNDÜ SARIIŞIK
ANKARA - Hürriyet Daily News
Turkey denies reports that Ankara has placed a new offer on the table to open its ports to Greek Cyprus if the embargo on direct trade with Turkish Cyprus is lifted"
More:Turkey denies reports of new trade offer with Greek Cyprus - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
DÖNDÜ SARIIŞIK
ANKARA - Hürriyet Daily News
Turkey denies reports that Ankara has placed a new offer on the table to open its ports to Greek Cyprus if the embargo on direct trade with Turkish Cyprus is lifted"
More:Turkey denies reports of new trade offer with Greek Cyprus - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Germany's New Cabinet on Turkey's EU Accession: Implications for U.S. Policy
"Germany's New Cabinet on Turkey's EU Accession: Implications for U.S. Policy
By Soner Cagaptay and Rueya Perincek
October 30, 2009
On October 25, a coalition government in Germany, comprising the Christian Democratic Union (CDU), Christian Social Union (CSU), and Free Democrat Party (FDP), formed a new cabinet. The following statements by prominent representatives of Germany's new coalition partners -- voicing both strong opposition to Turkey's EU accession by the CDU-CSU and a milder but skeptical anti-Turkish stance by FDP -- demonstrate the serious challenges for U.S. policy posed by Turkey's push for EU membership."
More: Washington Intitute
By Soner Cagaptay and Rueya Perincek
October 30, 2009
On October 25, a coalition government in Germany, comprising the Christian Democratic Union (CDU), Christian Social Union (CSU), and Free Democrat Party (FDP), formed a new cabinet. The following statements by prominent representatives of Germany's new coalition partners -- voicing both strong opposition to Turkey's EU accession by the CDU-CSU and a milder but skeptical anti-Turkish stance by FDP -- demonstrate the serious challenges for U.S. policy posed by Turkey's push for EU membership."
More: Washington Intitute
Parade threatens PKK 'peace' move
"Parade threatens PKK 'peace' move
A victory parade by returning PKK fighters who were part of a 'peace' group who crossed over the border from Iraq into Turkey last week is threatening to derail a new phase in relations between Ankara and the Kurdish population."
More:Al Jazeera English - Europe - Parade threatens PKK 'peace' move
A victory parade by returning PKK fighters who were part of a 'peace' group who crossed over the border from Iraq into Turkey last week is threatening to derail a new phase in relations between Ankara and the Kurdish population."
More:Al Jazeera English - Europe - Parade threatens PKK 'peace' move
Dutch-Turkish agreement
"Dutch-Turkish agreement
30 Oct 2009
The Turkish Association of Ship Industrialists (GESAD) has signed a letter of intent with Dutch specialist shipbuilding kit supplier IHC Metalix which will see both parties start a feasibility study for a Turkish pre-processing plant for the steel and aluminium parts needed for the shipbuilding, offshore and construction industry. IHC Metalix has its main production site near Rotterdam, which produces building kits for all types of vessels."
More:Maritime Journal: Dutch-Turkish agreement
30 Oct 2009
The Turkish Association of Ship Industrialists (GESAD) has signed a letter of intent with Dutch specialist shipbuilding kit supplier IHC Metalix which will see both parties start a feasibility study for a Turkish pre-processing plant for the steel and aluminium parts needed for the shipbuilding, offshore and construction industry. IHC Metalix has its main production site near Rotterdam, which produces building kits for all types of vessels."
More:Maritime Journal: Dutch-Turkish agreement
Turkish power privatisation negotiations next week-OIB | Industries | Industrials, Materials & Utilities | Reuters
"Turkish power privatisation negotiations next week-OIB
Fri Oct 30, 2009 8:25am EDT
ANKARA, Oct 30 (Reuters) - Turkey will begin negotiations with companies on three power grid privatisations next week, the acting chief of Turkey's Privatisation Administration (OIB) Ahmet Aksu said on Friday."
More:Turkish power privatisation negotiations next week-OIB | Industries | Industrials, Materials & Utilities | Reuters
Fri Oct 30, 2009 8:25am EDT
ANKARA, Oct 30 (Reuters) - Turkey will begin negotiations with companies on three power grid privatisations next week, the acting chief of Turkey's Privatisation Administration (OIB) Ahmet Aksu said on Friday."
More:Turkish power privatisation negotiations next week-OIB | Industries | Industrials, Materials & Utilities | Reuters
Turkey to launch tender for Baskent gas sale - finmin - Forbes.com
"Turkey to launch tender for Baskent gas sale - finmin
10.30.09, 08:51 AM EDT
ANKARA, Oct 30 (Reuters) - Turkey will launch a tender to sell the state-run natural-gas distributor, Baskent Dogalgaz, in the capital Ankara towards the end of this year, Finance Minister Mehmet Simsek said at a conference on Friday."
More:Turkey to launch tender for Baskent gas sale - finmin - Forbes.com
10.30.09, 08:51 AM EDT
ANKARA, Oct 30 (Reuters) - Turkey will launch a tender to sell the state-run natural-gas distributor, Baskent Dogalgaz, in the capital Ankara towards the end of this year, Finance Minister Mehmet Simsek said at a conference on Friday."
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Enel says no decision yet on Turkish partnership | Industries | Industrials, Materials & Utilities | Reuters
"Enel says no decision yet on Turkish partnership
ISTANBUL, Oct 30 (Reuters) - Enel (ENEI.MI) has held preliminary talks with Turkey-based Dekar Enerji over a geothermal power partnership but no decision has been reached, the Italian utility said on Friday."
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ISTANBUL, Oct 30 (Reuters) - Enel (ENEI.MI) has held preliminary talks with Turkey-based Dekar Enerji over a geothermal power partnership but no decision has been reached, the Italian utility said on Friday."
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Turkish women through a Spanish perspective
"Turkish women through a Spanish perspective
Ceylan Yeginsu
Istanbul- Hurriyet Daily News
Carla de la Vega’s first novel, ‘En el Haren de Estambul,’ presents a unique portrayal of women in Turkey. Not only is it written through a Spanish perspective but it strives to break away from generic clichés of women in delving much deeper into the thoughts, feelings and mindsets of its key characters. "
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Ceylan Yeginsu
Istanbul- Hurriyet Daily News
Carla de la Vega’s first novel, ‘En el Haren de Estambul,’ presents a unique portrayal of women in Turkey. Not only is it written through a Spanish perspective but it strives to break away from generic clichés of women in delving much deeper into the thoughts, feelings and mindsets of its key characters. "
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Turkish lira, stocks gain on recovery, IMF hopes - Forbes.com
"Turkish lira, stocks gain on recovery, IMF hopes
10.30.09, 04:46 AM EDT
ISTANBUL, Oct 30 (Reuters) - Turkish stocks and the lira rose on Friday, catching up with emerging markets gains on Thursday when local markets were closed for a holiday, and on hopes the government may still ink a deal with the IMF."
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10.30.09, 04:46 AM EDT
ISTANBUL, Oct 30 (Reuters) - Turkish stocks and the lira rose on Friday, catching up with emerging markets gains on Thursday when local markets were closed for a holiday, and on hopes the government may still ink a deal with the IMF."
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New Turkish Envoy: Israel Must Understand Ankara's Mideast Role - Defense/Middle East - Israel News - Israel National News
"New Turkish Envoy: Israel Must Understand Ankara's Mideast Role
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(IsraelNN.com) Turkey's new ambassador to Israel has appealed for Jerusalem's 'understanding' in his first statement to the media since taking the position earlier in the week.
Tensions have mounted between the Jewish State and Turkey since January, when Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan passionately criticized Israel for its counterterrorist military incursion into Gaza, Operation Cast Lead. Erdogan, an observant Muslim, has periodically continued his verbal sniping at the Jewish State since that time."
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by Hana Levi Julian
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(IsraelNN.com) Turkey's new ambassador to Israel has appealed for Jerusalem's 'understanding' in his first statement to the media since taking the position earlier in the week.
Tensions have mounted between the Jewish State and Turkey since January, when Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan passionately criticized Israel for its counterterrorist military incursion into Gaza, Operation Cast Lead. Erdogan, an observant Muslim, has periodically continued his verbal sniping at the Jewish State since that time."
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Brussels - Turkish Chief Rabbi’s Son Dismisses Charges of Grave Desecration -- VosIzNeias.com
"Brussels - Turkish Chief Rabbi’s Son Dismisses Charges of Grave Desecration
Brussels - Rabbi Naftali Haleva, the son of Turkey’s Chief Rabbi Yitzchak Haleva, rejected claims he and his father are responsible for grave desecration at three Istanbul cemeteries."
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Brussels - Rabbi Naftali Haleva, the son of Turkey’s Chief Rabbi Yitzchak Haleva, rejected claims he and his father are responsible for grave desecration at three Istanbul cemeteries."
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Israel-Turkey: Mending strained alliance | Op-Ed Contributors | Jerusalem Post
"Mending a strained alliance
By ALON BEN-MEIR
Earlier this month, what should have been a multinational exhibit of military cooperation between the Turkish air force and its counterparts in the US, Italy and Israel, became yet another political snub in the growing public rift between Turkey and Israel. The joint exercise, which takes place every few years, was canceled indefinitely after Turkey canceled Israel's participation, causing the US and Italy to forgo the exercise in response. This public rebuff is one of many in a string of events that has shown Turkey's visceral frustration with Israel's handling of its incursion into Gaza late last year."
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By ALON BEN-MEIR
Earlier this month, what should have been a multinational exhibit of military cooperation between the Turkish air force and its counterparts in the US, Italy and Israel, became yet another political snub in the growing public rift between Turkey and Israel. The joint exercise, which takes place every few years, was canceled indefinitely after Turkey canceled Israel's participation, causing the US and Italy to forgo the exercise in response. This public rebuff is one of many in a string of events that has shown Turkey's visceral frustration with Israel's handling of its incursion into Gaza late last year."
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Political fallout from PKK reconciliation? - UPI.com
"Political fallout from PKK reconciliation?
Published: Oct. 29, 2009 at 3:50 PM
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ANKARA, Turkey, Oct. 29 (UPI) -- The reaction by Turkish opposition parties to movement toward reconciliation with Kurdish separatists is creating deep political divisions, analysts say.
Ankara pushed forward earlier this year with a political effort to resolve lingering issues with the Kurdish minority, embracing a series of cultural and political reforms."
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ANKARA, Turkey, Oct. 29 (UPI) -- The reaction by Turkish opposition parties to movement toward reconciliation with Kurdish separatists is creating deep political divisions, analysts say.
Ankara pushed forward earlier this year with a political effort to resolve lingering issues with the Kurdish minority, embracing a series of cultural and political reforms."
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Minister Ben-Eliezer to Turkish envoy: We must look ahead - Israel News, Ynetnews
"Minister Ben-Eliezer to Turkish envoy: We must look ahead
Amid strained relations, Israeli government officials, IDF officers invited to celebrate Turkey's Independence Day at home of Turkish ambassador. 'Our partnership is based on similar democratic values,' trade minister says. Armenian nationals protest outside"
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Amid strained relations, Israeli government officials, IDF officers invited to celebrate Turkey's Independence Day at home of Turkish ambassador. 'Our partnership is based on similar democratic values,' trade minister says. Armenian nationals protest outside"
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Trend Capital: Turkey may supply Iranian gas to Nabucco
"Turkey may supply Iranian gas to Nabucco
30.10.2009 10:27
Azerbaijan, Baku, Oct. 29 / Trend Capital S.Aliyev /
Turkey and Iran signed an intergovernmental memorandum on energy which envisages not only making of the Turkish investment in the Iranian gas projects, but also transportation of the Iranian gas to Turkey and to Europe, as well as transportation of the Turkmen gas to Turkey via Iran. Turkish Energy and Natural Resources Minister Taner Yildiz and Iran's Oil Minister Masoud Mirkazemi signed this document during Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan's Iran visit."
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30.10.2009 10:27
Azerbaijan, Baku, Oct. 29 / Trend Capital S.Aliyev /
Turkey and Iran signed an intergovernmental memorandum on energy which envisages not only making of the Turkish investment in the Iranian gas projects, but also transportation of the Iranian gas to Turkey and to Europe, as well as transportation of the Turkmen gas to Turkey via Iran. Turkish Energy and Natural Resources Minister Taner Yildiz and Iran's Oil Minister Masoud Mirkazemi signed this document during Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan's Iran visit."
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Cyprus downbeat on unification talks
"Cyprus downbeat on unification talks
By Tony Barber in Brussels
Published: October 29 2009 14:25 | Last updated: October 29 2009 14:25
Demetris Christofias, president of Cyprus, painted a gloomy picture on Thursday of the prospects for overcoming the island’s division, saying negotiations between Greek and Turkish Cypriots were making little progress."
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By Tony Barber in Brussels
Published: October 29 2009 14:25 | Last updated: October 29 2009 14:25
Demetris Christofias, president of Cyprus, painted a gloomy picture on Thursday of the prospects for overcoming the island’s division, saying negotiations between Greek and Turkish Cypriots were making little progress."
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EC urges Turkey to strengthen democracy | World News
"EC urges Turkey to strengthen democracy
Thursday, 29 October 2009
In its latest report on Turkey, Brussels weighs in on press freedom and the Ergenekon probe, while praising foreign policy initiatives.
