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Erdogan's Rhetoric Raises Diplomatic Tensions

Erdogan's Rhetoric Raises Diplomatic Tensions

Dorian Jones

July 22, 2014 1:37 PM
ISTANBUL —

Turkey’s prime minister has been criticizing U.S. policies in the Middle East, particularly regarding the conflict in Syria and fighting between Israel and Palestinians in the Gaza Strip. Analysts say tension between Washington and Ankara comes at a time when the two allies must cooperate to confront the growing threat by Islamic extremists.

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