Turkey's university faculties unite against being divided
Fehim Tastekin April 30, 2018
Article Summary
Turkish academia is in upheaval following the government’s decision to split up 13 major universities to form new ones, while university departments say that the proposal is fueled by ulterior motives and that resources are already spread too thin.
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Monday, April 30, 2018
Daniel Pipes: Turkey's election has no good options - The Rebel
Daniel Pipes: Turkey's election has no good options
Ezra LevantRebel Commander
On Wednesday show, Middle East Forum President Daniel Pipes joined me to discuss the upcoming Turkish election.
Although Turkey is technically a "NATO ally", it has become an increasingly Islamist authoritarian state under the leadership of President Erdogan.
More:Daniel Pipes: Turkey's election has no good options - The Rebel
Ezra LevantRebel Commander
On Wednesday show, Middle East Forum President Daniel Pipes joined me to discuss the upcoming Turkish election.
Although Turkey is technically a "NATO ally", it has become an increasingly Islamist authoritarian state under the leadership of President Erdogan.
More:Daniel Pipes: Turkey's election has no good options - The Rebel
Turkey marks one year without Wikipedia - The Verge
Turkey marks one year without Wikipedia
The country’s ban on Wikipedia is the most comprehensive in the world
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The country’s ban on Wikipedia is the most comprehensive in the world
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EU examines a visa-free working plan for Turks travelling to Schengen countries
EU examines a visa-free working plan for Turks travelling to Schengen countries
By Lida Filippakis / Published on: 30-04-2018, 13:20
European Union sources said on Monday that a bloc's delegation will visit Turkey in mid-May to debate a visa-free plan and the issue of refugees, who, once again are lately re-entering Europe through Greece in big numbers.
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By Lida Filippakis / Published on: 30-04-2018, 13:20
European Union sources said on Monday that a bloc's delegation will visit Turkey in mid-May to debate a visa-free plan and the issue of refugees, who, once again are lately re-entering Europe through Greece in big numbers.
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Over a Dozen Journalists Convicted as ‘Terrorists’ in Turkey - MediaFile
Over a Dozen Journalists Convicted as ‘Terrorists’ in Turkey
April 30, 2018 at 12:00 am
By Shayna Greene in International
A Turkish court in Silivri sentenced 14 journalists from one of the last independent newspapers in Turkey, Cumhuriyet, with jail time on terrorism charges. The staff from this paper, known for being highly critical of President Erdogan’s administration, were found guilty of supporting Turkish exile Fethullah Gulen, who has been accused by Erdogan of leading the attempted coup in 2016. These accusations have been denied by Gulen but the Cumhuriyet journalists may face up to eight years for allegedly supporting him.
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April 30, 2018 at 12:00 am
By Shayna Greene in International
A Turkish court in Silivri sentenced 14 journalists from one of the last independent newspapers in Turkey, Cumhuriyet, with jail time on terrorism charges. The staff from this paper, known for being highly critical of President Erdogan’s administration, were found guilty of supporting Turkish exile Fethullah Gulen, who has been accused by Erdogan of leading the attempted coup in 2016. These accusations have been denied by Gulen but the Cumhuriyet journalists may face up to eight years for allegedly supporting him.
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Sunday, April 29, 2018
President Erdogan is trampling on Turkey’s freedoms
President Erdogan is trampling on Turkey’s freedoms
As Germany has shown, Ankara does sometimes respond to pressure
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As Germany has shown, Ankara does sometimes respond to pressure
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Saturday, April 28, 2018
After long history of defeats, Turkish opposition sees a chance to beat Erdogan | | AW
After long history of defeats, Turkish opposition sees a chance to beat Erdogan
Opinion polls see Erdogan struggling to reach more than 50% of the vote in the presidential election on June 24.
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Opinion polls see Erdogan struggling to reach more than 50% of the vote in the presidential election on June 24.
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Turkey's Gul Says He Won't Run Against Erdogan in June Election - Bloomberg
Turkey's Gul Says He Won't Run Against Erdogan in June Election
By Cagan Koc
and Constantine Courcoulas
April 28, 2018, 8:22 AM EDT
Turkey’s former president Abdullah Gul said he won’t be a candidate in snap presidential elections to be held in June, putting to rest speculation that he could harm incumbent Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s chances.
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By Cagan Koc
and Constantine Courcoulas
April 28, 2018, 8:22 AM EDT
Turkey’s former president Abdullah Gul said he won’t be a candidate in snap presidential elections to be held in June, putting to rest speculation that he could harm incumbent Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s chances.
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Ankara edging back to Washington's side in Syria, Turkish analysts say | MENAFN.COM
Ankara edging back to Washington's side in Syria, Turkish analysts say
Following a move two years ago toward closer coordination with Russia on its Syria policy, Turkey appears to be signaling a return to working with the United States.
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Following a move two years ago toward closer coordination with Russia on its Syria policy, Turkey appears to be signaling a return to working with the United States.
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From refugees to earthquakes, Istanbul ready for a reshape, say city planners | Reuters
From refugees to earthquakes, Istanbul ready for a reshape, say city planners
Adela Suliman
BONN, Germany April 28 (Thomson Reuters Foundation) - Faced with a fast-growing population and risks from earthquakes and flooding, Istanbul must take bold steps to adapt and improve the quality of life of its residents, planning experts from Turkey’s biggest city said on Saturday.
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Adela Suliman
BONN, Germany April 28 (Thomson Reuters Foundation) - Faced with a fast-growing population and risks from earthquakes and flooding, Istanbul must take bold steps to adapt and improve the quality of life of its residents, planning experts from Turkey’s biggest city said on Saturday.
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Friday, April 27, 2018
Pompeo presses Turkey on S-400 missiles purchase from Russia | Top News | Reuters
Pompeo presses Turkey on S-400 missiles purchase from Russia
Reuters Staff
BRUSSELS (Reuters) - Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on Friday told his Turkish counterpart that the United States was seriously concerned over Ankara’s decision to buy Russian S-400 surface-to-air missile batteries, which are not compatible with NATO’s defenses.
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Reuters Staff
BRUSSELS (Reuters) - Secretary of State Mike Pompeo on Friday told his Turkish counterpart that the United States was seriously concerned over Ankara’s decision to buy Russian S-400 surface-to-air missile batteries, which are not compatible with NATO’s defenses.
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Europe and Turkey: The end of illusion – EURACTIV.com
Europe and Turkey: The end of illusion
The summit held in Ankara on 4 April between Putin, Erdoğan, and Rouhani provides an eye-opening depiction of the rapidly changing discourse of 2018 geostrategic international rivalry
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The summit held in Ankara on 4 April between Putin, Erdoğan, and Rouhani provides an eye-opening depiction of the rapidly changing discourse of 2018 geostrategic international rivalry
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Economic confidence down in April in Turkey
Economic confidence down in April in Turkey
ANKARA – Anadolu Agency
Economic confidence in Turkey slipped month-on-month in April, falling by 2 percent to 98.3, the Turkish Statistical Institute (TÜİK) said on April 27.
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ANKARA – Anadolu Agency
Economic confidence in Turkey slipped month-on-month in April, falling by 2 percent to 98.3, the Turkish Statistical Institute (TÜİK) said on April 27.
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Turkish overseas balloting to start on June 7
Turkish overseas balloting to start on June 7
ANKARA – Anadolu Agency
According to the official election calendar published on April 26, Turkish expats will be able to vote in the upcoming early presidential and parliamentary elections for 12 days from June 7 to June 19.
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ANKARA – Anadolu Agency
According to the official election calendar published on April 26, Turkish expats will be able to vote in the upcoming early presidential and parliamentary elections for 12 days from June 7 to June 19.
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I’m not a dictator, the opposition is – Erdoğan | Ahval
I’m not a dictator, the opposition is – Erdoğan
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has responded to accusations that he is becoming a dictator by denying the claims and saying that it is the main opposition that is acting dictatorially, Hürriyet newspaper said .
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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has responded to accusations that he is becoming a dictator by denying the claims and saying that it is the main opposition that is acting dictatorially, Hürriyet newspaper said .