By Baris Yilmaz for Southeast European Times — 29/10/09
Earlier this month, the European Commission (EC) released its 2009 Progress Report for Turkey. With Turkish society deeply polarised over the controversial Ergenekon probe, the assessment from Brussels was highly anticipated. Many hoped the report would provide an objective view of the case."
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Thursday, 29 October 2009
In its latest report on Turkey, Brussels weighs in on press freedom and the Ergenekon probe, while praising foreign policy initiatives.
By Baris Yilmaz for Southeast European Times — 29/10/09
Earlier this month, the European Commission (EC) released its 2009 Progress Report for Turkey. With Turkish society deeply polarised over the controversial Ergenekon probe, the assessment from Brussels was highly anticipated. Many hoped the report would provide an objective view of the case."
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Return of Kurds puts Turkey in a bind - The National Newspaper
"Return of Kurds puts Turkey in a bind
Thomas Seibert, Foreign Correspondent
ISTANBUL // Hailed as a turning point in Turkey’s 25-year-old Kurdish rebellion, the voluntary return of Kurdish fighters to Turkey from Iraq last week has turned into a political headache for the government in Ankara."
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Thomas Seibert, Foreign Correspondent
ISTANBUL // Hailed as a turning point in Turkey’s 25-year-old Kurdish rebellion, the voluntary return of Kurdish fighters to Turkey from Iraq last week has turned into a political headache for the government in Ankara."
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Erdogan’s Visit to Tehran Raises Questions over Turkish Foreign Policy - The Jamestown Foundation
"Erdogan’s Visit to Tehran Raises Questions over Turkish Foreign Policy
Publication: Eurasia Daily Monitor Volume: 6 Issue: 199
October 29, 2009 04:06 PM Age: 9 hrs
Category: Eurasia Daily Monitor, Home Page, Foreign Policy, Turkey, Iran
By: Emrullah Uslu
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s two day official visit to Iran gained the attention of world leaders, because soon after his visit to Tehran he was scheduled to visit Washington on October 29. However, due to his tight schedule, Erdogan’s visit to Washington was rescheduled until December 7. In late September, when Erdogan revealed his plan to visit Tehran, he stated: “I will make a trip to Iran towards the end of October... We will discuss regional problems, including this [nuclear] one” (Anadolu Ajansi, September 28)."
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Publication: Eurasia Daily Monitor Volume: 6 Issue: 199
October 29, 2009 04:06 PM Age: 9 hrs
Category: Eurasia Daily Monitor, Home Page, Foreign Policy, Turkey, Iran
By: Emrullah Uslu
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s two day official visit to Iran gained the attention of world leaders, because soon after his visit to Tehran he was scheduled to visit Washington on October 29. However, due to his tight schedule, Erdogan’s visit to Washington was rescheduled until December 7. In late September, when Erdogan revealed his plan to visit Tehran, he stated: “I will make a trip to Iran towards the end of October... We will discuss regional problems, including this [nuclear] one” (Anadolu Ajansi, September 28)."
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Fashionable Istanbul Show Builds Buzz - Fashion and Design News and Trends - WWD.com
"Fashionable Istanbul Show Builds Buzz
Fashionable Istanbul Show Builds Buzz
by Yesim Erdem Holland
ISTANBUL — Could this Turkish city become “the London of the Middle East” for its neighbors?
Absolutely, said Carla Damario, president of Vivienne Westwood,..."
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Fashionable Istanbul Show Builds Buzz
by Yesim Erdem Holland
ISTANBUL — Could this Turkish city become “the London of the Middle East” for its neighbors?
Absolutely, said Carla Damario, president of Vivienne Westwood,..."
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Turkey Turns Against Israel - WSJ.com
"The Turkish Temptation
The Erdogan government shifts its allegiances to anti-Western Islam.
It's been a decade since Turkey threatened to invade Syria because Damascus was harboring Abdullah Ocalan, the leader of the Kurdish PKK terrorist group. 'We will say 'shalom' to the Israelis on the Golan Heights' is how one Turkish newspaper then described the country's mood, capturing its attitude toward Syrians and Israelis alike."
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The Erdogan government shifts its allegiances to anti-Western Islam.
It's been a decade since Turkey threatened to invade Syria because Damascus was harboring Abdullah Ocalan, the leader of the Kurdish PKK terrorist group. 'We will say 'shalom' to the Israelis on the Golan Heights' is how one Turkish newspaper then described the country's mood, capturing its attitude toward Syrians and Israelis alike."
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Turkey faces 'repercussions and consequences' over Cyprus
"Turkey faces 'repercussions and consequences' over Cyprus
FAMAGUSTA GAZETTE -- 10/30/2009
Cyprus Foreign Minister Markos Kyprianou has sent the message that if Turkey will not comply with its EU conditions and obligations, it will have repercussions and consequences on its accession process. He clarified however, that this does not mean to close the EU door to Turkey, but it does mean sanctions on its accession course."
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FAMAGUSTA GAZETTE -- 10/30/2009
Cyprus Foreign Minister Markos Kyprianou has sent the message that if Turkey will not comply with its EU conditions and obligations, it will have repercussions and consequences on its accession process. He clarified however, that this does not mean to close the EU door to Turkey, but it does mean sanctions on its accession course."
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Turkish Prime Minister Erdogan, President Obama to meet December 7 - Monsters and Critics
"Turkish Prime Minister Erdogan, President Obama to meet December 7
Europe News
Oct 30, 2009, 1:28 GMT
Washington - Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan will visit Washington on December 7 to meet with US President Barack Obama, the White House announced late Thursday."
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Europe News
Oct 30, 2009, 1:28 GMT
Washington - Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan will visit Washington on December 7 to meet with US President Barack Obama, the White House announced late Thursday."
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Thursday, October 29, 2009
8th Annual Turkish Festival to Take Place Sunday, November 15 at Hollywood Beach and the Broadwalk
"8th Annual Turkish Festival to Take Place Sunday, November 15 at Hollywood Beach and the Broadwalk
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. - (Business Wire) The Florida Turkish American Association (FTAA) is pleased to present a day of Turkish music, dance, art and culture at the 8th Annual Turkish Festival on Sunday, November 15th from 10:00AM to 6:00PM at the Hollywood Beach Broadwalk. The Festival is free of charge and open to the general public. "
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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. - (Business Wire) The Florida Turkish American Association (FTAA) is pleased to present a day of Turkish music, dance, art and culture at the 8th Annual Turkish Festival on Sunday, November 15th from 10:00AM to 6:00PM at the Hollywood Beach Broadwalk. The Festival is free of charge and open to the general public. "
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Chron.com: US Economy - Stimulus jobs overstated in report - by by Brett J Blackledge and Matt Apuzzo
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US Economy - Stimulus jobs overstated in report - by by Brett J Blackledge and Matt Apuzzo
The White House is promising that new figures being released Friday will be a more accurate showing of progress in President Barack Obama's economic recovery plan. It aggressively defended an earlier, faulty count that overstated by thousands the jobs created or saved so far. Ed DeSeve, serving as Obama's stimulus overseer, said the administration has been working for weeks to correct mistakes in early counts that identified more than 30,000 jobs paid for with stimulus money. He said a new stimulus report Friday should correct many mistakes an Associated Press review found that showed the earlier report overstated thousands of stimulus jobs. The AP reviewed a sample of federal contracts, not all 9,000 reported to date, and discovered errors in one in six jobs credited to the $787 billion stimulus program — or nearly 5,000 of the 30,000 jobs claimed so far. Even in its limited review, the AP found job counts that were more than 10 times as high as the actual number of paid positions; jobs credited to the stimulus program that were counted two and sometimes more than four times; and other jobs that were credited to stimulus spending when none was produced.
Turkey's worrisome approach to Iran, Israel | csmonitor.com
"Turkey's worrisome approach to Iran, Israel
Ankara must be careful that its 'zero problems' policy on its borders doesn't create new problems that alienate old friends.
Who knows what Turkey's prime minister may have said in private to Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad about Iran's nuclear program this week. But on a visit to Tehran, the powerful and confident Turkish leader – he's offered to negotiate between Iran and the West – publicly defended his "friend" Iran."
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Ankara must be careful that its 'zero problems' policy on its borders doesn't create new problems that alienate old friends.
Who knows what Turkey's prime minister may have said in private to Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad about Iran's nuclear program this week. But on a visit to Tehran, the powerful and confident Turkish leader – he's offered to negotiate between Iran and the West – publicly defended his "friend" Iran."
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Turkish PM to meet Obama at White House in December
"Turkish PM to meet Obama at White House in December
(AFP) – 55 minutes ago
ANKARA — Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan will hold talks with US President Barack Obama in Washington on December 7 on issues including Iraq and Afghanistan, the Turkish government said on Thursday."
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(AFP) – 55 minutes ago
ANKARA — Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan will hold talks with US President Barack Obama in Washington on December 7 on issues including Iraq and Afghanistan, the Turkish government said on Thursday."
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SunExpress to fly from Istanbul to Hatay, Mardin
"SunExpress to fly from Istanbul to Hatay, Mardin
Published by Ozgur Tore
Thursday, 29 October 2009
SunExpress, a joint venture of the Turkish Airlines and Lufthansa, is set to begin direct flights to the southern province of Hatay and the southeastern province of Mardin on November 5."
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Published by Ozgur Tore
Thursday, 29 October 2009
SunExpress, a joint venture of the Turkish Airlines and Lufthansa, is set to begin direct flights to the southern province of Hatay and the southeastern province of Mardin on November 5."
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Fashionable Istanbul
"Fashionable Istanbul
Last weekend on the banks of the Bosphorus, Istanbul played host to a series of catwalk shows by some of fashion's biggest names - Cavalli, Westwood, Ferre, Ferragamo and Missoni. The event - which went by the somewhat clunky title of Fashionable Istanbul - was organised with the intention of putting the city on the international fashion map."
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Last weekend on the banks of the Bosphorus, Istanbul played host to a series of catwalk shows by some of fashion's biggest names - Cavalli, Westwood, Ferre, Ferragamo and Missoni. The event - which went by the somewhat clunky title of Fashionable Istanbul - was organised with the intention of putting the city on the international fashion map."
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Civil society sounds off on IFC policy in Istanbul | Bank Information Center: Monitoring the projects and policies of the World Bank, IMF and other international financial institutions
"Civil society sounds off on IFC policy in Istanbul
29 October 2009
The Annual Meetings of the World Bank/IMF in Istanbul were the site of the first in-person consultation for the IFC Social and Environmental Policy Review. This BIC article published by the Huffington Post discusses several key issues raised during the consultation. In addition to the in-person consultations, the IFC is hosting online discussions, including one on Wednesday, November 4."
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29 October 2009
The Annual Meetings of the World Bank/IMF in Istanbul were the site of the first in-person consultation for the IFC Social and Environmental Policy Review. This BIC article published by the Huffington Post discusses several key issues raised during the consultation. In addition to the in-person consultations, the IFC is hosting online discussions, including one on Wednesday, November 4."
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Tehran, Istanbul, and Damascus
"Tehran, Istanbul, and Damascus
Thu, 29 October 2009
Ghassan Charbel
Iran welcomed Recep Tayyip Erdoğan with excessive warmth. It did not ask for his country to stop being a NATO member, cut its ties with the “cancerous tumor” that must be removed, or put an end to its close relation with the Great Satan.
Erdoğan had sent meaningful messages before his visit: the cancellation of the Israeli participation in air maneuvers and closing off Turkish air passageways to the Israeli fighters; his support of Iran’s right to have nuclear technology for peace purposes and his criticism of the “biased” Arab stance in this issue; his consideration that any military action against Iran would be “an act of madness”."
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Thu, 29 October 2009
Ghassan Charbel
Iran welcomed Recep Tayyip Erdoğan with excessive warmth. It did not ask for his country to stop being a NATO member, cut its ties with the “cancerous tumor” that must be removed, or put an end to its close relation with the Great Satan.
Erdoğan had sent meaningful messages before his visit: the cancellation of the Israeli participation in air maneuvers and closing off Turkish air passageways to the Israeli fighters; his support of Iran’s right to have nuclear technology for peace purposes and his criticism of the “biased” Arab stance in this issue; his consideration that any military action against Iran would be “an act of madness”."
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Next year in Ankara
"Next year in Ankara
The Kurds of Northern Iraq have a love-hate relationship with Turkey.
On the one hand, they hate how a long line of Turkish governments denied Turkey’s own 12 million Kurds the right to use their Kurdish language, and compelled them to be like Turks. On the other hand, it was to Turkey that hundreds of thousands of Iraqi Kurds attempted to flee in 1991 when Saddam Hussein put down their uprising."
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The Kurds of Northern Iraq have a love-hate relationship with Turkey.
On the one hand, they hate how a long line of Turkish governments denied Turkey’s own 12 million Kurds the right to use their Kurdish language, and compelled them to be like Turks. On the other hand, it was to Turkey that hundreds of thousands of Iraqi Kurds attempted to flee in 1991 when Saddam Hussein put down their uprising."
