"German authorities search 13 buildings in investigation of Turkish extremist group
BERLIN: German police fanned out across three states on Wednesday to search buildings for evidence against a leftist Turkish terrorist organization, prosecutors said.
Thirteen buildings in the states of Hesse, North Rhine-Westphalia and Schleswig-Holstein were searched with "the goal of obtaining evidence of the personnel and organizational structure of the TKP-ML foreign terrorist organization and its terrorist activities," federal prosecutors said in a statement."
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Wednesday, December 05, 2007
Anıtkabir attracts record number of visitors in 2007 - Turkish Daily News Dec 05, 2007
"Anıtkabir attracts record number of visitors in 2007 Wednesday, December 5, 2007
Anıtkabir, the mausoleum of the republic's founder Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, has attracted a record number of visitors in 2007."
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Anıtkabir, the mausoleum of the republic's founder Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, has attracted a record number of visitors in 2007."
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UNESCO to name 2008 and 2009 after famous Turks
"UNESCO to name 2008 and 2009 after famous Turks
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has stated that it will name 2008 and 2009 after two great Turks, having already declared 2007 the Year of Mevlana. UNESCO announced its decision yesterday to declare 2008 the Year of Mahmud al-Kashgari, a renowned 11th century scholar and lexicographer of Turkic dialects, and 2009 the year of either Hacı Bektaş-i Veli, another great Turkish Sufi saint whose name is often mentioned with that of Mevlana Jelaluddin Rumi, or Katip Çelebi, a famous Turkish scholar and geographer."
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The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has stated that it will name 2008 and 2009 after two great Turks, having already declared 2007 the Year of Mevlana. UNESCO announced its decision yesterday to declare 2008 the Year of Mahmud al-Kashgari, a renowned 11th century scholar and lexicographer of Turkic dialects, and 2009 the year of either Hacı Bektaş-i Veli, another great Turkish Sufi saint whose name is often mentioned with that of Mevlana Jelaluddin Rumi, or Katip Çelebi, a famous Turkish scholar and geographer."
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Tusiad To Organize A Conference Growth Strategies For Turkish Economy
"Tusiad To Organize A Conference Growth Strategies For Turkish Economy Published: 12/4/2007
ANKARA - Turkish Industrialists` & Businessmen`s Association (TUSIAD) will organize a conference titled 'Growth Strategies for Turkish Economy' in Ankara on Tuesday."
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ANKARA - Turkish Industrialists` & Businessmen`s Association (TUSIAD) will organize a conference titled 'Growth Strategies for Turkish Economy' in Ankara on Tuesday."
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Maastricht To Host European - Turkish Businessmen Summit
"Maastricht To Host European - Turkish Businessmen Summit Published: 12/4/2007
AMSTERDAM - Maastricht city of the Netherlands will host 'the 2nd European-Turkish Businessmen Summit' to be organized by Dutch-Turkish Businessmen Association (HOTIAD) between February 9th and 10th, 2008."
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AMSTERDAM - Maastricht city of the Netherlands will host 'the 2nd European-Turkish Businessmen Summit' to be organized by Dutch-Turkish Businessmen Association (HOTIAD) between February 9th and 10th, 2008."
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JTW News - EU’s 50th Birthday: Successes, Challenges and Opportunities
"EU’s 50th Birthday: Successes, Challenges and Opportunities Print Wednesday , 05 December 2007
Turkey is a test and opportunity for the EU in order to demonstrate its impartiality and tolerance to the Muslim World"
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Turkey is a test and opportunity for the EU in order to demonstrate its impartiality and tolerance to the Muslim World"
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Turkey Has No Intention To Block NATO-EU Cooperation Within Context Of ESDP Missions Planned In Kosovo Or In Afghanistan, M.F.A.