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Turkeyʹs controversial Ilisu dam project: The countdown has begun - Qantara.de
The countdown has begun
A huge dam project in Turkeyʹs southeast is forcing residents of an ancient town earmarked for flooding to uproot. Yet many still donʹt know where they should go. Diego Cupolo reports from Hasankeyf
More:Turkeyʹs controversial Ilisu dam project: The countdown has begun - Qantara.de
A huge dam project in Turkeyʹs southeast is forcing residents of an ancient town earmarked for flooding to uproot. Yet many still donʹt know where they should go. Diego Cupolo reports from Hasankeyf
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Thursday, April 26, 2018
Here’s why Turkey’s snap election won’t solve all the lira’s problems - MarketWatch
Here’s why Turkey’s snap election won’t solve all the lira’s problems
Published: Apr 26, 2018 4:33 p.m. ET
By Anneken Tappe
It will take more than a snap election to fix Turkey’s fundamental economic problems or provide more than a temporary lift to the long-suffering lira.
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Published: Apr 26, 2018 4:33 p.m. ET
By Anneken Tappe
It will take more than a snap election to fix Turkey’s fundamental economic problems or provide more than a temporary lift to the long-suffering lira.
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Turkish Lira Seen Outperforming Peers on Central Bank Backstop - Bloomberg
Turkish Lira Seen Outperforming Peers on Central Bank Backstop
By Constantine Courcoulas
April 25, 2018, 11:00 PM EDT Updated on April 26, 2018, 3:09 AM EDT
Turkey’s central bank hasn’t boosted the lira, but it may have saved it ahead of elections.
While the currency quickly erased a jump after policy makers raised a key rate more than expected on Wednesday, it is still beating peers this week. The central bank has provided a buffer from the torrent of bad news that is hurting emerging markets, from higher U.S. Treasury yields to rising oil prices.
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By Constantine Courcoulas
April 25, 2018, 11:00 PM EDT Updated on April 26, 2018, 3:09 AM EDT
Turkey’s central bank hasn’t boosted the lira, but it may have saved it ahead of elections.
While the currency quickly erased a jump after policy makers raised a key rate more than expected on Wednesday, it is still beating peers this week. The central bank has provided a buffer from the torrent of bad news that is hurting emerging markets, from higher U.S. Treasury yields to rising oil prices.
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Turkey’s Eastern Express puts romance back on tracks | The Wider Image | Reuters
Turkey’s Eastern Express puts romance back on tracks
Erzincan, Turkey Photography by Umit Bektas. Reporting by Ece Toksabay.
"We love travelling, so this suits us perfectly. This is a short demo of a life-long journey together," said Emre, who popped the question this month after a two-year relationship.
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Erzincan, Turkey Photography by Umit Bektas. Reporting by Ece Toksabay.
"We love travelling, so this suits us perfectly. This is a short demo of a life-long journey together," said Emre, who popped the question this month after a two-year relationship.
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Turkey’s electoral board: 11 parties to run in June polls
Turkey’s electoral board: 11 parties to run in June polls
ANKARA – Anadolu Agency
Turkey’s electoral body on April 25 announced that 11 political parties will compete in the June 24 polls.
The Supreme Board of Elections (YSK) on April 22 had said 10 parties, including the ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP), main opposition Republican People’s Party (CHP), and Nationalist Movement Party (MHP), will run in the parliamentary and presidential elections.
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ANKARA – Anadolu Agency
Turkey’s electoral body on April 25 announced that 11 political parties will compete in the June 24 polls.
The Supreme Board of Elections (YSK) on April 22 had said 10 parties, including the ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP), main opposition Republican People’s Party (CHP), and Nationalist Movement Party (MHP), will run in the parliamentary and presidential elections.
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Wednesday, April 25, 2018
Erdogan goes on warpath for a landslide victory in June elections | Jordan Times
Erdogan goes on warpath for a landslide victory in June elections
Apr 25,2018 - Last updated at Apr 25,2018
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has gone on the warpath to convince his country's voters to give him a wide margin of victory in the June 24 snap presidential election forwarded from November 2019. A landslide would enable him to expand his authority and strengthen his grip on power.
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Apr 25,2018 - Last updated at Apr 25,2018
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has gone on the warpath to convince his country's voters to give him a wide margin of victory in the June 24 snap presidential election forwarded from November 2019. A landslide would enable him to expand his authority and strengthen his grip on power.
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Turkey Election Could Be Full of Surprises
Turkish Election Call Sparks Fresh Thinking
By Nathaniel Handy
President Erdogan’s snap poll reinvigorates Turkish politics in unexpected ways. Turkey’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is a master at outflanking his political opponents. Despite rumors that an early general election would be called, no one expected it to be quite so last minute. On June 24, Turkey will go to the polls in a watershed vote that will — so the script goes — see Erdogan consolidate his grip on a new executive presidency in a transformed political landscape.
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By Nathaniel Handy
President Erdogan’s snap poll reinvigorates Turkish politics in unexpected ways. Turkey’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is a master at outflanking his political opponents. Despite rumors that an early general election would be called, no one expected it to be quite so last minute. On June 24, Turkey will go to the polls in a watershed vote that will — so the script goes — see Erdogan consolidate his grip on a new executive presidency in a transformed political landscape.
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Erdogan’s Motley Opponents Have United to Take Him Down – Foreign Policy
Erdogan’s Motley Opponents Have United to Take Him Down
Turkey’s strongman might not be strong enough to survive the early elections he wanted.
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Turkey’s strongman might not be strong enough to survive the early elections he wanted.
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How Gallipoli has become part of a key political struggle in Turkey | The Spinoff
How Gallipoli has become part of a key political struggle in Turkey
Guest Post | Guest writer Commentary
While NZ and Australian visitor numbers may be dropping, Erdoğan’s hailed ‘pious generation’ are attending commemorations in increasing numbers. Islamic influence on remembrance rites at Gallipoli has been growing for more than a decade, but its political significance has increased dramatically since the July 2016 attempted coup, write Brad West and Ayhan Aktar
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Guest Post | Guest writer Commentary
While NZ and Australian visitor numbers may be dropping, Erdoğan’s hailed ‘pious generation’ are attending commemorations in increasing numbers. Islamic influence on remembrance rites at Gallipoli has been growing for more than a decade, but its political significance has increased dramatically since the July 2016 attempted coup, write Brad West and Ayhan Aktar
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Erdogan Grooming Child Martyrs | Clarion Project Clarion Project
Erdogan Grooming Child Martyrs
By Clarion Project Wednesday, April 25, 2018
A series of tweets from AKP Watch show young, Turkish children in Germany and Austria being indoctrinated into being the next line of soldiers and martyrs for Turkey’s Islamist President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s Islamist and expansionist agenda.
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By Clarion Project Wednesday, April 25, 2018
A series of tweets from AKP Watch show young, Turkish children in Germany and Austria being indoctrinated into being the next line of soldiers and martyrs for Turkey’s Islamist President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s Islamist and expansionist agenda.
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Turkey’s Erdogan to Stage Election Rally in Sarajevo :: Balkan Insight
Turkey’s Erdogan to Stage Election Rally in Sarajevo
After some Western European countries banned Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s presidential election campaign rallies, the Turkish leader and his ruling party will hold their first demonstration abroad in Sarajevo.
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After some Western European countries banned Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s presidential election campaign rallies, the Turkish leader and his ruling party will hold their first demonstration abroad in Sarajevo.
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Turkey Surprises With Bigger Rate Hike to Bolster Lira - Bloomberg
Turkey Surprises With Bigger Rate Hike to Bolster Lira
By Selcan Hacaoglu
and Onur Ant
April 25, 2018, 7:08 AM EDT Updated on April 25, 2018, 7:20 AM EDT
Turkey’s central bank raised interest rates for the first time this year, lending support to the lira as it seeks to contain inflation in the weeks leading up to early presidential elections in June.
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By Selcan Hacaoglu
and Onur Ant
April 25, 2018, 7:08 AM EDT Updated on April 25, 2018, 7:20 AM EDT
Turkey’s central bank raised interest rates for the first time this year, lending support to the lira as it seeks to contain inflation in the weeks leading up to early presidential elections in June.