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Which Came First -- Orhan Pamuk's Museum or His New Novel? - NYTimes.com
"The Objects of the Exercise
IN ISTANBUL, one hot, sun-soaked day this past summer, the novelist Orhan Pamuk leaned back in his chair, a writerly throne in an overfull study, and looked out the window. He trained his eyes on the unblemished vista before him, where the Bosphorus, the Sea of Marmara and the Golden Horn run into one another and emerge as a perfect muddle of turquoise. Today, he announced, he was depressed. “I am a writer. I have books to write. What am I doing building a museum?” His voice rose in a crescendo to escape being drowned out by folkloric music coming from a passing cruise ship. A stuffed bird, perched to his left, peered down at the bookish debris below, giving the impression that the writer was addressing the handsome, ill-fated gull. "
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IN ISTANBUL, one hot, sun-soaked day this past summer, the novelist Orhan Pamuk leaned back in his chair, a writerly throne in an overfull study, and looked out the window. He trained his eyes on the unblemished vista before him, where the Bosphorus, the Sea of Marmara and the Golden Horn run into one another and emerge as a perfect muddle of turquoise. Today, he announced, he was depressed. “I am a writer. I have books to write. What am I doing building a museum?” His voice rose in a crescendo to escape being drowned out by folkloric music coming from a passing cruise ship. A stuffed bird, perched to his left, peered down at the bookish debris below, giving the impression that the writer was addressing the handsome, ill-fated gull. "
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Could this be Turkey’s Century in the Middle East?
"Could this be Turkey’s Century in the Middle East?
Thu, 29 October 2009
Paul Salem
In the month of October Turkey lifted border restrictions with Syria, signed a large number of trade and political agreements with Iraq, and spoke out in defense of Iran. This is after Prime Minister Erdogan’s criticism of Israel during the Gaza war and suspension of Israel from Turkish war exercises. The AKP government in Ankara is moving to consolidate its influence in the Muslim East and is thereby affecting the patterns of power in that region."
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Thu, 29 October 2009
Paul Salem
In the month of October Turkey lifted border restrictions with Syria, signed a large number of trade and political agreements with Iraq, and spoke out in defense of Iran. This is after Prime Minister Erdogan’s criticism of Israel during the Gaza war and suspension of Israel from Turkish war exercises. The AKP government in Ankara is moving to consolidate its influence in the Muslim East and is thereby affecting the patterns of power in that region."
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Turkey: Kurdish Peace Initiative Builds Momentum
"TURKEY: KURDISH PEACE INITIATIVE BUILDS MOMENTUM
Nicholas Birch 10/29/09
Turkey’s government is vowing to push forward with an initiative aimed at ending a 25-year Kurdish war. Changing geopolitical circumstances are helping to make Kurdish militants more open to a lasting peace deal.
'We will press ahead with this process ... and with luck we will complete it,' Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan said during a mid-October visit to Siirt, a majority Kurdish district in southeastern Turkey."
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Nicholas Birch 10/29/09
Turkey’s government is vowing to push forward with an initiative aimed at ending a 25-year Kurdish war. Changing geopolitical circumstances are helping to make Kurdish militants more open to a lasting peace deal.
'We will press ahead with this process ... and with luck we will complete it,' Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan said during a mid-October visit to Siirt, a majority Kurdish district in southeastern Turkey."
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EU and Cyprus: Two issues for Turkey
"EU and Cyprus: Two issues for Turkey
Greek Cypriot Foreign Minister Markos Kyprianou said that if Turkey concentrated on the Muslim world and gave up on its European Union membership bid, the biggest factor that motivated Turkey to resolve the Cyprus problem would disappear, the Anatolia news agency reported."
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Greek Cypriot Foreign Minister Markos Kyprianou said that if Turkey concentrated on the Muslim world and gave up on its European Union membership bid, the biggest factor that motivated Turkey to resolve the Cyprus problem would disappear, the Anatolia news agency reported."
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Turkish Republic marks 86th year
"Turkish Republic marks 86th year
The 86th anniversary of the Turkish Republic was celebrated Thursday across the country as well as in northern Cyprus and at several of Turkey’s international outposts.
The first ceremony led by President Abdullah Gül took place at the Atatürk Mausoleum in Anıtkabir. Gül led a delegation of the country’s top officials to the tomb of the Republic's founder, Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, where he placed a wreath of red and white carnations. The group paid homage to Atatürk and sang the Turkish national anthem. The ceremony concluded with Gül signing the Anıtkabir visitors' book."
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The 86th anniversary of the Turkish Republic was celebrated Thursday across the country as well as in northern Cyprus and at several of Turkey’s international outposts.
The first ceremony led by President Abdullah Gül took place at the Atatürk Mausoleum in Anıtkabir. Gül led a delegation of the country’s top officials to the tomb of the Republic's founder, Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, where he placed a wreath of red and white carnations. The group paid homage to Atatürk and sang the Turkish national anthem. The ceremony concluded with Gül signing the Anıtkabir visitors' book."
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'Kurdish Opening' Closed Shut
"'Kurdish Opening' Closed Shut
By Soner Cagaptay
ForeignPolicy.com, October 29, 2009
On Oct. 24, Kurdish migrant farm workers started a fight in the town of Ipsala, in the northwest region of Turkey. After the Kurdish workers apparently harassed local girls, some of the town's youth attacked the workers in retaliation. The conflict escalated, and the Kurdish workers were forced to take refuge in the town's mosque to avoid a growing anti-Kurdish mob. Across the country, veiled mothers, the precise constituency one would imagine to be supportive of the ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) government, protested the government's 'Kurdish opening,' which promises overtures toward the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK), a terrorist organization that has waged a 25-year struggle against Turkey."
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By Soner Cagaptay
ForeignPolicy.com, October 29, 2009
On Oct. 24, Kurdish migrant farm workers started a fight in the town of Ipsala, in the northwest region of Turkey. After the Kurdish workers apparently harassed local girls, some of the town's youth attacked the workers in retaliation. The conflict escalated, and the Kurdish workers were forced to take refuge in the town's mosque to avoid a growing anti-Kurdish mob. Across the country, veiled mothers, the precise constituency one would imagine to be supportive of the ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) government, protested the government's 'Kurdish opening,' which promises overtures toward the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK), a terrorist organization that has waged a 25-year struggle against Turkey."
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Turkey between West and East: U.S.’s crux
"Turkey between West and East: U.S.’s crux
By Samuel LaRussa
At a time when its friendly political orientation has never meant more to the West, the Turkish government and people are experiencing a dilemma: West or East
This quandary and its resolution by the Turkish government have serious implications for policymakers in Washington and Brussels. For Turkey to choose West — that is, to remain friendly with the United States and Europe — is to pledge itself to continuing down the seemingly endless path toward acceptance into the European Union, to reinforcing democratic and secular principles in government and society, and, most importantly, to embracing its position as a mitigating bridge between the West and the Middle East. Turkey’s role in navigating the difficult relations between Israel and Syria and between the United States and Iran demonstrate the unique capability that it possesses to fulfill this duty."
More:Campus Times - Turkey between West and East: U.S.’s crux
By Samuel LaRussa
At a time when its friendly political orientation has never meant more to the West, the Turkish government and people are experiencing a dilemma: West or East
This quandary and its resolution by the Turkish government have serious implications for policymakers in Washington and Brussels. For Turkey to choose West — that is, to remain friendly with the United States and Europe — is to pledge itself to continuing down the seemingly endless path toward acceptance into the European Union, to reinforcing democratic and secular principles in government and society, and, most importantly, to embracing its position as a mitigating bridge between the West and the Middle East. Turkey’s role in navigating the difficult relations between Israel and Syria and between the United States and Iran demonstrate the unique capability that it possesses to fulfill this duty."
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A new project by the Fire of Anatolia, ‘Istanbul Dreams’
"A new project by the Fire of Anatolia, ‘Istanbul Dreams’
A project titled “Istanbul Dreams” has been initiated by Turkey’s internationally known dance troupe, the Fire of Anatolia, as part of the Istanbul 2010 European Capital of Culture events. The project, which features a half dreamlike and half real Istanbul portrait through the eyes of seven different travelers, will premier in October 2010."
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A project titled “Istanbul Dreams” has been initiated by Turkey’s internationally known dance troupe, the Fire of Anatolia, as part of the Istanbul 2010 European Capital of Culture events. The project, which features a half dreamlike and half real Istanbul portrait through the eyes of seven different travelers, will premier in October 2010."
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Turkey warned over Cyprus reunification standstill | EU - European Information on Enlargement
"Turkey warned over Cyprus reunification standstill
Published: Thursday 29 October 2009
Cypriot Foreign Affairs Minister Markos Kyprianou warned today (29 October) that Ankara would negatively affect its EU accession bid if did not begin complying with its obligations to normalise relations with Nicosia in December this year."
More:EurActiv.com - Turkey warned over Cyprus reunification standstill | EU - European Information on Enlargement
Published: Thursday 29 October 2009
Cypriot Foreign Affairs Minister Markos Kyprianou warned today (29 October) that Ankara would negatively affect its EU accession bid if did not begin complying with its obligations to normalise relations with Nicosia in December this year."
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Turkey told EU hopes rest on Cyprus
"Turkey told EU hopes rest on Cyprus
Cypriot foreign minister Markos Kyprianou says the divided island of Cyprus could be reunified 'within a year.'
Speaking in Brussels, he said, 'It is feasible. Anything is possible.'"
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Cypriot foreign minister Markos Kyprianou says the divided island of Cyprus could be reunified 'within a year.'
Speaking in Brussels, he said, 'It is feasible. Anything is possible.'"
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Turkish ambassador: Everyone knows how important ties are | Israel Palestine-Gaza Conflict | Jerusalem Post
"'Everyone knows how important ties are'
In his first public appearance since arriving in the country, Turkey's new ambassador to Israel Ahmet Oguz Celikkol on Thursday said he is committed to improving and deepening ties between Ankara and Jerusalem. "
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In his first public appearance since arriving in the country, Turkey's new ambassador to Israel Ahmet Oguz Celikkol on Thursday said he is committed to improving and deepening ties between Ankara and Jerusalem. "
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President of Cyprus likes EU-Turkey relations to Nazi appeasement
"President of Cyprus likens EU-Turkey relations to Nazi appeasement
Greek Cypriot leader Demetris Christofias warns concessions to Ankara could backfire as talks on divided island hit trouble"
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Greek Cypriot leader Demetris Christofias warns concessions to Ankara could backfire as talks on divided island hit trouble"
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Historical building in Istanbul restored but remains in ruins
"Historical building in Istanbul restored but remains in ruins
ÜMİT ALTINDERE
ISTANBUL - Radikal
An elderly couple is on the verge of losing the home they’ve shared for more than two decades, after it went through a restoration. The municipality has spent months working on the outside to make the historical building look beautiful, but now has told the couple to leave because the building is unsafe. ‘All I see is debris and pipes,’ says the man in the couple"
More:Historical building in Istanbul restored but remains in ruins - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
ÜMİT ALTINDERE
ISTANBUL - Radikal
An elderly couple is on the verge of losing the home they’ve shared for more than two decades, after it went through a restoration. The municipality has spent months working on the outside to make the historical building look beautiful, but now has told the couple to leave because the building is unsafe. ‘All I see is debris and pipes,’ says the man in the couple"
More:Historical building in Istanbul restored but remains in ruins - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
The tuxedo maker of Atatürk
"The tuxedo maker of Atatürk
Vercihan Ziflioğlu
Levon Kordonciyan is the great-grandchild of Atatürk's tuxedo maker. The Hürriyet Daily News & Economic Review found him on the 86th anniversary of the establishment of the Turkish Republic to share his family's tale"
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Vercihan Ziflioğlu
Levon Kordonciyan is the great-grandchild of Atatürk's tuxedo maker. The Hürriyet Daily News & Economic Review found him on the 86th anniversary of the establishment of the Turkish Republic to share his family's tale"
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UN chief prods Cyprus leaders
"UN chief prods Cyprus leaders
United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon yesterday called on Cyprus President Dimitris Christofias and Turkish-Cypriot leader Mehmet Ali Talat to “make real progress” in ongoing peace talks aimed at reunifying the divided island by “demonstrating flexibility and agreeing on compromises.”"
More:ekathimerini.com | UN chief prods Cyprus leaders
United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon yesterday called on Cyprus President Dimitris Christofias and Turkish-Cypriot leader Mehmet Ali Talat to “make real progress” in ongoing peace talks aimed at reunifying the divided island by “demonstrating flexibility and agreeing on compromises.”"
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Turkey’s MFA speaker says Ankara seriously intended to normalize ties with Yerevan - Politics - Panorama | Armenian news
"Turkey’s MFA speaker says Ankara seriously intended to normalize ties with Yerevan
Turkey’s Foreign Ministry spokesman Buraq Ozugergin declared that Turkey is seriously intended to normalize ties with Armenia and to solve its problems with Yerevan."
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Turkey’s Foreign Ministry spokesman Buraq Ozugergin declared that Turkey is seriously intended to normalize ties with Armenia and to solve its problems with Yerevan."
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Evgeny Primakov: Armenia-Turkey normalization of benefit to entire region | News from Armenia - NEWS.am
"Evgeny Primakov: Armenia-Turkey normalization of benefit to entire region
10:58 / 10/29/2009
The normalization of Armenian-Turkish relations will be of benefit to all sides, Evgeny Primakov, President of the RF Chamber of Commerce and Industry, stated in his interview with the Rosiyskaya Gazeta (Russian Newspaper), official publication of the RF Government."