"Turkey Has No Intention To Block NATO-EU Cooperation Within Context Of ESDP Missions Planned In Kosovo Or In Afghanistan, M.F.A. Published: 12/4/2007
ANKARA - Turkey has no intention to block NATO-EU cooperation within the context of European Security and Defense Policy (ESDP) missions planned in Kosovo or in Afghanistan, said the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs in a statement issued on Monday."
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ANKARA - Turkey has no intention to block NATO-EU cooperation within the context of European Security and Defense Policy (ESDP) missions planned in Kosovo or in Afghanistan, said the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs in a statement issued on Monday."
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New York and İstanbul meet online at cultural crossroads
"New York and İstanbul meet online at cultural crossroads
A project called 'New York and İstanbul -- Music of Turkey,' aimed at using music to build cultural bridges between different cultures, will bear fruit today with two simultaneous concerts in İstanbul and New York. Turkish clarinetist Hüsnü Şenlendirici, accompanied by the New York City All-Stars jazz band, will perform at New York's Carnegie Hall and the American Claudia Quintet jazz ensemble will be performing at İstanbul's Boğaziçi University Garanti Cultural Center. They will present synchronized performances using Internet technology."
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A project called 'New York and İstanbul -- Music of Turkey,' aimed at using music to build cultural bridges between different cultures, will bear fruit today with two simultaneous concerts in İstanbul and New York. Turkish clarinetist Hüsnü Şenlendirici, accompanied by the New York City All-Stars jazz band, will perform at New York's Carnegie Hall and the American Claudia Quintet jazz ensemble will be performing at İstanbul's Boğaziçi University Garanti Cultural Center. They will present synchronized performances using Internet technology."
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Discussing Istanbul's real estate issues - Turkish Daily News Dec 05, 2007
"Discussing Istanbul's real estate issues Wednesday, December 5, 2007
Representatives from 36 leading companies in the real estate market gathered in Istanbul over the weekend to discuss the future of the sector and precautions to be taken, as well as the �let's not get stuck in the production of luxury housing but produce according to needs� view"
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Representatives from 36 leading companies in the real estate market gathered in Istanbul over the weekend to discuss the future of the sector and precautions to be taken, as well as the �let's not get stuck in the production of luxury housing but produce according to needs� view"
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Belly Dancers in Istanbul Bulldozed to Make Capital of Culture
"Belly Dancers in Istanbul Bulldozed to Make Capital of Culture
By Seda Sezer Dec. 5 (Bloomberg) -- Sukru Punduk says his family has lived in Sulukule, Istanbul's Gypsy quarter, for six centuries and he won't be driven out by laptop-carrying, stroller-pushing yuppies. The city plans to bulldoze Sulukule to make way for 620 townhouses as part of its effort to spruce up the area by 2010, when Istanbul will be the European Capital of Culture."
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By Seda Sezer Dec. 5 (Bloomberg) -- Sukru Punduk says his family has lived in Sulukule, Istanbul's Gypsy quarter, for six centuries and he won't be driven out by laptop-carrying, stroller-pushing yuppies. The city plans to bulldoze Sulukule to make way for 620 townhouses as part of its effort to spruce up the area by 2010, when Istanbul will be the European Capital of Culture."
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President Gul signs off on justice system bill same night he returns from Pakistan - Hürriyet
"President Gul signs off on justice system bill same night he returns from Pakistan
President Abdullah Gul reacted swiftly yesterday to opposition claims that the ruling AKP is intent on filling the justice system with their own party affiliates, signing the Judges and Prosecutors bill which would open the way to the appointments of 4,062 new judges and prosecutors the same night that he returned from an official visit to Pakistan."
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President Abdullah Gul reacted swiftly yesterday to opposition claims that the ruling AKP is intent on filling the justice system with their own party affiliates, signing the Judges and Prosecutors bill which would open the way to the appointments of 4,062 new judges and prosecutors the same night that he returned from an official visit to Pakistan."