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Tuesday, April 24, 2018
Tornos News | Turkey: "Year of Troy" with Turkish Airlines as "Trojan Horse" (video)
Turkey: "Year of Troy" with Turkish Airlines as "Trojan Horse" (video)
Turkey's tourism industry has launched impressive schemes to rely on the rising popularity of the ancient and enigmatic city of Troy to lure more tourists, Xinhua reports.
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Turkey's tourism industry has launched impressive schemes to rely on the rising popularity of the ancient and enigmatic city of Troy to lure more tourists, Xinhua reports.
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Afghans fleeing violence unwelcome in Turkey
Afghans fleeing violence unwelcome in Turkey
Amberin Zaman (Turkey Pulse) April 24, 2018
Article Summary
Human rights groups warn that thousands of Afghan refugees in Turkey face abuse and deportation as the country focuses on the millions of Syrian asylum-seekers ahead of this summer's vote.
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Amberin Zaman (Turkey Pulse) April 24, 2018
Article Summary
Human rights groups warn that thousands of Afghan refugees in Turkey face abuse and deportation as the country focuses on the millions of Syrian asylum-seekers ahead of this summer's vote.
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Erdogan moves quickly to strengthen his grip on power
Erdogan moves quickly to strengthen his grip on power
The Turkish president’s anxiety for a vote suggests its result may not be inevitable
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The Turkish president’s anxiety for a vote suggests its result may not be inevitable
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President Erdogan Is Turning Turkey Into Putin's Russia | Time
How President Erdogan Is Turning Turkey Into Putin's Russia
By Soner Cagaptay 8:40 AM EDT
As Turkey gears up for snap elections on June 24, the country’s president Recep Tayyip Erdogan faces a problem: Turkish society is profoundly polarized. Despite his efforts to build a stable majority as the foundation of his right-wing regime, his policies of demonizing centrist and leftist groups mean that half of Turkey opposes him vehemently and seems determined not to accept him as leader. He won last year’s referendum granting him sweeping executive powers with just a 2 percent margin, even though resources devoted to his campaign far outweighed the resources devoted to the campaign opposing him.
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By Soner Cagaptay 8:40 AM EDT
As Turkey gears up for snap elections on June 24, the country’s president Recep Tayyip Erdogan faces a problem: Turkish society is profoundly polarized. Despite his efforts to build a stable majority as the foundation of his right-wing regime, his policies of demonizing centrist and leftist groups mean that half of Turkey opposes him vehemently and seems determined not to accept him as leader. He won last year’s referendum granting him sweeping executive powers with just a 2 percent margin, even though resources devoted to his campaign far outweighed the resources devoted to the campaign opposing him.
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Monday, April 23, 2018
Turkey is succumbing to collective insanity - The Washington Post
Turkey is succumbing to collective insanity
by Asli Aydintasbas April 23 at 5:28 PM Email the author
Let’s start with the question of sanity. Here is a letter from Turkey’s leading civil society leader, Osman Kavala, who spent months in prison for the following reasons: having dinner with a visiting American academic; for organizing the failed coup of 2016; and funding an urban uprising in Istanbul in 2013 or supporting Kurdish separatists, depending on which version of the official story you chose to believe:
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by Asli Aydintasbas April 23 at 5:28 PM Email the author
Let’s start with the question of sanity. Here is a letter from Turkey’s leading civil society leader, Osman Kavala, who spent months in prison for the following reasons: having dinner with a visiting American academic; for organizing the failed coup of 2016; and funding an urban uprising in Istanbul in 2013 or supporting Kurdish separatists, depending on which version of the official story you chose to believe:
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The Islamization of Turkey | Jewish & Israel News Algemeiner.com
The Islamization of Turkey
avatar by Rauf Baker
The Turkish regime is gradually transforming into a more developed and dangerous version of Al Qaeda. Their rhetoric and approach seem convergent or even identical. The difference is that Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan is leading a country of significant geopolitical importance — not a militant group scattered across Afghanistan’s mountains.
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avatar by Rauf Baker
The Turkish regime is gradually transforming into a more developed and dangerous version of Al Qaeda. Their rhetoric and approach seem convergent or even identical. The difference is that Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan is leading a country of significant geopolitical importance — not a militant group scattered across Afghanistan’s mountains.
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Sunday, April 22, 2018
Under Erdogan, Turkey's Foreign Policy Is a One-Man Show
Under Erdogan, Turkey's Foreign Policy Is a One-Man Show
By Sinan Ciddi
For most of Turkey's modern history, its foreign policy drew from the suggestions of the armed forces, the civilian government and career professionals in the foreign ministry. The resulting policy formulations — whether they produced positive or negative outcomes for Turkey — emerged from a set process involving myriad interagency consultations over the country's capability, capacity and interests. Today, that is no longer the case. Since taking his current office in August 2014, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has called the shots in Turkish foreign policy. The country's actions and objectives on the world stage are now a product of his preferences, rather than a deliberative process.
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By Sinan Ciddi
For most of Turkey's modern history, its foreign policy drew from the suggestions of the armed forces, the civilian government and career professionals in the foreign ministry. The resulting policy formulations — whether they produced positive or negative outcomes for Turkey — emerged from a set process involving myriad interagency consultations over the country's capability, capacity and interests. Today, that is no longer the case. Since taking his current office in August 2014, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has called the shots in Turkish foreign policy. The country's actions and objectives on the world stage are now a product of his preferences, rather than a deliberative process.
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Turkish lawmakers switch parties in challenge to Erdogan | World | stltoday.com
Turkish lawmakers switch parties in challenge to Erdogan
By ZEYNEP BILGINSOY Associated Press 7 hrs ago (0)
ISTANBUL (AP) — More than a dozen Turkish opposition lawmakers switched parties Sunday in a show of solidarity as President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's rivals scramble to challenge him in a surprise snap election that could solidify his rule.
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By ZEYNEP BILGINSOY Associated Press 7 hrs ago (0)
ISTANBUL (AP) — More than a dozen Turkish opposition lawmakers switched parties Sunday in a show of solidarity as President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's rivals scramble to challenge him in a surprise snap election that could solidify his rule.
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Saturday, April 21, 2018
Turkish opposition leader says Erdogan will lose at polls
Turkish opposition leader says Erdogan will lose at polls
By AYSE WIETING and ZEYNEP BILGINSOY -
4/21/18 4:05 PM
ISTANBUL, Turkey — The leader of Turkey’s main opposition party predicted Saturday that voters who backed President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in the past would “side with democracy” instead of a “dictatorship” during the next elections in June.
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By AYSE WIETING and ZEYNEP BILGINSOY -
4/21/18 4:05 PM
ISTANBUL, Turkey — The leader of Turkey’s main opposition party predicted Saturday that voters who backed President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in the past would “side with democracy” instead of a “dictatorship” during the next elections in June.
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Explainer: can the İyi Parti run in the 2018 Turkish election? - James in Turkey
Explainer: can the İyi Parti run in the 2018 Turkish election?
Saturday 21 April 2018 0
Explainer: can the İyi Parti run in the 2018 Turkish election?
Turkey’s new centre-right movement may fall foul of rules for recently-founded political parties
Will they be allowed inside?
That is the question asked of the İyi Parti, or Good Party, after Turkey suddenly called a snap election for 24 June.
Six months after a group of MHP rebels finally formalised their movement, many have been asking whether it may fall foul of complicated rules that suggesting it must have held its first congress at least six months before an election.
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Saturday 21 April 2018 0
Explainer: can the İyi Parti run in the 2018 Turkish election?
Turkey’s new centre-right movement may fall foul of rules for recently-founded political parties
Will they be allowed inside?
That is the question asked of the İyi Parti, or Good Party, after Turkey suddenly called a snap election for 24 June.
Six months after a group of MHP rebels finally formalised their movement, many have been asking whether it may fall foul of complicated rules that suggesting it must have held its first congress at least six months before an election.