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10:58 / 10/29/2009
The normalization of Armenian-Turkish relations will be of benefit to all sides, Evgeny Primakov, President of the RF Chamber of Commerce and Industry, stated in his interview with the Rosiyskaya Gazeta (Russian Newspaper), official publication of the RF Government."
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A few of her favourite things
"Turkish ideals are similar to Europe’s
I refer to Emile Hokayem’s opinion article Turkey looks to the East (October 21). Some Turks may feel disappointed with the snobbery of Europe but the reality is that the prospect of EU membership has just been a vehicle for Turks. The ultimate destination for Turkey has always been the high standards the leading contemporary civilisations enjoy in the West. Yet this was never going to stop Turkey from making and keeping friends in the East."
More:A few of her favourite things - The National Newspaper
I refer to Emile Hokayem’s opinion article Turkey looks to the East (October 21). Some Turks may feel disappointed with the snobbery of Europe but the reality is that the prospect of EU membership has just been a vehicle for Turks. The ultimate destination for Turkey has always been the high standards the leading contemporary civilisations enjoy in the West. Yet this was never going to stop Turkey from making and keeping friends in the East."
More:A few of her favourite things - The National Newspaper
On Contemporary Turkish Cinema (by Iain Robert Smith) « Changing Turkey in a Changing World
"On Contemporary Turkish Cinema (by Iain Robert Smith)
October 28, 2009 by Changing Turkey
[Excerpt from Iain Robert Smith, ''Beam Me up, Ömer': Transnational Media Flow and the Cultural Politics of the Turkish Star Trek Remake', The Velvet Light Trap: A Critical Journal of Film&Television 61 (2008) 3-13.]
In the recent Turkish sci-fi comedy G.O.R.A. (2005), writer/star Cem Yilmaz thoroughly lampoons many of the Americentric traditions of Hollywood science fiction. After the film opens on a space station in which all the characters are speaking English, one character points out the anomaly, pleading, “Can we not have it in Turkish?” Indeed, Turkish turns out to be the galactic lingua franca in this narrative, with everyone—including the alien races—conversing in the Turkish language and using Turkish lira to trade. It is not America that has colonized the people’s consciousness—to paraphrase those infamous words of Wim Wenders—but Turkey. This pointed inversion of the U.S. bias in Hollywood science fiction narratives, however, is balanced with an obvious affection for said films, with the film also offering loving homages to such iconic U.S. films as Star Wars (1977) and The Matrix (1999)."
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October 28, 2009 by Changing Turkey
[Excerpt from Iain Robert Smith, ''Beam Me up, Ömer': Transnational Media Flow and the Cultural Politics of the Turkish Star Trek Remake', The Velvet Light Trap: A Critical Journal of Film&Television 61 (2008) 3-13.]
In the recent Turkish sci-fi comedy G.O.R.A. (2005), writer/star Cem Yilmaz thoroughly lampoons many of the Americentric traditions of Hollywood science fiction. After the film opens on a space station in which all the characters are speaking English, one character points out the anomaly, pleading, “Can we not have it in Turkish?” Indeed, Turkish turns out to be the galactic lingua franca in this narrative, with everyone—including the alien races—conversing in the Turkish language and using Turkish lira to trade. It is not America that has colonized the people’s consciousness—to paraphrase those infamous words of Wim Wenders—but Turkey. This pointed inversion of the U.S. bias in Hollywood science fiction narratives, however, is balanced with an obvious affection for said films, with the film also offering loving homages to such iconic U.S. films as Star Wars (1977) and The Matrix (1999)."
More:on Contemporary Turkish Cinema (by Iain Robert Smith) « Changing Turkey in a Changing World
Turkey can do better Thomas Cook CEO says
"Turkey can do better, Thomas Cook CEO says
The Turkish tourism sector should not be carried away with the thought of making profits in the short term, according to the CEO of travel company Thomas Cook."
More:Turkey can do better, Thomas Cook CEO says - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
The Turkish tourism sector should not be carried away with the thought of making profits in the short term, according to the CEO of travel company Thomas Cook."
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Swine flu cases may threaten 2010 tourism season
"Swine flu cases may threaten 2010 tourism season
The increase in the number of swine flu cases across the world has alarmed not only the health sector but also the tourism sector in Turkey. Tourism authorities agree that the propensity to exaggerate swine flu news in the Turkish media may put the sector at risk. The case looks even worse when considering that the bookings are already being made for the 2010 tourism season."
More:Swine flu cases may threaten 2010 tourism season - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
The increase in the number of swine flu cases across the world has alarmed not only the health sector but also the tourism sector in Turkey. Tourism authorities agree that the propensity to exaggerate swine flu news in the Turkish media may put the sector at risk. The case looks even worse when considering that the bookings are already being made for the 2010 tourism season."
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Turkey condemns attack on UN guest-house in Afghan capital
"Turkey condemns attack on UN guest-house in Afghan capital
www.chinaview.cn 2009-10-29 07:11:40
ANKARA, Oct. 28 (Xinhua) -- Turkey condemned Wednesday an attack on a guest-house used by United Nations staff in the Afghan capital Kabul which killed six international staff members of the world body on Wednesday, the semi-official Anatolia news agency reported."
More:Turkey condemns attack on UN guest-house in Afghan capital _English_Xinhua
www.chinaview.cn 2009-10-29 07:11:40
ANKARA, Oct. 28 (Xinhua) -- Turkey condemned Wednesday an attack on a guest-house used by United Nations staff in the Afghan capital Kabul which killed six international staff members of the world body on Wednesday, the semi-official Anatolia news agency reported."
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Istanbul Ready to Celebrate Republic Day
"Istanbul Ready to Celebrate Republic Day
Published by Ozgur Tore
Wednesday, 28 October 2009
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Sixty thousand Turkish National Flags were hung over streets and squares in Istanbul for the 86th anniversary of the founding of the Republic on October 29."
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Published by Ozgur Tore
Wednesday, 28 October 2009
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Sixty thousand Turkish National Flags were hung over streets and squares in Istanbul for the 86th anniversary of the founding of the Republic on October 29."
More:Focus on Travel News: Daily Travel News website and Newsletter - Istanbul Ready to Celebrate Republic Day
Chad Dobson: Civil Society Sounds Off on IFC Policies in Istanbul
"Civil Society Sounds Off on IFC Policies in Istanbul
On Monday, October 5, the International Finance Corporation (IFC) launched the first of several civil society consultations regarding the review and update of their Policy and Performance Standards on Social and Environmental Sustainability during the World Bank/IMF Annual Meetings in Istanbul. These standards govern how communities and the environment are protected during project implementation and stipulate what information is publicly available for IFC-financed projects. The IFC policy's influence extends beyond the organization itself as the Performance Standards formed the basis for the Equator Principles, which currently guide over 70% of project finance in emerging markets. The consultation provided an important platform for civil society to highlight on-going concerns within the IFC's policies and suggest areas where these safeguard policies can be strengthened."
More:Chad Dobson: Civil Society Sounds Off on IFC Policies in Istanbul
On Monday, October 5, the International Finance Corporation (IFC) launched the first of several civil society consultations regarding the review and update of their Policy and Performance Standards on Social and Environmental Sustainability during the World Bank/IMF Annual Meetings in Istanbul. These standards govern how communities and the environment are protected during project implementation and stipulate what information is publicly available for IFC-financed projects. The IFC policy's influence extends beyond the organization itself as the Performance Standards formed the basis for the Equator Principles, which currently guide over 70% of project finance in emerging markets. The consultation provided an important platform for civil society to highlight on-going concerns within the IFC's policies and suggest areas where these safeguard policies can be strengthened."
More:Chad Dobson: Civil Society Sounds Off on IFC Policies in Istanbul
Human rights train arrives in Istanbul
"Human rights train arrives in Istanbul
www.chinaview.cn 2009-10-29 07:06:18
ISTANBUL, Oct. 28 (Xinhua) -- A human rights train, which set off with a mission to raise awareness about human rights across Turkey, arrived here on Wednesday.
The train launched the special journey from Turkey's third populous city of Izmir by the Aegean Sea on September 9."
More:Human rights train arrives in Istanbul _English_Xinhua
www.chinaview.cn 2009-10-29 07:06:18
ISTANBUL, Oct. 28 (Xinhua) -- A human rights train, which set off with a mission to raise awareness about human rights across Turkey, arrived here on Wednesday.
The train launched the special journey from Turkey's third populous city of Izmir by the Aegean Sea on September 9."
More:Human rights train arrives in Istanbul _English_Xinhua
Turkey's dirty stories on display
"Turkey's dirty stories on display
A recent exhibition in Istanbul has a ‘Dirty Story’ to tell us. It is a story that takes us on a distressing journey to the bitter past of the 1980 coup where Turkey’s victims and perpetrators, cultural discrimination, violence and hate are all portrayed through art. The past remains there and continues to challenge Turkish society"
More:Turkey's dirty stories on display - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
A recent exhibition in Istanbul has a ‘Dirty Story’ to tell us. It is a story that takes us on a distressing journey to the bitter past of the 1980 coup where Turkey’s victims and perpetrators, cultural discrimination, violence and hate are all portrayed through art. The past remains there and continues to challenge Turkish society"
More:Turkey's dirty stories on display - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
What a Republic Day
"What a Republic Day
YUSUF KANLI
On Thursday, Turkey marks the 86th anniversary of the proclamation of the Turkish Republic, described by its founding father, Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, as his greatest achievement.
At this 86th anniversary of Atatürk’s great achievement, however, things have become rather difficult for people devoted to the ideal of a modern, democratic, secular republic adhering to the supremacy of law."
More:What a Republic Day - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
YUSUF KANLI
On Thursday, Turkey marks the 86th anniversary of the proclamation of the Turkish Republic, described by its founding father, Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, as his greatest achievement.
At this 86th anniversary of Atatürk’s great achievement, however, things have become rather difficult for people devoted to the ideal of a modern, democratic, secular republic adhering to the supremacy of law."
More:What a Republic Day - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Berklee Holds Scholarship Auditions In Istanbul For The First Time
"Berklee Holds Scholarship Auditions In Istanbul For The First Time
Berklee College of Music, the world's leading institution for the study of contemporary music, will be holding audition and interview events (A&I) in Turkey for the first time as part of the college's World Scholarship Tour, offering talented musicians the chance to be awarded a scholarship to attend the college. The events, hosted by Modern Müzik Akademisi (MMA) in Istanbul, November 22 to 26, will include clinics, lectures, an information session, a jam session, and a music educator's forum."
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Berklee College of Music, the world's leading institution for the study of contemporary music, will be holding audition and interview events (A&I) in Turkey for the first time as part of the college's World Scholarship Tour, offering talented musicians the chance to be awarded a scholarship to attend the college. The events, hosted by Modern Müzik Akademisi (MMA) in Istanbul, November 22 to 26, will include clinics, lectures, an information session, a jam session, and a music educator's forum."
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Israel-Turkey: Mending strained alliance | Op-Ed Contributors | Jerusalem Post
"Mending a strained alliance
Earlier this month, what should have been a multinational exhibit of military cooperation between the Turkish air force and its counterparts in the US, Italy and Israel, became yet another political snub in the growing public rift between Turkey and Israel. The joint exercise, which takes place every few years, was canceled indefinitely after Turkey canceled Israel's participation, causing the US and Italy to forgo the exercise in response. This public rebuff is one of many in a string of events that has shown Turkey's visceral frustration with Israel's handling of its incursion into Gaza late last year. "
More:Israel-Turkey: Mending strained alliance | Op-Ed Contributors | Jerusalem Post
Earlier this month, what should have been a multinational exhibit of military cooperation between the Turkish air force and its counterparts in the US, Italy and Israel, became yet another political snub in the growing public rift between Turkey and Israel. The joint exercise, which takes place every few years, was canceled indefinitely after Turkey canceled Israel's participation, causing the US and Italy to forgo the exercise in response. This public rebuff is one of many in a string of events that has shown Turkey's visceral frustration with Israel's handling of its incursion into Gaza late last year. "
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EurasiaNet News Briefs - Azerbaijan and Turkey: Nearing a New Gas Deal
"AZERBAIJAN AND TURKEY: NEARING A NEW GAS DEAL
10/28/09
Sparking hopes that a Turkish-Azerbaijan gas deal is in sight, Ankara has agreed to pay between $500 million to $1 billion to Baku to narrow the difference between the market price for Azerbaijani natural gas and the discounted price that Turkey has been paying so far, the Day.az news agency reported on October 28."
More:EurasiaNet News Briefs - Azerbaijan and Turkey: Nearing a New Gas Deal
10/28/09
Sparking hopes that a Turkish-Azerbaijan gas deal is in sight, Ankara has agreed to pay between $500 million to $1 billion to Baku to narrow the difference between the market price for Azerbaijani natural gas and the discounted price that Turkey has been paying so far, the Day.az news agency reported on October 28."
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Turkey: An Ally No More
"Turkey: An Ally No More
by Daniel Pipes
Jerusalem Post
October 28, 2009
The foreign ministers of Turkey and Syria met in Aleppo in October 2009.