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Turkish Dogan eyes Tekel with Citi Venture Capital | News | Mergers/Acquisitions | Reuters
"Turkish Dogan eyes Tekel with Citi Venture Capital
ISTANBUL, Dec 5 (Reuters) - Turkish conglomerate Dogan Holding DOHOL.IS said on Wednesday it had linked up with Citi Venture Capital International as it prepared a bid for state cigarette firm Tekel."
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ISTANBUL, Dec 5 (Reuters) - Turkish conglomerate Dogan Holding DOHOL.IS said on Wednesday it had linked up with Citi Venture Capital International as it prepared a bid for state cigarette firm Tekel."
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Killed Kurdish terrorists reached 14 in Turkey_English_Xinhua
"Killed Kurdish rebels reached 14 in Turkey
2007-12-05 18:48:36
ANKARA, Dec. 5 (Xinhua) -- The number of killed militants of the banned Kurdish Workers' Party (PKK) has reached 14 in Sirnak province in southeastern Turkey, a military statement said on Wednesday."
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2007-12-05 18:48:36
ANKARA, Dec. 5 (Xinhua) -- The number of killed militants of the banned Kurdish Workers' Party (PKK) has reached 14 in Sirnak province in southeastern Turkey, a military statement said on Wednesday."
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Oil showdown in Kurdistan
"Oil showdown in Kurdistan By Lydia Khalil Article 3, paragraph 3 of the Oil and Gas Law of the Kurdistan Region seems straightforward enough: 'The regional government shall, together with the federal government, jointly manage petroleum operations ... according to the provisions of the federal constitution' [1]."
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Diplomat Talks Turkish Politics
"Diplomat Talks Turkish Politics Ambassador discusses EU bid, Armenian genocide at Winthrop dinner
Published On Wednesday, December 05, 2007 2:33 AM
By DANIEL C. BERBERO
Contributing Writer
Turkish Ambassador Altay Cengizer discussed Turkey’s role on the global political stage yesterday at a dinner discussion hosted by International Relations on Campus (IRoC).
Turkey has made headlines in the past year with its continued effort to enter the European Union, its denial that Turkish massacres of Armenians in the early 20th Century constituted genocide, and its recent military incursions into northern Iraq to attack Kurdish militants. "
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Published On Wednesday, December 05, 2007 2:33 AM
By DANIEL C. BERBERO
Contributing Writer
Turkish Ambassador Altay Cengizer discussed Turkey’s role on the global political stage yesterday at a dinner discussion hosted by International Relations on Campus (IRoC).
Turkey has made headlines in the past year with its continued effort to enter the European Union, its denial that Turkish massacres of Armenians in the early 20th Century constituted genocide, and its recent military incursions into northern Iraq to attack Kurdish militants. "
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Zeynalov denies warning over PKK-Armenia connection
"Zeynalov denies warning over PKK-Armenia connection
Azerbaijan's consul general has denied suggestions that his government supplied Turkish and Azerbaijani officials with information linking the Armenian Secret Army for the Liberation of Armenia (ASALA) terrorist group to the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK)."
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Azerbaijan's consul general has denied suggestions that his government supplied Turkish and Azerbaijani officials with information linking the Armenian Secret Army for the Liberation of Armenia (ASALA) terrorist group to the Kurdistan Workers' Party (PKK)."
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DTP's Turk: Either unity through cooperation or complete separation
"DTP's Turk: Either unity through cooperation or complete separation
The New Anatolian / Ankara 05 December 2007 Font Size: default medium large Democratic Society Party (DTP) parliamentary group leader Ahmet Turk says Turkey has now come to the crossroads where the people will decide on the Kurdish issue and opt either for unity through cooperation or face complete separation."
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The New Anatolian / Ankara 05 December 2007 Font Size: default medium large Democratic Society Party (DTP) parliamentary group leader Ahmet Turk says Turkey has now come to the crossroads where the people will decide on the Kurdish issue and opt either for unity through cooperation or face complete separation."