More:Explainer: can the İyi Parti run in the 2018 Turkish election? - James in Turkey
Why has Turkey’s president called early elections? - The Economist explains
The Economist explains
Why has Turkey’s president called early elections?
It has a lot to do with the economy
The Economist explains Apr 21st 2018 SINCE the start of the year, the question on the minds of many Turks was not whether President Recep Tayyip Erdogan (pictured, left) would call early presidential and parliamentary elections, but when. The answer arrived on April 18th, when the Turkish strongman pushed the vote forward by eighteen months, to June 24th 2018, earlier than almost everyone had expected. So what does Mr Erdogan hope to achieve by marching Turks to the polls for the sixth time in four years, and for the second time under emergency law?
More:Why has Turkey’s president called early elections? - The Economist explains
Why has Turkey’s president called early elections?
It has a lot to do with the economy
The Economist explains Apr 21st 2018 SINCE the start of the year, the question on the minds of many Turks was not whether President Recep Tayyip Erdogan (pictured, left) would call early presidential and parliamentary elections, but when. The answer arrived on April 18th, when the Turkish strongman pushed the vote forward by eighteen months, to June 24th 2018, earlier than almost everyone had expected. So what does Mr Erdogan hope to achieve by marching Turks to the polls for the sixth time in four years, and for the second time under emergency law?
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As Hungary becomes Turkey | Ahval
As Hungary becomes Turkey
On Apr. 8, Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s party the Hungarian Civic Alliance (Fidesz) won parliamentary elections to extend his eight-year rule over NATO and European Union (EU) member Hungary. Many say that Hungary is drifting away from democracy under the rule of Orban and is on its way to becoming a second Turkey.
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On Apr. 8, Prime Minister Viktor Orban’s party the Hungarian Civic Alliance (Fidesz) won parliamentary elections to extend his eight-year rule over NATO and European Union (EU) member Hungary. Many say that Hungary is drifting away from democracy under the rule of Orban and is on its way to becoming a second Turkey.
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Turkey's Erdogan says emergency rule good for economy as stops terrorism, strikes
Turkey's Erdogan says emergency rule good for economy as stops terrorism, strikes
Reuters Staff
3 Min Read
ISTANBUL (Reuters) - Businesses should welcome Turkey’s state of emergency because it guards against terrorism and prevents workers from going out on strike, President Tayyip Erdogan said on Saturday.
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Reuters Staff
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ISTANBUL (Reuters) - Businesses should welcome Turkey’s state of emergency because it guards against terrorism and prevents workers from going out on strike, President Tayyip Erdogan said on Saturday.
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Friday, April 20, 2018
Erdogan's shock election call brings cherished powers within reach
Erdogan's shock election call brings cherished powers within reach
Dominic Evans, David Dolan
ISTANBUL (Reuters) - Tayyip Erdogan’s shock announcement of snap elections in June has caught Turkey’s troubled opposition off guard and brought him within reach of his cherished goal, a powerful presidency with sweeping executive powers.
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Dominic Evans, David Dolan
ISTANBUL (Reuters) - Tayyip Erdogan’s shock announcement of snap elections in June has caught Turkey’s troubled opposition off guard and brought him within reach of his cherished goal, a powerful presidency with sweeping executive powers.
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German gov't bans Turkish campaigning before elections - Xinhua | English.news.cn
German gov't bans Turkish campaigning before elections
Source: Xinhua 2018-04-20 23:59:32
BERLIN, April 20 (Xinhua) -- Turkish politicians will not be allowed to campaign in Germany ahead of presidential and parliamentary elections to be held in Turkey on June 24, the German government clarified on Friday.
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Source: Xinhua 2018-04-20 23:59:32
BERLIN, April 20 (Xinhua) -- Turkish politicians will not be allowed to campaign in Germany ahead of presidential and parliamentary elections to be held in Turkey on June 24, the German government clarified on Friday.
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U.S. has 'concerns' about Turkey holding fair vote under state of emergency
U.S. has 'concerns' about Turkey holding fair vote under state of emergency
Reuters•April 19, 2018
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The United States said on Thursday it had concerns about Turkey's ability to hold free and fair elections given the ongoing state of emergency, a day after Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan called for a snap vote on June 24.
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Reuters•April 19, 2018
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The United States said on Thursday it had concerns about Turkey's ability to hold free and fair elections given the ongoing state of emergency, a day after Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan called for a snap vote on June 24.
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Thursday, April 19, 2018
Afghans make long trek west before Turkey secures border
Afghans make long trek west before Turkey secures border
Ece Toksabay
AGRI, Turkey (Reuters) - On a mountainous road leading west from the Iranian border, 22-year-old Sunnatilla Rasulbek trudges through heavy rain, one of tens of thousands of Afghans hoping to find work and security in Turkey before a wall goes up to keep them out.
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Ece Toksabay
AGRI, Turkey (Reuters) - On a mountainous road leading west from the Iranian border, 22-year-old Sunnatilla Rasulbek trudges through heavy rain, one of tens of thousands of Afghans hoping to find work and security in Turkey before a wall goes up to keep them out.
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Erdogan 'needs every vote' and is looking to Turks in U.S. for support
Erdogan 'needs every vote' and is looking to Turks in U.S. for support
The strongman's ruling party "has been suffering from an image problem in the U.S."
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The strongman's ruling party "has been suffering from an image problem in the U.S."
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Turkey: Why Erdogan Called Snap Elections
Turkey: Why Erdogan Called Snap Elections
(Stratfor)
The Big Picture
Stratfor's 2018 Second-Quarter Forecast indicated that Turkey's economic strain and attempts to capitalize on military successes could drive the country to hold early elections. That analysis has proved accurate, as Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has called for parliamentary and presidential elections to be held almost a year and a half ahead of schedule.
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(Stratfor)
The Big Picture
Stratfor's 2018 Second-Quarter Forecast indicated that Turkey's economic strain and attempts to capitalize on military successes could drive the country to hold early elections. That analysis has proved accurate, as Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has called for parliamentary and presidential elections to be held almost a year and a half ahead of schedule.
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4 factors that led to Turkey’s snap elections | European Council on Foreign Relations
4 factors that led to Turkey’s snap elections
Asli Aydıntaşbaş 19th April, 2018
Recep Tayyip Erdogan is trying to get ahead of a downward curve in Turkey’s fortunes. He has – probably – done enough to win this new snap vote
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Asli Aydıntaşbaş 19th April, 2018
Recep Tayyip Erdogan is trying to get ahead of a downward curve in Turkey’s fortunes. He has – probably – done enough to win this new snap vote
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Trump’s words for pastor clash with his praise of Erdogan | Newsday
Trump’s words for pastor clash with his praise of Erdogan
Updated April 18, 2018 9:07 PM
Since the Trump administration began, U.S.-Turkish relations have looked as muddled and disjointed as our dealings with the Russians and North Koreans.
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Updated April 18, 2018 9:07 PM
Since the Trump administration began, U.S.-Turkish relations have looked as muddled and disjointed as our dealings with the Russians and North Koreans.
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Opinion: Turkey getting a last shot at democracy | Middle East| News and analysis of events in the Arab world | DW | 18.04.2018
Opinion: Turkey getting a last shot at democracy
Turkey is heading for early elections on June 24. The winner of the crucial vote will wield extraordinary power, which is exactly what President Recep Tayyip Erdogan wants, says DW's Seda Serdar.
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Turkey is heading for early elections on June 24. The winner of the crucial vote will wield extraordinary power, which is exactly what President Recep Tayyip Erdogan wants, says DW's Seda Serdar.
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Wednesday, April 18, 2018
Turkey’s state of emergency extended for seventh time
Turkey’s state of emergency extended for seventh time
ANKARA
The Turkish Parliament on April 18 extended the ongoing state of emergency for the seventh time for another three months, meaning the upcoming early elections on June 24 will be held under the emergency rule despite widespread disapproval from opposition parties.
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ANKARA
The Turkish Parliament on April 18 extended the ongoing state of emergency for the seventh time for another three months, meaning the upcoming early elections on June 24 will be held under the emergency rule despite widespread disapproval from opposition parties.