'There is no doubt he is our friend,' Turkey's prime minister, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, says of Iran's president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, even as he accuses Israel's foreign minister Avigdor Lieberman of threatening to use nuclear weapons against Gaza. These outrageous assertions point to the profound change of orientation by Turkey's government, for six decades the West's closest Muslim ally, since Erdoğan's AK party came to power in 2002."
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by Daniel Pipes
Jerusalem Post
October 28, 2009
The foreign ministers of Turkey and Syria met in Aleppo in October 2009.
'There is no doubt he is our friend,' Turkey's prime minister, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, says of Iran's president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, even as he accuses Israel's foreign minister Avigdor Lieberman of threatening to use nuclear weapons against Gaza. These outrageous assertions point to the profound change of orientation by Turkey's government, for six decades the West's closest Muslim ally, since Erdoğan's AK party came to power in 2002."
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Wednesday, October 28, 2009
Ocalan posturing on PKK reconciliation - UPI.com
"Ocalan posturing on PKK reconciliation
Published: Oct. 27, 2009 at 12:21 PM
ANKARA, Turkey, Oct. 27 (UPI) -- The imprisoned leader of the Kurdistan Workers' Party is making a political move to sideline his rivals with so-called peace groups, a former rebel leader said.
Abdullah Ocalan, the leader of the Kurdistan Workers' Party, or PKK, called on his members to form peace groups who would surrender to Turkish authorities as part of a broader reconciliation effort."
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Published: Oct. 27, 2009 at 12:21 PM
ANKARA, Turkey, Oct. 27 (UPI) -- The imprisoned leader of the Kurdistan Workers' Party is making a political move to sideline his rivals with so-called peace groups, a former rebel leader said.
Abdullah Ocalan, the leader of the Kurdistan Workers' Party, or PKK, called on his members to form peace groups who would surrender to Turkish authorities as part of a broader reconciliation effort."
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Flights to Istanbul launched by Finnair
"Finnair has launched up to four weekly flights to Istanbul as part of its winter schedule.
Changes came into effect on Sunday (October 25th), meaning that flights to Turkey's largest city will be operated during the winter months by the airline for the first time."
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Changes came into effect on Sunday (October 25th), meaning that flights to Turkey's largest city will be operated during the winter months by the airline for the first time."
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Ilhan Erşahin’s Istanbul Sessions + 6 Hometown Heroes’ Greatest Gigs
"Ilhan Erşahin’s Istanbul Sessions + 6 Hometown Heroes’ Greatest Gigs
12:11 pm Wednesday Oct 28, 2009
by Eli Dvorkin
There are certain concert experiences featuring hometown heroes that are widely considered baptismal for local fans. Think the Stones at Wembley, Fugazi at Fort Reno, or Iron Maiden at, er, some soccer stadium in South America. For Istanbullus, Ilhan Erşahin’s now-and-then gigs at Babylon may not be quite in the same league, but these “Istanbul Sessions” definitely come close."
More:Flavorwire » Blog Archive » Ilhan Erşahin’s Istanbul Sessions + 6 Hometown Heroes’ Greatest Gigs
12:11 pm Wednesday Oct 28, 2009
by Eli Dvorkin
There are certain concert experiences featuring hometown heroes that are widely considered baptismal for local fans. Think the Stones at Wembley, Fugazi at Fort Reno, or Iron Maiden at, er, some soccer stadium in South America. For Istanbullus, Ilhan Erşahin’s now-and-then gigs at Babylon may not be quite in the same league, but these “Istanbul Sessions” definitely come close."
More:Flavorwire » Blog Archive » Ilhan Erşahin’s Istanbul Sessions + 6 Hometown Heroes’ Greatest Gigs
Talat: We understand each other better
"Talat: We understand each other better
Turkish Cypriot President Mehmet Ali Talat said he and Greek Cypriot President Dimitris Christofias shared their views on the issue of federal government authorities with each other in their meeting Tuesday."
More:Talat: We understand each other better - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Turkish Cypriot President Mehmet Ali Talat said he and Greek Cypriot President Dimitris Christofias shared their views on the issue of federal government authorities with each other in their meeting Tuesday."
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PKK presents peace plan with Turkey | Iraq News | Alsumaria Iraqi Satellite TV Network
"PKK presents peace plan with Turkey
Wednesday, October 28, 2009 10:16 GMT
Following Turkey's decision to free a group of Kurdish rebels last week who had surrendered to the army after returning from Iraq, members of Kurdistan Workers Party, PKK, presented a peace plan in Brussels on Tuesday which they believe could end the 25-year separatist conflict with Turkey."
More:PKK presents peace plan with Turkey | Iraq News | Alsumaria Iraqi Satellite TV Network
Wednesday, October 28, 2009 10:16 GMT
Following Turkey's decision to free a group of Kurdish rebels last week who had surrendered to the army after returning from Iraq, members of Kurdistan Workers Party, PKK, presented a peace plan in Brussels on Tuesday which they believe could end the 25-year separatist conflict with Turkey."
More:PKK presents peace plan with Turkey | Iraq News | Alsumaria Iraqi Satellite TV Network
Kurds Complain Harassment by Paris Police
"Kurds Complain Harassment by Paris Police
By Louis Makiello
PARIS–Kurds in Paris are protesting that they are being harassed by police as authorities push to track down members of a Kurdish separatist terrorist organisation.
Protesters gathered on Saturday, Oct. 24 in Paris following events a week earlier, which saw members of the Kurdish community detained after a visit by the Turkish president."
More:Epoch Times - Kurds Complain Harassment by Paris Police
By Louis Makiello
PARIS–Kurds in Paris are protesting that they are being harassed by police as authorities push to track down members of a Kurdish separatist terrorist organisation.
Protesters gathered on Saturday, Oct. 24 in Paris following events a week earlier, which saw members of the Kurdish community detained after a visit by the Turkish president."
More:Epoch Times - Kurds Complain Harassment by Paris Police
Azerbaijan, Turkey End Flag Battle
"Azerbaijan, Turkey End Flag Battle
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
BAKU, Azerbaijan — Azerbaijan has restored a Turkish flag to a war memorial after removing it this month during a spat with Ankara.
Relations between the traditional allies were strained when Turkey restored relations with Armenia this month."
More:Azerbaijan, Turkey End Flag Battle - International News | News of the World | Middle East News | Europe News - FOXNews.com
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
BAKU, Azerbaijan — Azerbaijan has restored a Turkish flag to a war memorial after removing it this month during a spat with Ankara.
Relations between the traditional allies were strained when Turkey restored relations with Armenia this month."
More:Azerbaijan, Turkey End Flag Battle - International News | News of the World | Middle East News | Europe News - FOXNews.com
APA - Turkey to recompense $1.1 billion for low-priced Azeri gas
"Turkey to recompense $1.1 billion for low-priced Azeri gas
[ 28 Oct 2009 15:18 ]
Baku. Rashad Suleymanov - APA-ECONOMICS. Turkey will pay the difference between the old price it has paid for Azeri gas since April 2008 after the gas agreement expired and the new price to be agreed on with Azerbaijan, said Turkish Energy Minister Taner Yilldiz."
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[ 28 Oct 2009 15:18 ]
Baku. Rashad Suleymanov - APA-ECONOMICS. Turkey will pay the difference between the old price it has paid for Azeri gas since April 2008 after the gas agreement expired and the new price to be agreed on with Azerbaijan, said Turkish Energy Minister Taner Yilldiz."
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Turkey to switch currency?
"Turkey to switch currency?
13:47 / 10/28/2009
Turkey will use national currency in trade with Iran and China, RIA Novosti reports referring to Turkish media. Turkey seems to get rid of U.S. dollar and Euro.
The decision to switch currency was voiced by Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan during his visit to Iran."
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13:47 / 10/28/2009
Turkey will use national currency in trade with Iran and China, RIA Novosti reports referring to Turkish media. Turkey seems to get rid of U.S. dollar and Euro.
The decision to switch currency was voiced by Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan during his visit to Iran."
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Turkey asks for extra time at Pars
"Turkey asks for extra time at Pars
News wires
Photo by SCANPIX
Turkey has asked for a three-month extension of a deadline to help clarify the details of a $3.5 billion deal to develop part of the massive South Pars gas field, according to reports."
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News wires
Photo by SCANPIX
Turkey has asked for a three-month extension of a deadline to help clarify the details of a $3.5 billion deal to develop part of the massive South Pars gas field, according to reports."
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Turkish Tourism defies economic downturn | News | Breaking Travel News
"Turkish Tourism defies economic downturn
Posted on: 27 Oct 2009 at 09:59 AM in Destination
Turkey’s tourism industry has seen remarkable growth over the past few years, proof of the country’s continued popularity as a travel destination in defiance of the global economic crisis. Turkey received 18,694,028 visitors in the first 8 months of 2009, up 1.1% in the same period last year, with annual tourist numbers expected to reach 33 million by 2012. British visitors to Istanbul have also recorded incredible growth at 23% in the first 8 months of 2009, whilst a total of 4.18 million tourists arrived in Istanbul globally, a 2.4% year-on-year increase. PricewaterhouseCoopers anticipates that Turkey’s tourism sector will expand by 12.1% between 2010 and 2013. New investments in the tourism sector, a more sophisticated brand of tourism, wider choice of alternatives and the good value of the Turkish Lira for foreign visitors have all contributed to this success."
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Posted on: 27 Oct 2009 at 09:59 AM in Destination
Turkey’s tourism industry has seen remarkable growth over the past few years, proof of the country’s continued popularity as a travel destination in defiance of the global economic crisis. Turkey received 18,694,028 visitors in the first 8 months of 2009, up 1.1% in the same period last year, with annual tourist numbers expected to reach 33 million by 2012. British visitors to Istanbul have also recorded incredible growth at 23% in the first 8 months of 2009, whilst a total of 4.18 million tourists arrived in Istanbul globally, a 2.4% year-on-year increase. PricewaterhouseCoopers anticipates that Turkey’s tourism sector will expand by 12.1% between 2010 and 2013. New investments in the tourism sector, a more sophisticated brand of tourism, wider choice of alternatives and the good value of the Turkish Lira for foreign visitors have all contributed to this success."
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Promoting Turkey in France - Turquie Européenne - Wednesday 28 October 2009 - Actualités de la Turquie et traductions de la presse turque
"Promoting Turkey in France
Nicole Pope
Wednesday 28 October 2009 - 07:00
The Institut du Bosphore, a Turkish Industrialists and Businessmen’s Association (TÜSİAD)-sponsored independent think tank aimed at promoting better dialogue between Turkey and France, has just held its first seminar in İstanbul."
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Nicole Pope
Wednesday 28 October 2009 - 07:00
The Institut du Bosphore, a Turkish Industrialists and Businessmen’s Association (TÜSİAD)-sponsored independent think tank aimed at promoting better dialogue between Turkey and France, has just held its first seminar in İstanbul."
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Ahmadinejad Slams Israel As Turkish PM Stands By His Side » Frum Jewish News
"Ahmadinejad Slams Israel As Turkish PM Stands By His Side
October 27, 2009
Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said on Tuesday that as long as Israel was in possession of atomic weapons, Iran would not halt its nuclear program.
“When an illegal regime possesses nuclear weapons, the other countries’ rights for peaceful nuclear energy can not be denied,” the semi-official Iranian news agency ISNR quoted Ahmadinejad as saying.
Israel has never confirmed or denied foreign reports that it has a nuclear arsenal."
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October 27, 2009
Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad said on Tuesday that as long as Israel was in possession of atomic weapons, Iran would not halt its nuclear program.
“When an illegal regime possesses nuclear weapons, the other countries’ rights for peaceful nuclear energy can not be denied,” the semi-official Iranian news agency ISNR quoted Ahmadinejad as saying.
Israel has never confirmed or denied foreign reports that it has a nuclear arsenal."
More:The Yeshiva World » Ahmadinejad Slams Israel As Turkish PM Stands By His Side » Frum Jewish News
Tensions Grow Between Turkey and the West - NYTimes.com
"Tensions Between Turkey and the West Increase
By DAN BILEFSKY
Published: October 27, 2009
ISTANBUL — With Turkey’s prospects for joining the European Union growing more elusive and the country reaching out to predominantly Muslim countries with a vigor not seen in years, a longstanding question is vexing the United States and Europe: Is this large, secular Muslim country turning East instead of West?"
More:Tensions Grow Between Turkey and the West - NYTimes.com
By DAN BILEFSKY
Published: October 27, 2009
ISTANBUL — With Turkey’s prospects for joining the European Union growing more elusive and the country reaching out to predominantly Muslim countries with a vigor not seen in years, a longstanding question is vexing the United States and Europe: Is this large, secular Muslim country turning East instead of West?"
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Turkey's strategic partnership with Israel jeopardized
"Turkey's strategic partnership with Israel jeopardized
By Efraim Inbar
Commentary by
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
In the 1990s, with the end of the Cold War, Kemalist Turkey looked for partners in the Middle East that could help in meeting growing challenges from Iran, Iraq and Syria. Israel was the perfect choice. It shared Turkey’s threat assessment and it was a strong pro-Western country with clout in the United States, the new hegemonic power in the world. Moreover, Jerusalem could provide military technology that the West was reluctant to sell to its NATO ally because of Ankara’s war against the Kurdish insurgency. Subsequently, relations with Israel bloomed economically, diplomatically and militarily. For Israel, the intimacy with Ankara was second only to its relationship with the United States."