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Positive discrimination: Female leaders for İzmir - Turkish Daily News Dec 05, 2007
"Positive discrimination: Female leaders for İzmir Wednesday, December 5, 2007
"Deadly clashes between Turkish Army and PKK Wednesday, December 05, 2007 10:38 GMT A Turkish Army officer and six Kurdistan Workers Party rebels were killed including four women on Tuesday in clashes in mountainous Sirnak region in south eastern Turkey. In a statement for Turkish Staff Committee, it said that the bodies of PKK rebels were identified noting that the killed are members of a group responsible for killing 13 soldiers on October 7.""
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"Deadly clashes between Turkish Army and PKK Wednesday, December 05, 2007 10:38 GMT A Turkish Army officer and six Kurdistan Workers Party rebels were killed including four women on Tuesday in clashes in mountainous Sirnak region in south eastern Turkey. In a statement for Turkish Staff Committee, it said that the bodies of PKK rebels were identified noting that the killed are members of a group responsible for killing 13 soldiers on October 7.""
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Alsumaria Iraqi Satellite TV Network | Iraq News | Deadly clashes between Turkish Army and PKK
"Deadly clashes between Turkish Army and PKK
Wednesday, December 05, 2007 10:38 GMT A Turkish Army officer and six Kurdistan Workers Party rebels were killed including four women on Tuesday in clashes in mountainous Sirnak region in south eastern Turkey. In a statement for Turkish Staff Committee, it said that the bodies of PKK rebels were identified noting that the killed are members of a group responsible for killing 13 soldiers on October 7."
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Wednesday, December 05, 2007 10:38 GMT A Turkish Army officer and six Kurdistan Workers Party rebels were killed including four women on Tuesday in clashes in mountainous Sirnak region in south eastern Turkey. In a statement for Turkish Staff Committee, it said that the bodies of PKK rebels were identified noting that the killed are members of a group responsible for killing 13 soldiers on October 7."
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Turks, Greeks to share foxhole - Turkish Daily News Dec 05, 2007
"Turks, Greeks to share foxhole Wednesday, December 5, 2007
Long-time rivals Turkey and Greece agree on further confidence-building measures that include an expansion of military ties through a joint military unit for multinational peacekeeping tasks. Greece supports Turkey's bid for European Union membership, says Greek Foreign Minister Dora Bakoyannis, adding, “it is a must for a stable and secure region.”
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Long-time rivals Turkey and Greece agree on further confidence-building measures that include an expansion of military ties through a joint military unit for multinational peacekeeping tasks. Greece supports Turkey's bid for European Union membership, says Greek Foreign Minister Dora Bakoyannis, adding, “it is a must for a stable and secure region.”
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Turkey responds to EU's criticism over ESDP row - Turkish Daily News Dec 05, 2007
"Turkey responds to EU's criticism over ESDP row Wednesday, December 5, 2007
Turkey responded late Monday the European Union's criticism over its blockage to NATO-European Union defense cooperation and pointed to a deal reached between the parties in 2002 that excludes Greek Cyprus from multinational military operations in which NATO is involved."
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Turkey responded late Monday the European Union's criticism over its blockage to NATO-European Union defense cooperation and pointed to a deal reached between the parties in 2002 that excludes Greek Cyprus from multinational military operations in which NATO is involved."
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American children to meet global peers in Turkey - Turkish Daily News Dec 05, 2007
"American children to meet global peers in Turkey Wednesday, December 5, 2007
ELİF ÖZMENEK
NEW YORK – Turkish Daily News
Seeking to enhance economic, political, and cultural ties between Turkey and the United States, America's oldest not-for-profit organization announced that it will support New York City students to join Space Camp Turkey in summer 2008."
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ELİF ÖZMENEK
NEW YORK – Turkish Daily News
Seeking to enhance economic, political, and cultural ties between Turkey and the United States, America's oldest not-for-profit organization announced that it will support New York City students to join Space Camp Turkey in summer 2008."