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Erdogan Catches Turkey off Guard by Calling Early Elections | World News | US News
Erdogan Catches Turkey off Guard by Calling Early Elections
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has caught Turkey off guard by calling early elections for June, in a move that could cement his grip on power a year ahead of schedule.
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President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has caught Turkey off guard by calling early elections for June, in a move that could cement his grip on power a year ahead of schedule.
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Beyond macho: Turkish-EU ties
Beyond macho: Turkish-EU ties
By Andrew Rettman BRUSSELS, Today, 15:34
Turkey has belittled the EU in a week of macho posturing, but strategic and economic relations go beyond the current rhetoric.
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By Andrew Rettman BRUSSELS, Today, 15:34
Turkey has belittled the EU in a week of macho posturing, but strategic and economic relations go beyond the current rhetoric.
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The Latest: Turkish president calls snap elections for June
The Latest: Turkish president calls snap elections for June
Published: April 18, 2018
ANKARA, Turkey (AP)
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says his country will hold early parliamentary and presidential elections on June 24.
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Published: April 18, 2018
ANKARA, Turkey (AP)
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says his country will hold early parliamentary and presidential elections on June 24.
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Tuesday, April 17, 2018
Istanbul Closes the Books on its Public Scribes - Atlas Obscura
Istanbul Closes the Books on its Public Scribes
The street-based document writers for hire have been a fixture since the days of the Ottoman Empire.
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The street-based document writers for hire have been a fixture since the days of the Ottoman Empire.
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EU warns of curtailing rights under Turkey's state of emergency | Turkey | Al Jazeera
EU warns of curtailing rights under Turkey's state of emergency
Senior Turkish official accuses bloc of 'bias' and 'lacking empathy' after report urges lifting of state of emergency.
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Senior Turkish official accuses bloc of 'bias' and 'lacking empathy' after report urges lifting of state of emergency.
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Turkey's Ruling Party to Discuss Call for Early Election | World News | US News
Turkey's Ruling Party to Discuss Call for Early Election
April 17, 2018, at 4:45 a.m.
By Ercan Gurses and Gulsen Solaker
ANKARA (Reuters) - Tayyip Erdogan's ruling party will discuss the possibility of holding Turkey's presidential election in August, more than a year earlier than planned, the government spokesman said on Wednesday, following a suggestion from its nationalist allies.
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April 17, 2018, at 4:45 a.m.
By Ercan Gurses and Gulsen Solaker
ANKARA (Reuters) - Tayyip Erdogan's ruling party will discuss the possibility of holding Turkey's presidential election in August, more than a year earlier than planned, the government spokesman said on Wednesday, following a suggestion from its nationalist allies.
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Turkey anti-emergency protests draw government criticism | Turkey News | Al Jazeera
Turkey anti-emergency protests draw government criticism
Opposition holds sit-in protests across the country as the government prepares to extend the state of emergency.
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Opposition holds sit-in protests across the country as the government prepares to extend the state of emergency.
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Erdogan’s Shifting Goals | The Market Mogul
Erdogan’s Shifting Goals
3 min read / April 17, 2018
By Leon Donadoni
After an eight-and-a-half-week campaign, Operation Olive Branch has finally come to an end with the fall of Afrin by the hands of the Turkish and Free Syrian Army forces. Nevertheless, caution must be exercised in viewing the occupation of the Kurdish enclave as the end of Turkey’s intervention in Syria. Although Mr Erdogan ruled out any plans of annexation, it is likely that Turkey will proceed to secure the rest of its south-eastern border by concentrating its efforts in a continued military campaign against the Kurds. What instead seems less likely is a continuation of Mr Erdogan’s post-Arab Spring imperial fantasy.
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3 min read / April 17, 2018
By Leon Donadoni
After an eight-and-a-half-week campaign, Operation Olive Branch has finally come to an end with the fall of Afrin by the hands of the Turkish and Free Syrian Army forces. Nevertheless, caution must be exercised in viewing the occupation of the Kurdish enclave as the end of Turkey’s intervention in Syria. Although Mr Erdogan ruled out any plans of annexation, it is likely that Turkey will proceed to secure the rest of its south-eastern border by concentrating its efforts in a continued military campaign against the Kurds. What instead seems less likely is a continuation of Mr Erdogan’s post-Arab Spring imperial fantasy.
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Kanal İstanbul: Erdoğan’s drive to build a new strait - Ship Technology
Kanal İstanbul: Erdoğan’s drive to build a new strait
By Eva Grey
Turkey recently announced the route for Kanal Istanbul, a planned artificial channel between the Black Sea and the Sea of Marmara. While it promises to bring huge economic advantages to the country, environmentalists are putting up a fight, claiming it could cause an ecological disaster.
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By Eva Grey
Turkey recently announced the route for Kanal Istanbul, a planned artificial channel between the Black Sea and the Sea of Marmara. While it promises to bring huge economic advantages to the country, environmentalists are putting up a fight, claiming it could cause an ecological disaster.
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Erdogan’s American Hostage - WSJ
Erdogan’s American Hostage Andrew Brunson’s case is part of a larger problem with Turkey.
By The Editorial Board April 16, 2018 7:20 p.m. ET
Turkish strongman Recep Tayyip Erdogan has imprisoned opponents and moved the country toward authoritarian rule. That’s the political context through which to understand the trial of American pastor Andrew Brunson.
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By The Editorial Board April 16, 2018 7:20 p.m. ET
Turkish strongman Recep Tayyip Erdogan has imprisoned opponents and moved the country toward authoritarian rule. That’s the political context through which to understand the trial of American pastor Andrew Brunson.
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Monday, April 16, 2018
Erdogan’s Monetary Policy Pushes Lira to Record Lows | Financial Tribune
Erdogan’s Monetary Policy Pushes Lira to Record Lows
Turkey's lira has hit record lows for the past week, thanks to what analysts say is the Turkish government's unwillingness to balance monetary policy to counter double-digit inflation. And the fall has been accelerated by geopolitical uncertainty over US and Russian military actions in neighboring Syria, CNBC reported.
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Turkey's lira has hit record lows for the past week, thanks to what analysts say is the Turkish government's unwillingness to balance monetary policy to counter double-digit inflation. And the fall has been accelerated by geopolitical uncertainty over US and Russian military actions in neighboring Syria, CNBC reported.
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Soccer mirrors politics in polarized Turkey
Soccer mirrors politics in polarized Turkey
Amberin Zaman (Turkey Pulse) April 16, 2018
Article Summary Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's promotion of a soccer team that subscribes to conservative Islamic values has more so polarized fans than won them over.
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Amberin Zaman (Turkey Pulse) April 16, 2018
Article Summary Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's promotion of a soccer team that subscribes to conservative Islamic values has more so polarized fans than won them over.
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Turkey's lira weaker, Moody's sounds alarm over currency and inflation
Turkey's lira weaker, Moody's sounds alarm over currency and inflation
ISTANBUL (Reuters) - Turkey’s lira was a touch weaker on Monday after plumbing a series of record lows last week, as investor alarm about double-digit inflation has been heightened by President Tayyip Erdogan’s drive for lower interest rates.
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ISTANBUL (Reuters) - Turkey’s lira was a touch weaker on Monday after plumbing a series of record lows last week, as investor alarm about double-digit inflation has been heightened by President Tayyip Erdogan’s drive for lower interest rates.
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Sunday, April 15, 2018
Turkey says Incirlik air base not used in U.S.-led airstrikes on Syria
Turkey says Incirlik air base not used in U.S.-led airstrikes on Syria
By Brinkwire on April 15, 2018
ANKARA, April 14 (Xinhua) — The Incirlik air base in southern Turkey was not used in the U.S.-led airstrikes on Syria, Turkey’s Deputy Prime Minister Bekir Bozdag said Saturday.
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By Brinkwire on April 15, 2018
ANKARA, April 14 (Xinhua) — The Incirlik air base in southern Turkey was not used in the U.S.-led airstrikes on Syria, Turkey’s Deputy Prime Minister Bekir Bozdag said Saturday.