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By Efraim Inbar
Commentary by
Wednesday, October 28, 2009
In the 1990s, with the end of the Cold War, Kemalist Turkey looked for partners in the Middle East that could help in meeting growing challenges from Iran, Iraq and Syria. Israel was the perfect choice. It shared Turkey’s threat assessment and it was a strong pro-Western country with clout in the United States, the new hegemonic power in the world. Moreover, Jerusalem could provide military technology that the West was reluctant to sell to its NATO ally because of Ankara’s war against the Kurdish insurgency. Subsequently, relations with Israel bloomed economically, diplomatically and militarily. For Israel, the intimacy with Ankara was second only to its relationship with the United States."
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Putting coup plotters on trial
"Putting coup plotters on trial
JOOST LAGENDİJK
Amid the excitement over Col. Dursun Çiçek’s signature on a document allegedly plotting to undermine the governing party, one could almost forget that the Constitutional Court will decide where and how he will be put on trial."
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JOOST LAGENDİJK
Amid the excitement over Col. Dursun Çiçek’s signature on a document allegedly plotting to undermine the governing party, one could almost forget that the Constitutional Court will decide where and how he will be put on trial."
More:Putting coup plotters on trial - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
The Turkish problem
"The Turkish problem
BURAK BEKDIL
The Kurdish problem, if hopefully all goes well, may be a problem of the past. But the Turkish problem may be a problem of the future if public relations management, probably the most essential ingredient for the ambitious Kurdish initiative, falters. And one essential ingredient for that essential ingredient is how Turkey’s Western friends get involved."
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BURAK BEKDIL
The Kurdish problem, if hopefully all goes well, may be a problem of the past. But the Turkish problem may be a problem of the future if public relations management, probably the most essential ingredient for the ambitious Kurdish initiative, falters. And one essential ingredient for that essential ingredient is how Turkey’s Western friends get involved."
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The New York Times Launches International Weekly In Turkey | Media News International
"The New York Times Launches International Weekly In Turkey
Published by Lilly Thomas on October 27, 2009
New York :The New York Times announced today it has launched its international news supplement in Sabah in Turkey . The newspaper, which publishes the section in Turkish, joins a global network of newspapers that carry the international weekly, first introduced in 2002."
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Published by Lilly Thomas on October 27, 2009
New York :The New York Times announced today it has launched its international news supplement in Sabah in Turkey . The newspaper, which publishes the section in Turkish, joins a global network of newspapers that carry the international weekly, first introduced in 2002."
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The Oranje's young Turk
"The Oranje's young Turk
(FIFA.com) Tuesday 27 October 2009
While precious few of the Netherlands' players covered themselves in glory in Sunday's opening-day loss to Colombia, young captain Oguzhan Ozyakup was always involved, working, dictating patterns from midfield and prodding for openings. FIFA.com caught up with the Dutch captain for a brief chat ahead of the Oranje's all-or-nothing second test against Gambia."
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(FIFA.com) Tuesday 27 October 2009
While precious few of the Netherlands' players covered themselves in glory in Sunday's opening-day loss to Colombia, young captain Oguzhan Ozyakup was always involved, working, dictating patterns from midfield and prodding for openings. FIFA.com caught up with the Dutch captain for a brief chat ahead of the Oranje's all-or-nothing second test against Gambia."
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Pak-Turkish group to promote investment
"Pak-Turkish group to promote investment
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Turkey on Tuesday formed a joint project group to examine priority areas of cooperation for the promotion of investment in mining, oil and gas, textiles, agriculture, livestock and dairy, energy, infrastructure and construction."
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ISLAMABAD: Pakistan and Turkey on Tuesday formed a joint project group to examine priority areas of cooperation for the promotion of investment in mining, oil and gas, textiles, agriculture, livestock and dairy, energy, infrastructure and construction."
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DTP insists on welcoming PKK members in Istanbul
"DTP insists on welcoming PKK members in Istanbul
Istanbul’s branch of the Democratic Society Party, or DTP, has said it is planning to reapply to the Governor’s Office for permission to gather and welcome the outlawed Kurdistan Workers’ Party, or PKK, members who are expected to come from Europe."
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Istanbul’s branch of the Democratic Society Party, or DTP, has said it is planning to reapply to the Governor’s Office for permission to gather and welcome the outlawed Kurdistan Workers’ Party, or PKK, members who are expected to come from Europe."
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OMV-Doğan talks 'ongoing'
"OMV-Doğan talks 'ongoing'
In a statement addressing recent press reports in Turkey, Austrian energy giant OMV said negotiations with Doğan Group on acquiring a majority stake in Doğan’s Petrol Ofisi are ongoing."
More:OMV-Doğan talks 'ongoing' - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
In a statement addressing recent press reports in Turkey, Austrian energy giant OMV said negotiations with Doğan Group on acquiring a majority stake in Doğan’s Petrol Ofisi are ongoing."
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Istanbul venture raises MAHB's stature
"Istanbul venture raises MAHB's stature
Published: 2009/10/28
MALAYSIA Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) is on the right track towards scaling new heights in emerging as an international class airport operator, with its latest venture in Istanbul’s Sabiha Gocken International Airport (ISGIA)."
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Published: 2009/10/28
MALAYSIA Airports Holdings Bhd (MAHB) is on the right track towards scaling new heights in emerging as an international class airport operator, with its latest venture in Istanbul’s Sabiha Gocken International Airport (ISGIA)."
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Asian Energy: The story of gas
"The story of gas
Political analysts say the world’s growing demand for Russian oil and gas saved the Soviet regime from its natural collapse and prolonged the life of the Soviet empire until 1991.
Though true as it may be, it was that demand that contributed to Russia’s successful integration into the Western economy and resulted in establishing sound relations built on cooperation with such countries as Germany and Italy and to build potential strong enough to withstand the collapse of the Soviet Union and to continue developing further."
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Political analysts say the world’s growing demand for Russian oil and gas saved the Soviet regime from its natural collapse and prolonged the life of the Soviet empire until 1991.
Though true as it may be, it was that demand that contributed to Russia’s successful integration into the Western economy and resulted in establishing sound relations built on cooperation with such countries as Germany and Italy and to build potential strong enough to withstand the collapse of the Soviet Union and to continue developing further."
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Diasporas split on Armenia-Turkey accords | Embassy - Canada's Foreign Policy Newspaper
"Diasporas split on Armenia-Turkey accords
By Lee Berthiaume
Published October 28, 2009
Top Turkish and Armenian diplomats in Ottawa are appealing to Canada to maintain its support for reconciliation efforts between the two Caucasian neighbours despite strong opposition from segments of the influential Armenian-Canadian diaspora."
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By Lee Berthiaume
Published October 28, 2009
Top Turkish and Armenian diplomats in Ottawa are appealing to Canada to maintain its support for reconciliation efforts between the two Caucasian neighbours despite strong opposition from segments of the influential Armenian-Canadian diaspora."
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Iranian president reiterates nuclear rights, hails Turkey's stance_English_Xinhua
"Iranian president reiterates nuclear rights, hails Turkey's stance
www.chinaview.cn 2009-10-27 21:19:41
TEHRAN, Oct. 27 (Xinhua) -- Iran's President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad Tuesday reiterated his country's rights to peaceful nuclear energy and hailed Ankara's stance on Tehran's nuclear program, local Press TV reported."
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www.chinaview.cn 2009-10-27 21:19:41
TEHRAN, Oct. 27 (Xinhua) -- Iran's President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad Tuesday reiterated his country's rights to peaceful nuclear energy and hailed Ankara's stance on Tehran's nuclear program, local Press TV reported."
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Turkey to Hold Protocols Ratification Hostage For Karabakh Resolution | Asbarez News
"Turkey to Hold Protocols Ratification Hostage For Karabakh Resolution
ANKARA (RFE/RL)–Turkey’s parliament will not ratify the normalization agreements with Armenia unless international efforts to resolve the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict yield a breakthrough that favors Azerbaijan, according to Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoglu."
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ANKARA (RFE/RL)–Turkey’s parliament will not ratify the normalization agreements with Armenia unless international efforts to resolve the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict yield a breakthrough that favors Azerbaijan, according to Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoglu."
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Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Tensions Between Turkey and the West Increase - by Dan Bilefski (New York Times)
EU-Digest
Tensions Between Turkey and the West Increase - by Dan Bilefski from the New York Times
The New York Times Reports that with Turkey’s prospects for joining the European Union more elusive than ever and the country reaching out to predominantly Muslim countries with a vigor not seen in years, a longstanding question is vexing the United States and Europe: is this large, secular Muslim country turning East instead of West? When President Barack Obama visited Turkey in April — a symbolic gesture that underlined Turkey’s geo-strategic importance — he emphasized Turkey’s role as a bridge between East and West, acknowledged its mediation in the Arab-Israeli conflict, and threw his weight solidly behind Turkey becoming an European Union member. Now, six months later, some in Washington and Brussels are questioning Turkey’s dependability as an ally, and many Turks are asking whether they should reject the EU before the bloc rejects them.
Note EU-Digest:This New York Times report is a typical reflection of behind the scenes manipulation by political entities in Israel, the EU and the US, who are getting more and more frustrated in their efforts to develop a solid partnership with a Turkey led by a more and more unpredictable and increasingly less secular motivated Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan. It also shows the result of EU's lack of sensitivity in its dealings with Turkey, as it relates to their membership in the EU. While the EU has allowed practically "Mafia run" Eastern European countries like Romania and Bulgaria to become members of the EU on a fast track, they have been turning the screws on Turkey at every possible occasion and slowing down their EU membership access procedures to a snails pace. Thirdly and possibly more accurate, the New York Times article, published in one of the most influential publications in the US favorable to the Obama Administration could also indicate that a regime change is in the making for Turkey? Time will tell.
Spotlight on Iran-Turkey relations
"Spotlight on Iran-Turkey relations
27/10 19:08 CET
Some commentators are asking whether there may be a shift underway in Turkey’s foreign policy. At a meeting in Turkey last year between the Iranian and Turkish presidents, Ankara made it clear it wanted to improve bilateral relations. The Turkish president was quoted as saying their ties are based on their beliefs, culture and deep historical roots."
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27/10 19:08 CET
Some commentators are asking whether there may be a shift underway in Turkey’s foreign policy. At a meeting in Turkey last year between the Iranian and Turkish presidents, Ankara made it clear it wanted to improve bilateral relations. The Turkish president was quoted as saying their ties are based on their beliefs, culture and deep historical roots."
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AFP: WSJ revamps Europe edition, NYTimes adds Turkish partner
"WSJ revamps Europe edition, NYTimes adds Turkish partner
(AFP) – 2 hours ago
WASHINGTON — The Wall Street Journal unveiled a revamp of its European edition on Tuesday while The New York Times announced that a Turkish newspaper will publish its weekly news supplement."
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(AFP) – 2 hours ago
WASHINGTON — The Wall Street Journal unveiled a revamp of its European edition on Tuesday while The New York Times announced that a Turkish newspaper will publish its weekly news supplement."
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Turkish bonds strengthen, rating hopes back - Forbes.com
"Turkish bonds strengthen, rating hopes back
10.27.09, 12:23 PM EDT
ISTANBUL, Oct 27 (Reuters) - Turkish bond prices rose on Tuesday on expectations of a sovereign rating upgrade but gains were curtailed by belief that the Central Bank is nearing the end of its rate-cutting cycle, dealers said."
More:UPDATE 1-Turkish bonds strengthen, rating hopes back - Forbes.com
10.27.09, 12:23 PM EDT
ISTANBUL, Oct 27 (Reuters) - Turkish bond prices rose on Tuesday on expectations of a sovereign rating upgrade but gains were curtailed by belief that the Central Bank is nearing the end of its rate-cutting cycle, dealers said."
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Erdogan to hand over secret message to Obama | News from Armenia - NEWS.am
"Erdogan to hand over secret message to Obama
18:46 / 10/27/2009
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan will visit U.S. on December 7, Turkish Nethaber website informs.
Earlier Premier’s visit was postponed due to the celebration of Turkey’s day. In the course of his visit Erdogan intends to discuss Armenia-Turkey relations, as well as issues on Karabakh, Afghanistan, Cyprus and Iran with his U.S. counterpart."
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18:46 / 10/27/2009
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan will visit U.S. on December 7, Turkish Nethaber website informs.
Earlier Premier’s visit was postponed due to the celebration of Turkey’s day. In the course of his visit Erdogan intends to discuss Armenia-Turkey relations, as well as issues on Karabakh, Afghanistan, Cyprus and Iran with his U.S. counterpart."
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Turkey embraces its Islamic friends
"Turkey embraces its Islamic friends
Daniel Pipes | October 28, 2009
Article from: The Australian
'THERE is no doubt he is our friend,' Turkey's Prime Minister, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, says of Iran's President, Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, even as he accuses Israeli Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman of threatening to use nuclear weapons against Gaza."
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Daniel Pipes | October 28, 2009
Article from: The Australian
'THERE is no doubt he is our friend,' Turkey's Prime Minister, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, says of Iran's President, Mahmoud Ahmadinejad, even as he accuses Israeli Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman of threatening to use nuclear weapons against Gaza."
