Saturday, September 24, 2011

Turkey sends oil ship to Cyprus as tension grows

Turkey sends oil ship to Cyprus as tension grows
The Piri Reis leaves the Turkish port of Izmir, 23 September It was unclear of the ship would be escorted to northern Cyprus

Turkey has sent an energy exploration ship to search for gas and oil in waters off the Turkish-controlled north of Cyprus.

More:BBC News - Turkey sends oil ship to Cyprus as tension grows