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Turkey Suffers for Erdogan’s Insecurity
Turkey Suffers for Erdogan’s Insecurity
On July 31st, 1959, 28 months after the original six signatories, Belgium, the Federal Republic of Germany, France, Italy, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands, had signed the Treaty of Rome, Turkey applied for associate membership in the European Economic Community (EEC). Since that time, Turkey’s goal was to achieve full membership in the EEC, then, it became to obtain membership in the European Union (EU). The benefits that Turkish citizens would gain have been coveted for many years. Understanding that membership would threaten his leadership, Turkey’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has sought to dash that hope. Erdogan’s domestic and foreign policies have followed a line to deny that end.
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On July 31st, 1959, 28 months after the original six signatories, Belgium, the Federal Republic of Germany, France, Italy, Luxembourg, and the Netherlands, had signed the Treaty of Rome, Turkey applied for associate membership in the European Economic Community (EEC). Since that time, Turkey’s goal was to achieve full membership in the EEC, then, it became to obtain membership in the European Union (EU). The benefits that Turkish citizens would gain have been coveted for many years. Understanding that membership would threaten his leadership, Turkey’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has sought to dash that hope. Erdogan’s domestic and foreign policies have followed a line to deny that end.
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'Regress Report': Turkey in serious relapse - EU Commission | Ahval
'Regress Report': Turkey in serious relapse - EU Commission
The European Commission in Brussels is about the give its worst testimony on Turkey’s progress in joining the European Union (EU) in its forthcoming country report, German paper Die Welt reported .
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The European Commission in Brussels is about the give its worst testimony on Turkey’s progress in joining the European Union (EU) in its forthcoming country report, German paper Die Welt reported .
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Saturday, April 14, 2018
Turkey walks political tightrope
Turkey walks political tightrope
ANKARA: The coalition strike against Syrian targets has made Turkey’s policy of balancing Russia and the Western powers more challenging.
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ANKARA: The coalition strike against Syrian targets has made Turkey’s policy of balancing Russia and the Western powers more challenging.
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Turkey says was informed ahead of air strikes on Syria | News , Middle East | THE DAILY STAR
Turkey says was informed ahead of air strikes on Syria
ANKARA: Turkey was informed ahead of U.S., British and French strikes on Syria, ruling AK Party spokesman Mahir Unal said in a televised interview on CNN Turk.
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ANKARA: Turkey was informed ahead of U.S., British and French strikes on Syria, ruling AK Party spokesman Mahir Unal said in a televised interview on CNN Turk.
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Friday, April 13, 2018
As US-Turkey Relations Simmer, Reza Zarrab’s Case Adds Fuel to the Fire
As US-Turkey Relations Simmer, Reza Zarrab’s Strange Case Adds Fuel to the Fire
The intriguing case of Turkish gold trader Reza Zarrab triggered massive waves in Turkey’s domestic politics, waves so large they are being felt in the United States.
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The intriguing case of Turkish gold trader Reza Zarrab triggered massive waves in Turkey’s domestic politics, waves so large they are being felt in the United States.
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Turkey: a new electoral law / Turkey / Areas / Homepage - Osservatorio Balcani e Caucaso
Turkey: a new electoral law
Following the recent amendments to the electoral law, the climate in Turkey reminds that of the pre-electoral period. The country, though, will not head to the polls earlier than in November 2019. An analysis by our local correspondent
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Following the recent amendments to the electoral law, the climate in Turkey reminds that of the pre-electoral period. The country, though, will not head to the polls earlier than in November 2019. An analysis by our local correspondent
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Turkey says Gulen group used puzzle game to mask communications
Turkey says Gulen group used puzzle game to mask communications
Ankara: Turkish authorities believe members of the movement it blames for 2016’s failed coup used a mobile phone puzzle game to mask communications on an encryption app, state media reported on Friday.
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Ankara: Turkish authorities believe members of the movement it blames for 2016’s failed coup used a mobile phone puzzle game to mask communications on an encryption app, state media reported on Friday.
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Thursday, April 12, 2018
UPDATE 2-Turkey's Erdogan lashes out at investors over tumbling lira
Turkey's Erdogan lashes out at investors over tumbling lira
By Tuvan Gumrukcu
ANKARA, April 12 (Reuters) - Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan lashed out at international investors on Thursday, saying that no one could use exchange rates to bring the country to heel - casting a slide in value of its currency, the lira, as a foreign conspiracy.
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By Tuvan Gumrukcu
ANKARA, April 12 (Reuters) - Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan lashed out at international investors on Thursday, saying that no one could use exchange rates to bring the country to heel - casting a slide in value of its currency, the lira, as a foreign conspiracy.
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Jilted Kurds ignore Western hand-wringing over Syria gas attack
Jilted Kurds ignore Western hand-wringing over Syria gas attack
Amberin Zaman (Turkey Pulse) April 12, 2018
Article Summary
The Syrian Kurds have been notably silent on US President Donald Trump’s threat to punish Damascus over a suspected chemical attack on Douma, likely disillusioned and choosing to focus on condemning Turkey's ongoing offensive in Afrin.
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Amberin Zaman (Turkey Pulse) April 12, 2018
Article Summary
The Syrian Kurds have been notably silent on US President Donald Trump’s threat to punish Damascus over a suspected chemical attack on Douma, likely disillusioned and choosing to focus on condemning Turkey's ongoing offensive in Afrin.
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Wednesday, April 11, 2018
Lira Slide Becomes One-Way Bet as Traders Test Central Bank - Bloomberg
Lira Slide Becomes One-Way Bet as Traders Test Central Bank
By Constantine Courcoulas
April 11, 2018, 8:28 AM EDT
Shorting the Turkish lira is becoming one of the easiest trades in town.
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By Constantine Courcoulas
April 11, 2018, 8:28 AM EDT
Shorting the Turkish lira is becoming one of the easiest trades in town.
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Dutch parliament votes for "Erdoğan law" | Ahval
Dutch parliament votes for "Erdoğan law"
The House of Representatives in the Netherlands has voted in favour of a legal reform, known as the “Erdoğan law” to replace a law against insulting foreign leaders, BBC Türkçe reported on Wednesday.
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The House of Representatives in the Netherlands has voted in favour of a legal reform, known as the “Erdoğan law” to replace a law against insulting foreign leaders, BBC Türkçe reported on Wednesday.
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Lira sinks 1.5% after Trump’s Russia comments, Turkish data
Lira sinks 1.5% after Trump’s Russia comments, Turkish data
The lira has plummeted to another record low after an escalation in rhetoric by Donald Trump regarding Russia’s support for the Syrian government and following a fresh slate of data highlighted that Turkey’s vulnerability to external shocks.
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The lira has plummeted to another record low after an escalation in rhetoric by Donald Trump regarding Russia’s support for the Syrian government and following a fresh slate of data highlighted that Turkey’s vulnerability to external shocks.
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Tuesday, April 10, 2018
Turkey to lower price of citizenship for foreign investors
Turkey to lower price of citizenship for foreign investors
Zulfikar Dogan April 10, 2018
Article Summary
Disappointed by the impact of a citizenship incentive offered to foreign homebuyers last year, Ankara is expected to lower the bar from $1 million to $300,000.
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Zulfikar Dogan April 10, 2018
Article Summary
Disappointed by the impact of a citizenship incentive offered to foreign homebuyers last year, Ankara is expected to lower the bar from $1 million to $300,000.
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Turkish Banker's Jail Term May Hinge on Answers to U.S. Judge - Bloomberg
Turkish Banker's Jail Term May Hinge on Answers to U.S. Judge
By Christie Smythe April 10, 2018, 12:38 PM EDT In this Nov. 28, 2017
A U.S. judge demanded more information about Turkish banker Mehmet Hakan Atilla and his role in a scheme to help Iran evade U.S. sanctions on billions of dollars in oil revenue before deciding deciding the sentence for his crimes.
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By Christie Smythe April 10, 2018, 12:38 PM EDT In this Nov. 28, 2017
A U.S. judge demanded more information about Turkish banker Mehmet Hakan Atilla and his role in a scheme to help Iran evade U.S. sanctions on billions of dollars in oil revenue before deciding deciding the sentence for his crimes.