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TURKEY: No progress on religious property in 2009
"TURKEY: No progress on religious property in 2009
By Otmar Oehring, Head of the Human Rights Office of Missio <http://www.missio.de>
Turkish religious communities as diverse as the Alevi Muslims, Catholics, the Greek Orthodox, Protestants, and the Syrian Orthodox Church have seen no significant progress in 2009 in resolving long-standing property problems, Otmar Oehring of the German Catholic charity Missio http://www.missio-aachen.de/menschen-kulturen/themen/menschenrechte notes in a commentary for Forum 18 News Service http://www.forum18.org"
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By Otmar Oehring, Head of the Human Rights Office of Missio <http://www.missio.de>
Turkish religious communities as diverse as the Alevi Muslims, Catholics, the Greek Orthodox, Protestants, and the Syrian Orthodox Church have seen no significant progress in 2009 in resolving long-standing property problems, Otmar Oehring of the German Catholic charity Missio http://www.missio-aachen.de/menschen-kulturen/themen/menschenrechte notes in a commentary for Forum 18 News Service http://www.forum18.org"
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5-6% inflation rate by the end of 2009 in Turkey: central bank
"5-6% inflation rate by the end of 2009 in Turkey: central bank
27 October 2009 | 14:26 | FOCUS News Agency
Ankara. The inflation rate in Turkey by the end of 2009 will be 5-6% at 50% of probability, Durmus Yilmaz, governor of the central bank of Turkey, said as quoted by the Anadolu Agency."
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27 October 2009 | 14:26 | FOCUS News Agency
Ankara. The inflation rate in Turkey by the end of 2009 will be 5-6% at 50% of probability, Durmus Yilmaz, governor of the central bank of Turkey, said as quoted by the Anadolu Agency."
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Chilly Wind Blows On Israel-Turkey Relations
"Chilly Wind Blows On Israel-Turkey Relations
October 27th, 2009 by Fred Stopsky · No Comments
Once the dogs of ignorance are unleashed there is no end to the stupidity and drivel that will emerge in the media and among people. In a recent interview with the Guardian, Turkey’s Prime Minister Recep Tyyip Erdogan, blurted out that Israel Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman told him of a threat to use nuclear weapons in Gaza during the recent invasion. This comment comes shortly after many Israelis were offended at Turkish TV program they regarded as anti-Semitic for portraying Israel soldiers as killers of the innocent."
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October 27th, 2009 by Fred Stopsky · No Comments
Once the dogs of ignorance are unleashed there is no end to the stupidity and drivel that will emerge in the media and among people. In a recent interview with the Guardian, Turkey’s Prime Minister Recep Tyyip Erdogan, blurted out that Israel Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman told him of a threat to use nuclear weapons in Gaza during the recent invasion. This comment comes shortly after many Israelis were offended at Turkish TV program they regarded as anti-Semitic for portraying Israel soldiers as killers of the innocent."
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Turkish regulator opens probe of Petrol Ofisi | Markets | Reuters
"Turkish regulator opens probe of Petrol Ofisi
Tue Oct 27, 2009 1:45pm GMT
ANKARA, Oct 27 (Reuters) - Turkey's Energy Market Regulatory Authority is investigating Petrol Ofisi (PTOFS.IS), the country's biggest fuel retailer, over alleged violations of fuel standards, a government source said on Tuesday."
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Tue Oct 27, 2009 1:45pm GMT
ANKARA, Oct 27 (Reuters) - Turkey's Energy Market Regulatory Authority is investigating Petrol Ofisi (PTOFS.IS), the country's biggest fuel retailer, over alleged violations of fuel standards, a government source said on Tuesday."
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Commission announces energy campaign for Turkish Cypriots
"Commission announces energy campaign for Turkish Cypriots
October 27, 2009
The European Commission has announced the conclusion of a EUR200,000 contract with COWI BELGIUM SPRL to run an energy efficiency awareness campaign for the Turkish Cypriot community.
The project is financed from the EUR259 mln EU aid programme for the Turkish Cypriot community. The programme is managed by the European Commission, DG Enlargement, Task Force Turkish Cypriot community."
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October 27, 2009
The European Commission has announced the conclusion of a EUR200,000 contract with COWI BELGIUM SPRL to run an energy efficiency awareness campaign for the Turkish Cypriot community.
The project is financed from the EUR259 mln EU aid programme for the Turkish Cypriot community. The programme is managed by the European Commission, DG Enlargement, Task Force Turkish Cypriot community."
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Five Kurdish militants killed in Turkey clashes
"Five Kurdish militants killed in Turkey clashes
DIYARBAKIR, Turkey: Five Kurdish militants have been killed in clashes with the army in southeast Turkey, security sources said Tuesday.
The fighting erupted Monday when a group of militants from the separatist Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) opened fire on soldiers patrolling a mountainous area in Bingol province, the sources said."
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DIYARBAKIR, Turkey: Five Kurdish militants have been killed in clashes with the army in southeast Turkey, security sources said Tuesday.
The fighting erupted Monday when a group of militants from the separatist Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK) opened fire on soldiers patrolling a mountainous area in Bingol province, the sources said."
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Turkey's military investigates new plot report | World | Reuters
"Turkey's military investigates new plot report
Tue Oct 27, 2009 5:16pm IST
By Ibon Villelabeitia
ANKARA (Reuters) - Turkey's military said on Tuesday it launched an investigation into reports detailing a suspected army plan to discredit the ruling Islamist-rooted AK Party, which have stirred political tensions and unnerved markets."
More:Turkey's military investigates new plot report | World | Reuters
Tue Oct 27, 2009 5:16pm IST
By Ibon Villelabeitia
ANKARA (Reuters) - Turkey's military said on Tuesday it launched an investigation into reports detailing a suspected army plan to discredit the ruling Islamist-rooted AK Party, which have stirred political tensions and unnerved markets."
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Kurdish deputy sentenced to jail time for 'terrorist' propaganda - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
"Kurdish deputy sentenced to jail time for 'terrorist' propaganda
A Kurdish member of Turkey's Parliament was sentenced to 18 months in jail Tuesday for "terrorist" propaganda, according to court records seen by AFP."
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A Kurdish member of Turkey's Parliament was sentenced to 18 months in jail Tuesday for "terrorist" propaganda, according to court records seen by AFP."
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Turkey’s Alternative Energy Potential Needs to Get Unblocked | CleanTechies Blog - CleanTechies.com
"Turkey’s Alternative Energy Potential Needs to Get Unblocked
Levent Bas
turkey-renewable-energy-ataturk-dam.jpgTurkey’s alternative energy potential is huge, but it remains locked – at least so far. Earlier this month, Ankara hosted the International Energy Congress on Renewable Energy where the Turkish energy sector was the main discussion point. The congress attracted a record number of participants from public and private sectors, including the Turkish Minister of Energy and members of the country’s Parliament. It was once more observed that the potential of investments in Turkey is by far exceeding the enthusiasm of the bureaucrats and the readiness of the Turkish infrastructure."
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Levent Bas
turkey-renewable-energy-ataturk-dam.jpgTurkey’s alternative energy potential is huge, but it remains locked – at least so far. Earlier this month, Ankara hosted the International Energy Congress on Renewable Energy where the Turkish energy sector was the main discussion point. The congress attracted a record number of participants from public and private sectors, including the Turkish Minister of Energy and members of the country’s Parliament. It was once more observed that the potential of investments in Turkey is by far exceeding the enthusiasm of the bureaucrats and the readiness of the Turkish infrastructure."
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Turkey’s Season of the Anchovy
"Turkey’s Season of the Anchovy
By Yigal Schleifer
ISTANBUL | When it comes to fish, size isn’t everything. Take the tiny Black Sea anchovy, known in Turkey as hamsi. It may be small, cheap and unremarkable looking, but is nevertheless known as the “little prince” of fishes. In the Black Sea area, where hamsi are caught, the finger-sized fish are a staple, used in dozens of dishes and forming an important part of the local economy. The arrival of fall means the start of hamsi season, and for many Istanbul food lovers, it’s a time of celebration."
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By Yigal Schleifer
ISTANBUL | When it comes to fish, size isn’t everything. Take the tiny Black Sea anchovy, known in Turkey as hamsi. It may be small, cheap and unremarkable looking, but is nevertheless known as the “little prince” of fishes. In the Black Sea area, where hamsi are caught, the finger-sized fish are a staple, used in dozens of dishes and forming an important part of the local economy. The arrival of fall means the start of hamsi season, and for many Istanbul food lovers, it’s a time of celebration."
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Turkish c.bank says rate cuts may be extended - Forbes.com
"Turkish c.bank says rate cuts may be extended
10.27.09, 05:04 AM EDT
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ANKARA, Oct 27 (Reuters) - Turkey's Central Bank said it could reduce its benchmark interest rates temporarily below a level envisaged in its base scenario if capital inflows increase, Governor Durmus Yilmaz said on Tuesday."
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10.27.09, 05:04 AM EDT
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ANKARA, Oct 27 (Reuters) - Turkey's Central Bank said it could reduce its benchmark interest rates temporarily below a level envisaged in its base scenario if capital inflows increase, Governor Durmus Yilmaz said on Tuesday."
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Turkey and Serbia sign deals during Gul’s visit - South Eastern Europe - The Sofia Echo
"Turkey and Serbia sign deals during Gul’s visit
Turkey and Serbia have signed a series of bilateral agreements during Turkish president Abdullah Gul’s visit to Belgrade, and Gul has encouraged Turkish investment in Serbia, with both countries agreeing that Ankara’s recognition of Kosovo as independent should not stand between them."
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Turkey and Serbia have signed a series of bilateral agreements during Turkish president Abdullah Gul’s visit to Belgrade, and Gul has encouraged Turkish investment in Serbia, with both countries agreeing that Ankara’s recognition of Kosovo as independent should not stand between them."
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IBM Opens New Business Continuity and Resiliency Service Center in Izmir, Turkey | Reuters
"IBM Opens New Business Continuity and Resiliency Service Center in Izmir, Turkey
Tue Oct 27, 2009 6:00am EDT
IZMIR, Turkey, Oct. 27 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- In line with increasing
business demand, IBM (NYSE: IBM) has opened a new Business Continuity and
Resiliency Services (BCRS) Center in Izmir, Turkey, replacing the former
facility, which has been in operation since 1995. The new facility features
advanced data center capabilities and workplace-recovery technologies designed
to help companies safeguard and recover critical information and ensure
uninterrupted operations."
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Tue Oct 27, 2009 6:00am EDT
IZMIR, Turkey, Oct. 27 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- In line with increasing
business demand, IBM (NYSE: IBM) has opened a new Business Continuity and
Resiliency Services (BCRS) Center in Izmir, Turkey, replacing the former
facility, which has been in operation since 1995. The new facility features
advanced data center capabilities and workplace-recovery technologies designed
to help companies safeguard and recover critical information and ensure
uninterrupted operations."
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VIDEO: 2011 Volvo S60 Drawn on Paper by Blind Turkish Artist - Carscoop
VIDEO: 2011 Volvo S60 Drawn on Paper by Blind Turkish Artist"
Automakers and their respective marketing departments / advertising agencies come up with all sorts of ideas to generate interest in their current or future products - some successful, others not so much. For the promotion of its new 2011 S60 sedan that will be officially revealed at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2010, Volvo's Live Communication and Social Media decided to take a rather unconventional approach by calling in a blind Turkish artist named Esref Armagan to 'sample' the finished model and draw a picture of the car."
More:VIDEO: 2011 Volvo S60 Drawn on Paper by Blind Turkish Artist - Carscoop
Automakers and their respective marketing departments / advertising agencies come up with all sorts of ideas to generate interest in their current or future products - some successful, others not so much. For the promotion of its new 2011 S60 sedan that will be officially revealed at the Geneva Motor Show in March 2010, Volvo's Live Communication and Social Media decided to take a rather unconventional approach by calling in a blind Turkish artist named Esref Armagan to 'sample' the finished model and draw a picture of the car."
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Stronger dlr hits Turkish markets
"Stronger dlr hits Turkish markets
Tue Oct 27, 2009 4:45am EDT
ISTANBUL, Oct 27 (Reuters) - Bond prices slid while the lira softened on Tuesday on the effects of Monday's dollar strengthening on the Turkish market continued, dealers said."
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Tue Oct 27, 2009 4:45am EDT
ISTANBUL, Oct 27 (Reuters) - Bond prices slid while the lira softened on Tuesday on the effects of Monday's dollar strengthening on the Turkish market continued, dealers said."
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Turkish MEP meeting closed to press
"Turkish MEP meeting closed to press
Tuesday 27 October 2009
A question and answer session between members of the European parliament and Turkey's European affairs minister Egemen Bagis was closed to the press on Monday afternoon because a Dutch anti-immigration MEP was one of the delegates, the NRC reports."
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Tuesday 27 October 2009
A question and answer session between members of the European parliament and Turkey's European affairs minister Egemen Bagis was closed to the press on Monday afternoon because a Dutch anti-immigration MEP was one of the delegates, the NRC reports."
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Learning each other’s language to promote trust
"Learning each other’s language to promote trust
By Patrick Dewhurst
PROMOTING the teaching of Greek in Turkish Cypriot schools, and Turkish in Greek Cypriot schools is an important part of a Cyprus solution, the EU Commissioner for Multilingualism, Leonard Orban said yesterday.
'From a multilingualist point of view, the fact that more people would be able to learn the language of the other community is extremely important. This is one of the key messages of the multilingual policy. By learning the language of others we are strengthening the intercultural dialogue,” said Orban who is currently on a visit to the island.
'I know it is sensitive here but it is part of the solution. It will improve trust, and help people to live together and interact,” Orban told a news conference in Nicosia."
More: Cyprus Mail
By Patrick Dewhurst
PROMOTING the teaching of Greek in Turkish Cypriot schools, and Turkish in Greek Cypriot schools is an important part of a Cyprus solution, the EU Commissioner for Multilingualism, Leonard Orban said yesterday.
'From a multilingualist point of view, the fact that more people would be able to learn the language of the other community is extremely important. This is one of the key messages of the multilingual policy. By learning the language of others we are strengthening the intercultural dialogue,” said Orban who is currently on a visit to the island.
'I know it is sensitive here but it is part of the solution. It will improve trust, and help people to live together and interact,” Orban told a news conference in Nicosia."
More: Cyprus Mail
Turkish central bank sees flat demand in Q3 - Forbes.com
"Turkish central bank sees flat demand in Q3
10.27.09, 04:51 AM EDT
ANKARA, Oct 27 (Reuters) - Turkey's Central Bank sees a flat trend in domestic demand in the third quarter of this year, after a rise in the second quarter, Governor Durmus Yilmaz said on Tuesday."
More:Turkish central bank sees flat demand in Q3 - Forbes.com
10.27.09, 04:51 AM EDT
ANKARA, Oct 27 (Reuters) - Turkey's Central Bank sees a flat trend in domestic demand in the third quarter of this year, after a rise in the second quarter, Governor Durmus Yilmaz said on Tuesday."
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Miliband: Turning Turkey away from EU 'unconscionable' | EU - European Information on Enlargement
"Miliband: Turning Turkey away from EU 'unconscionable'[fr][de]
Published: Tuesday 27 October 2009
In a major foreign policy speech pronounced on Monday (26 October), UK Foreign Secretary David Miliband called for Turkey's full membership of the EU, provided that the candidate country satisfies human rights standards and addresses the role of the military and the separation of powers."
More:EurActiv.com - Miliband: Turning Turkey away from EU 'unconscionable' | EU - European Information on Enlargement
Published: Tuesday 27 October 2009
In a major foreign policy speech pronounced on Monday (26 October), UK Foreign Secretary David Miliband called for Turkey's full membership of the EU, provided that the candidate country satisfies human rights standards and addresses the role of the military and the separation of powers."
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No kissing, Turks told after first death from H1N1 | Reuters
"No kissing, Turks told after first death from H1N1
Tue Oct 27, 2009 3:58am EDT
ANKARA (Reuters) - Turkey's health minister urged Turks to avoid kissing or handshaking for the next five months to contain the spread of H1N1, newspapers said Tuesday, after Turkey reported its first known death from the flu virus."
More:No kissing, Turks told after first death from H1N1 | Reuters
Tue Oct 27, 2009 3:58am EDT
ANKARA (Reuters) - Turkey's health minister urged Turks to avoid kissing or handshaking for the next five months to contain the spread of H1N1, newspapers said Tuesday, after Turkey reported its first known death from the flu virus."
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Turkey orders national school recess to be disinfected as A/H1N1flu cases rise: report
"Turkey orders national school recess to be disinfected as A/H1N1flu cases rise: report
www.chinaview.cn 2009-10-27 07:21:40
ANKARA, Oct. 26 (Xinhua) -- Turkey announced Monday all educational institutions in the country will take a recess this Friday for a four-day break to be disinfected against the A/H1N1 flu, reported a Turkish newspaper on its website."
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www.chinaview.cn 2009-10-27 07:21:40
ANKARA, Oct. 26 (Xinhua) -- Turkey announced Monday all educational institutions in the country will take a recess this Friday for a four-day break to be disinfected against the A/H1N1 flu, reported a Turkish newspaper on its website."
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Armenia’s Turkish Border Remains Closed Pending Lawmaker Votes - Bloomberg.com
"Armenia’s Turkish Border Remains Closed Pending Lawmaker Votes
By Helena Bedwell
Oct. 27 (Bloomberg) -- Armenian lawmakers may delay voting on a treaty that would open the border with Turkey and boost the former Soviet republic’s economy until the Turkish parliament has considered the step."
More:Armenia’s Turkish Border Remains Closed Pending Lawmaker Votes - Bloomberg.com
By Helena Bedwell
Oct. 27 (Bloomberg) -- Armenian lawmakers may delay voting on a treaty that would open the border with Turkey and boost the former Soviet republic’s economy until the Turkish parliament has considered the step."
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Turkish Muslims protest over Israeli violence at Jerusalem shrine
"Turkish Muslims protest over Israeli violence at Jerusalem shrine
www.chinaview.cn 2009-10-27 07:24:10
ISTANBUL, Oct. 26 (Xinhua) -- Some 500 Turkish Muslims marched on street here on Monday in a protest against Israel over violence at a Jerusalem holy site for both Arabs and Jews."
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www.chinaview.cn 2009-10-27 07:24:10
ISTANBUL, Oct. 26 (Xinhua) -- Some 500 Turkish Muslims marched on street here on Monday in a protest against Israel over violence at a Jerusalem holy site for both Arabs and Jews."
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(Gen) Turkish Security Teams Capture 52 Illegal Migrants In Operations - Turk.Net
"Turkish Security Teams Capture 52 Illegal Migrants In Operations
AYVALIK/MALATYA/MUGLA (A.A) - 26.10.2009 - Turkish security teams captured 52 illegal migrants in northwestern province of Balikesir, eastern province of Malatya and southwestern province of Mugla."
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AYVALIK/MALATYA/MUGLA (A.A) - 26.10.2009 - Turkish security teams captured 52 illegal migrants in northwestern province of Balikesir, eastern province of Malatya and southwestern province of Mugla."
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1,095 A/H1N1 flu cases reported in Turkey
"1,095 A/H1N1 flu cases reported in Turkey
www.chinaview.cn 2009-10-27 07:19:59
ANKARA, Oct. 26 (Xinhua) -- Turkish Health Ministry said on Monday that a total of 1,095 A/H1N1 flu cases have been reported in Turkey so far, the semi-official Anatolia news agency reported."
More:1,095 A/H1N1 flu cases reported in Turkey _English_Xinhua
www.chinaview.cn 2009-10-27 07:19:59
ANKARA, Oct. 26 (Xinhua) -- Turkish Health Ministry said on Monday that a total of 1,095 A/H1N1 flu cases have been reported in Turkey so far, the semi-official Anatolia news agency reported."
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Briefing on the Release of the 2009 Annual Report on International Religious Freedom
"Briefing on the Release of the 2009 Annual Report on International Religious Freedom
Michael H. Posner
Assistant Secretary, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor
Washington, DC
October 26, 2009
[Editor's Note: Secretary Clinton introduced Assistant Secretary Posner at the conclusion of her remarks on the release of the 2009 International Religious Freedom Report.]
...QUESTION: (Inaudible) with Turkish daily Hurriyet. Regarding Turkey here and the executive summary, it says authorities continue their broad ban on wearing Islamic religious headscarves in government offices, as well as in public schools. So what are you saying? Are you saying that the ban on headscarves should be lifted in Turkey?
ASSISTANT SECRETARY POSNER: We’re saying that this is one of the issues of how people express their religious identity, and I think as a general matter, our intention, our hope would be that societies would find a way to allow people to express their religious attitude, their religious belief in nonviolent ways. I don’t know that we’ve got a government position on headscarves, but it – I think raising that in the report suggests that we are trying to encourage, in a general way, governments to find – look, revisit questions about symbolic representations of religion that are nonviolent, and to the extent possible, encourage people or allow people to make those decisions for themselves."
More:Briefing on the Release of the 2009 Annual Report on International Religious Freedom
Michael H. Posner
Assistant Secretary, Bureau of Democracy, Human Rights, and Labor
Washington, DC
October 26, 2009
[Editor's Note: Secretary Clinton introduced Assistant Secretary Posner at the conclusion of her remarks on the release of the 2009 International Religious Freedom Report.]
...QUESTION: (Inaudible) with Turkish daily Hurriyet. Regarding Turkey here and the executive summary, it says authorities continue their broad ban on wearing Islamic religious headscarves in government offices, as well as in public schools. So what are you saying? Are you saying that the ban on headscarves should be lifted in Turkey?
ASSISTANT SECRETARY POSNER: We’re saying that this is one of the issues of how people express their religious identity, and I think as a general matter, our intention, our hope would be that societies would find a way to allow people to express their religious attitude, their religious belief in nonviolent ways. I don’t know that we’ve got a government position on headscarves, but it – I think raising that in the report suggests that we are trying to encourage, in a general way, governments to find – look, revisit questions about symbolic representations of religion that are nonviolent, and to the extent possible, encourage people or allow people to make those decisions for themselves."
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Monday, October 26, 2009
Turkey can and must mediate in the region
"Turkey can and must mediate in the region
Israel is perturbed over Ankara's strategy to advance ties with the Arab world
US President Theodore Roosevelt famously said in 1901 that strong nations should 'speak softly and carry a big stick'. His big stick was the military might of the United States, wielded repeatedly throughout the 20th century."
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Israel is perturbed over Ankara's strategy to advance ties with the Arab world
US President Theodore Roosevelt famously said in 1901 that strong nations should 'speak softly and carry a big stick'. His big stick was the military might of the United States, wielded repeatedly throughout the 20th century."
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Is Turkey Leaving the West?
"Is Turkey Leaving the West?
By Soner Cagaptay
Foreign Affairs, October 26, 2009
In early October, Turkey disinvited Israel from Anatolian Eagle, an annual Turkish air force exercise that it had held with Israel, NATO, and the United States since the mid-1990s. It marked the first time Turkey's governing Justice and Development Party (AKP) let its increasingly anti-Western rhetoric spill into its foreign policy strategy, and the move may suggest that Turkey's continued cooperation with the West is far from guaranteed."
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By Soner Cagaptay
Foreign Affairs, October 26, 2009
In early October, Turkey disinvited Israel from Anatolian Eagle, an annual Turkish air force exercise that it had held with Israel, NATO, and the United States since the mid-1990s. It marked the first time Turkey's governing Justice and Development Party (AKP) let its increasingly anti-Western rhetoric spill into its foreign policy strategy, and the move may suggest that Turkey's continued cooperation with the West is far from guaranteed."
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Turkey's strategic foreign policy shift
"Turkey's strategic foreign policy shift
By Mohammad Akef Jamal
Turkish foreign policy took a new turn after the appointment of Ahmad Dawood Oglu as Foreign Minister in May. Oglu, who was previously chief advisor to Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan, has a vision to expand Turkey's role, achieving breakthroughs in the Middle East and Europe."
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By Mohammad Akef Jamal
Turkish foreign policy took a new turn after the appointment of Ahmad Dawood Oglu as Foreign Minister in May. Oglu, who was previously chief advisor to Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan, has a vision to expand Turkey's role, achieving breakthroughs in the Middle East and Europe."
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EU troubled by Turkey's "friendship" with Iran | Radio Netherlands Worldwide
"EU troubled by Turkey's 'friendship' with Iran
On air: 26 October 2009 16:30
Newsline 26 October 2009: Turkey worries the EU with show of support for Iran. A look at why th EU's failing to make a difference in Afghanistan. American Atheists look to spread disbelief in New York. A new Dutch MEP thinks the EU's giving him too much money."
More:EU troubled by Turkey's "friendship" with Iran | Radio Netherlands Worldwide
On air: 26 October 2009 16:30
Newsline 26 October 2009: Turkey worries the EU with show of support for Iran. A look at why th EU's failing to make a difference in Afghanistan. American Atheists look to spread disbelief in New York. A new Dutch MEP thinks the EU's giving him too much money."
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Kurdish Teens Jailed Under Turkish Anti-Terror Law Pose Reconciliation Challenge
"Kurdish Teens Jailed Under Turkish Anti-Terror Law Pose Reconciliation Challenge
By Dorian Jones
Adana, Turkey
26 October 2009
Reconciliation efforts between the Turkish government and Kurdish rebels were given a boost last week when a small group of rebels from the outlawed Kurdistan Workers Party crossed over from Iraq and turned themselves into Turkish security forces. Some observers have called the largely symbolic event a turning point, but key challenges remain. One of those challenges is the plight of hundreds of Kurdish teenagers facing decades in prison after being accused of supporting terrorism."
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By Dorian Jones
Adana, Turkey
26 October 2009
Reconciliation efforts between the Turkish government and Kurdish rebels were given a boost last week when a small group of rebels from the outlawed Kurdistan Workers Party crossed over from Iraq and turned themselves into Turkish security forces. Some observers have called the largely symbolic event a turning point, but key challenges remain. One of those challenges is the plight of hundreds of Kurdish teenagers facing decades in prison after being accused of supporting terrorism."
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