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Turkish lira strikes another record low on growing outflow fears
Turkish lira strikes another record low on growing outflow fears
Currency hits 4.10 lira to the dollar for first time
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Currency hits 4.10 lira to the dollar for first time
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Monday, April 09, 2018
The Macbeth Of Turkey - Modern Diplomacy
The Macbeth Of Turkey
April 8, 2018 By Zakir Gul, Ph.D.
The ruler during Turkey’s rise to (and probable fall from) power—Erdogan—reminds me of two stories: the real-life King Saul and William Shakespeare’s fictitious character Lord Macbeth. The similarities are striking.
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April 8, 2018 By Zakir Gul, Ph.D.
The ruler during Turkey’s rise to (and probable fall from) power—Erdogan—reminds me of two stories: the real-life King Saul and William Shakespeare’s fictitious character Lord Macbeth. The similarities are striking.
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Turkey needs to lower interest rates to "save" investors, Erdogan says
Turkey needs to lower interest rates to "save" investors, Erdogan says
Reuters Staff
ISTANBUL, April 9 (Reuters) - Turkey needs to lower interest rates to save investors from the burden of high borrowing costs and allow them to invest easily, President Tayyip Erdogan said on Monday.
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Reuters Staff
ISTANBUL, April 9 (Reuters) - Turkey needs to lower interest rates to save investors from the burden of high borrowing costs and allow them to invest easily, President Tayyip Erdogan said on Monday.
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More than meets the eye to sale of Turkish media giant
More than meets the eye to sale of Turkish media giant
Pinar Tremblay April 9, 2018
Article Summary
The sale of Turkey’s biggest media group, Dogan Media Company, is likely to negatively affect the health of the country’s economy while diminishing access to accurate information from and within Turkey.
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Pinar Tremblay April 9, 2018
Article Summary
The sale of Turkey’s biggest media group, Dogan Media Company, is likely to negatively affect the health of the country’s economy while diminishing access to accurate information from and within Turkey.
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Turkish Lira Falls to Record Lows Before New Stimulus Announced - Bloomberg
Turkish Lira Falls to Record Lows Before New Stimulus Announced
By Benjamin Harvey
and Constantine Courcoulas
April 9, 2018, 6:06 AM EDT Updated on April 9, 2018, 7:55 AM EDT
Turkey’s lira fell to new record lows against the dollar and euro as investor concerns about an overheating economy and unresponsive central bank mounted.
More:Turkish Lira Falls to Record Lows Before New Stimulus Announced - Bloomberg
By Benjamin Harvey
and Constantine Courcoulas
April 9, 2018, 6:06 AM EDT Updated on April 9, 2018, 7:55 AM EDT
Turkey’s lira fell to new record lows against the dollar and euro as investor concerns about an overheating economy and unresponsive central bank mounted.
More:Turkish Lira Falls to Record Lows Before New Stimulus Announced - Bloomberg
Turkish citizens feeling increasingly insecure and ‘nostalgic’: IPSOS survey
Turkish citizens feeling increasingly insecure and ‘nostalgic’: IPSOS survey
Banu Tuna - ISTANBUL
The number of people in Turkey who say they feel insecure and “nostalgic” about the past is increasing, according to a biannual survey carried out by the IPSOS research company titled “Guide to Understanding Turkey.”
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Banu Tuna - ISTANBUL
The number of people in Turkey who say they feel insecure and “nostalgic” about the past is increasing, according to a biannual survey carried out by the IPSOS research company titled “Guide to Understanding Turkey.”
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Turkey poses cyber security threat, Holland warns travellers | Ahval
Turkey poses cyber security threat, Holland warns travellers
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands has sent out a letter warning Dutch travellers visiting Turkey, China, Russia and Iran that their electronic devices may be unsafe in these countries, BBC Türkçe reported on Monday.
More:Turkey poses cyber security threat, Holland warns travellers | Ahval
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Netherlands has sent out a letter warning Dutch travellers visiting Turkey, China, Russia and Iran that their electronic devices may be unsafe in these countries, BBC Türkçe reported on Monday.
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Saturday, April 07, 2018
Turkish-Russian-Iranian Summit: Limits to a Tripartite Entente - The Globalist
Turkish-Russian-Iranian Summit: Limits to a Tripartite Entente
Putin has Turkey exactly where he wants it: As an upset NATO ally willing to break ranks with the alliance’s stance toward Russia.
More:Turkish-Russian-Iranian Summit: Limits to a Tripartite Entente - The Globalist
Putin has Turkey exactly where he wants it: As an upset NATO ally willing to break ranks with the alliance’s stance toward Russia.
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Turkish voices stifled by new law as Ankara launches crackdown | Asia Times
Turkish voices stifled by new law as Ankara launches crackdown
The Erdogan regime has shut down a raft of newspapers and restricted online media, with many of the survivors now owned by government-linked firms
More:Turkish voices stifled by new law as Ankara launches crackdown | Asia Times
The Erdogan regime has shut down a raft of newspapers and restricted online media, with many of the survivors now owned by government-linked firms
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Friday, April 06, 2018
How low can the Turkish lira go? | Ahval
How low can the Turkish lira go?
Turkey’s government is following imprudent economic practices and its insistence on implementing unreal economic theories means the lira is bound to weaken in the months ahead.
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Turkey’s government is following imprudent economic practices and its insistence on implementing unreal economic theories means the lira is bound to weaken in the months ahead.
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Thursday, April 05, 2018
Rumors of Turkish deputy PM's departure spook markets
Rumors of Turkish deputy PM's departure spook markets
Amberin Zaman (Turkey Pulse) April 5, 2018
Article Summary
The Turkish lira took a tumble amid reports that Mehmet Simsek, the deputy prime minister in charge of Turkey's economy, had resigned.
More:Rumors of Turkish deputy PM's departure spook markets
Amberin Zaman (Turkey Pulse) April 5, 2018
Article Summary
The Turkish lira took a tumble amid reports that Mehmet Simsek, the deputy prime minister in charge of Turkey's economy, had resigned.
More:Rumors of Turkish deputy PM's departure spook markets
Turkish lawyer for trader Zarrab implicated in New York jail bribe case
Turkish lawyer for trader Zarrab implicated in New York jail bribe case
Jonathan Stempel
NEW YORK (Reuters) - A Turkish lawyer representing wealthy gold trader Reza Zarrab allegedly helped pay bribes to a guard at a New York City jail where Zarrab was being held on charges that he conspired to help Iran evade U.S. sanctions, according to court papers and another lawyer for Zarrab.
More:Turkish lawyer for trader Zarrab implicated in New York jail bribe case
Jonathan Stempel
NEW YORK (Reuters) - A Turkish lawyer representing wealthy gold trader Reza Zarrab allegedly helped pay bribes to a guard at a New York City jail where Zarrab was being held on charges that he conspired to help Iran evade U.S. sanctions, according to court papers and another lawyer for Zarrab.
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Turkish lira strikes historic low after more than 1% drop
Turkish lira strikes historic low after more than 1% drop
Currency trading at lowest level on record amid political and economic concerns
More:Turkish lira strikes historic low after more than 1% drop
Currency trading at lowest level on record amid political and economic concerns
More:Turkish lira strikes historic low after more than 1% drop
Wednesday, April 04, 2018
Istanbul: World's biggest airport project 'on time' | Turkey News | Al Jazeera
Istanbul: World's biggest airport project 'on time'
'[Financial] bottleneck is out of question in the project,' says Turkey's transport minister.
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'[Financial] bottleneck is out of question in the project,' says Turkey's transport minister.
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Turkey overheating means race against time for Erdogan - SFGate
Turkey overheating means race against time for Erdogan
Constantine Courcoulas and Asli Kandemir, Bloomberg Published 8:18 am, Tuesday, April 3, 2018
The Turkish economy is overheating. That could be a problem for President Recep Tayyip Erdogan as much as it is for the nation's creditors.
More:Turkey overheating means race against time for Erdogan - SFGate
Constantine Courcoulas and Asli Kandemir, Bloomberg Published 8:18 am, Tuesday, April 3, 2018
The Turkish economy is overheating. That could be a problem for President Recep Tayyip Erdogan as much as it is for the nation's creditors.
More:Turkey overheating means race against time for Erdogan - SFGate
Scandal Over Turkish Deportees Unveils Rift Between Kosovo's President, Premier
Scandal Over Turkish Deportees Unveils Rift Between Kosovo's President, Premier
April 04, 2018 16:17 GMT
As the mystery surrounding the arrest and deportation of six Turkish nationals from Kosovo to Turkey threatens to drive a wedge between the two countries, a crisis between the prime minister and the president may also be deepening.
More:Scandal Over Turkish Deportees Unveils Rift Between Kosovo's President, Premier
April 04, 2018 16:17 GMT
As the mystery surrounding the arrest and deportation of six Turkish nationals from Kosovo to Turkey threatens to drive a wedge between the two countries, a crisis between the prime minister and the president may also be deepening.
More:Scandal Over Turkish Deportees Unveils Rift Between Kosovo's President, Premier
Turkish lira takes another beating amid economic strains and trade war anxiety
Turkish lira takes another beating amid economic strains and trade war anxiety
Turkish lira comes under renewed pressure, weakening for a fourth day against the dollar and suffering the worst losses among emerging market currencies while nearing an all-time low.
More:bne IntelliNews - Turkish lira takes another beating amid economic strains and trade war anxiety
Turkish lira comes under renewed pressure, weakening for a fourth day against the dollar and suffering the worst losses among emerging market currencies while nearing an all-time low.
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Erdogan, Putin, Rouhani tout alliance, eye US for next move
Erdogan, Putin, Rouhani tout alliance, eye US for next move
Amberin Zaman (Turkey Pulse)
April 4, 2018
Article Summary The presidents of Turkey, Russia and Iran emerged from a summit on Syria as a united front, though the image hardly indicates an alignment in their priorities.
More:Erdogan, Putin, Rouhani tout alliance, eye US for next move
Amberin Zaman (Turkey Pulse)
April 4, 2018
Article Summary The presidents of Turkey, Russia and Iran emerged from a summit on Syria as a united front, though the image hardly indicates an alignment in their priorities.
More:Erdogan, Putin, Rouhani tout alliance, eye US for next move
Tuesday, April 03, 2018
Land of the Increasingly Non-Free - The Globalist
Land of the Increasingly Non-Free
Many young democracies with flawed institutions are struggling not to slide backward. Turkey has failed.
More:Land of the Increasingly Non-Free - The Globalist
Many young democracies with flawed institutions are struggling not to slide backward. Turkey has failed.
More:Land of the Increasingly Non-Free - The Globalist
Calling time on European-Turkish strategic relations
Calling time on European-Turkish strategic relations
By Simon A. Waldman
London, Today, 09:22
Over the weekend, Ankara stated that France could become a target for its backing of Kurdish forces in Syria.
This follows the comments of Turkey's firebrand president Recep Tayyip Erdogan who had earlier threatened to "Ottoman slap" US forces fighting alongside the Kurds against ISIS in Syria.
More:Calling time on European-Turkish strategic relations
By Simon A. Waldman
London, Today, 09:22
Over the weekend, Ankara stated that France could become a target for its backing of Kurdish forces in Syria.
This follows the comments of Turkey's firebrand president Recep Tayyip Erdogan who had earlier threatened to "Ottoman slap" US forces fighting alongside the Kurds against ISIS in Syria.
More:Calling time on European-Turkish strategic relations
Vladimir Putin, Recep Tayyip Erdogan launch Turkey’s first nuclear reactor
Vladimir Putin, Recep Tayyip Erdogan launch Turkey’s first nuclear reactor
April 03, 2018 03:00
Ankara: The leaders of Russia and Turkey on Tuesday launched the start of construction for Turkey’s first nuclear power plant, as ties between the two nations deepen.
Russian President Vladimir Putin, on his first foreign visit since being re-elected on March 18, and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan remotely gave the go-ahead for the construction of the Russian-built nuclear plant on the Mediterranean coast at Akkuyu.
More:Vladimir Putin, Recep Tayyip Erdogan launch Turkey’s first nuclear reactor
April 03, 2018 03:00
Ankara: The leaders of Russia and Turkey on Tuesday launched the start of construction for Turkey’s first nuclear power plant, as ties between the two nations deepen.
Russian President Vladimir Putin, on his first foreign visit since being re-elected on March 18, and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan remotely gave the go-ahead for the construction of the Russian-built nuclear plant on the Mediterranean coast at Akkuyu.
More:Vladimir Putin, Recep Tayyip Erdogan launch Turkey’s first nuclear reactor
US pharmaceutical firm invests $35M in Istanbul facilities - Daily Sabah
US pharmaceutical firm invests $35M in Istanbul facilities
SAFURE CANTÜRK ANKARA
The U.S. pharmaceutical pioneer Amgen invested $35 million in biotech medicine in Istanbul. Amgen Global Research and Development Director Thomas Felix said Turkey's expansion in pharmaceuticals is very important.
More:US pharmaceutical firm invests $35M in Istanbul facilities - Daily Sabah
SAFURE CANTÜRK ANKARA
The U.S. pharmaceutical pioneer Amgen invested $35 million in biotech medicine in Istanbul. Amgen Global Research and Development Director Thomas Felix said Turkey's expansion in pharmaceuticals is very important.
More:US pharmaceutical firm invests $35M in Istanbul facilities - Daily Sabah
Calling time on European-Turkish strategic relations
Calling time on European-Turkish strategic relations
By Simon A. Waldman
London, Today, 09:22
Over the weekend, Ankara stated that France could become a target for its backing of Kurdish forces in Syria.
This follows the comments of Turkey's firebrand president Recep Tayyip Erdogan who had earlier threatened to "Ottoman slap" US forces fighting alongside the Kurds against ISIS in Syria.
More:Calling time on European-Turkish strategic relations
By Simon A. Waldman
London, Today, 09:22
Over the weekend, Ankara stated that France could become a target for its backing of Kurdish forces in Syria.
This follows the comments of Turkey's firebrand president Recep Tayyip Erdogan who had earlier threatened to "Ottoman slap" US forces fighting alongside the Kurds against ISIS in Syria.
More:Calling time on European-Turkish strategic relations
Monday, April 02, 2018
Countdown begins to Putin-Erdogan-Rouhani talks
Countdown begins to Putin-Erdogan-Rouhani talks
Amberin Zaman (Turkey Pulse) April 2, 2018
Article Summary
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan are set to meet in Turkey, where they will be joined by Iranian President Hassan Rouhani for negotiations to end the fighting in Syria.
More:Countdown begins to Putin-Erdogan-Rouhani talks
Amberin Zaman (Turkey Pulse) April 2, 2018
Article Summary
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan are set to meet in Turkey, where they will be joined by Iranian President Hassan Rouhani for negotiations to end the fighting in Syria.
More:Countdown begins to Putin-Erdogan-Rouhani talks
Sunday, April 01, 2018
Thousands of Austrian-Turks may lose their citizenship rights | Ahval
Thousands of Austrian-Turks may lose their citizenship rights
Thousands of Austrian-Turks allegedly holding illegal dual-citizenship may be deported from Austria and lose all their Austrian citizenship rights, said BBC Turkish.
More:Thousands of Austrian-Turks may lose their citizenship rights | Ahval
Thousands of Austrian-Turks allegedly holding illegal dual-citizenship may be deported from Austria and lose all their Austrian citizenship rights, said BBC Turkish.
More:Thousands of Austrian-Turks may lose their citizenship rights | Ahval
Turkey's exports hit record in March | News | Al Jazeera
Turkey's exports hit record in March
'We reached the highest number in our history in exports, $15.1bn.'
More:Turkey's exports hit record in March | News | Al Jazeera
'We reached the highest number in our history in exports, $15.1bn.'
More:Turkey's exports hit record in March | News | Al Jazeera
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