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Turkey competes for tourism - Turkish Daily News Dec 05, 2007
"Turkey competes for tourism Wednesday, December 5, 2007
Turkey is among 18 countries that will compete with their own handicrafts, customs and traditions in the EU Commission's 'European Destinations of Excellence' project. The competition aims to draw interest to hidden treasures of participating countries"
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Turkey is among 18 countries that will compete with their own handicrafts, customs and traditions in the EU Commission's 'European Destinations of Excellence' project. The competition aims to draw interest to hidden treasures of participating countries"
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Mystery of Istanbul's Traditional Agop Bells - Turkish Daily News Dec 05, 2007
"Mystery of Istanbul's Traditional Agop Bells Wednesday, December 5, 2007
Istanbul Agop Traditional Bells has a secret formula. The secret in manufacturing bells carried the brand to the top of the world music market. They sponsor 250 artists in 45 countries and 30 Turkish artists"
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Istanbul Agop Traditional Bells has a secret formula. The secret in manufacturing bells carried the brand to the top of the world music market. They sponsor 250 artists in 45 countries and 30 Turkish artists"
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Tuesday, December 04, 2007
Hilton empire to expand in Turkey - 04-12-2007
"Hilton empire to expand in Turkey
International hotelier Hilton has announced they are to build 15 new hotels in locations across Turkey. The company has signed a 'Letter of Understanding' with Turkish developers Amplio, to construct the hotels over the next five years."
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International hotelier Hilton has announced they are to build 15 new hotels in locations across Turkey. The company has signed a 'Letter of Understanding' with Turkish developers Amplio, to construct the hotels over the next five years."
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AFP: Turkish thief says sorry after 15 years, repays robberies
"Turkish thief says sorry after 15 years, repays robberies
7 hours ago ANKARA (AFP) — A Turkish thief has sent a letter of repentance to police over four car robberies 15 years ago, enclosing money to repay for stolen cassette players, police said Tuesday. The thief, who remained anonymous, sent the letter to the security department in Kirikkale, central Turkey. He also enclosed 400 euros (590 dollars), local police chief Salim Akca told Anatolia news agency."
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7 hours ago ANKARA (AFP) — A Turkish thief has sent a letter of repentance to police over four car robberies 15 years ago, enclosing money to repay for stolen cassette players, police said Tuesday. The thief, who remained anonymous, sent the letter to the security department in Kirikkale, central Turkey. He also enclosed 400 euros (590 dollars), local police chief Salim Akca told Anatolia news agency."
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Rebels on Turkey's Border: Iraq Struggles to Control the PKK - International - SPIEGEL ONLINE - News
"Iraq Struggles to Control the PKK
By Roxana Saberi in Erbil, Iraq For months, Turkey has been pressuring Iraq to stop cross-border incursions by the Kurdish PKK rebels. Iraq leaders say they are doing their best, but that may not be enough."
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By Roxana Saberi in Erbil, Iraq For months, Turkey has been pressuring Iraq to stop cross-border incursions by the Kurdish PKK rebels. Iraq leaders say they are doing their best, but that may not be enough."
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Turkish prosecutors charge lawyers for claiming Kurdish rebel leader was poisoned
"Turkish prosecutors charge lawyers for claiming Kurdish rebel leader was poisoned
Refer to a friend © AP 2007-12-04 13:13:23 - ANKARA, Turkey (AP) - Turkish prosecutors on Tuesday brought charges against two of Abdullah Ocalan's lawyers for claiming that the Kurdish rebel leader was being poisoned in prison, the state-run Anatolia news agency reported."
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Refer to a friend © AP 2007-12-04 13:13:23 - ANKARA, Turkey (AP) - Turkish prosecutors on Tuesday brought charges against two of Abdullah Ocalan's lawyers for claiming that the Kurdish rebel leader was being poisoned in prison, the state-run Anatolia news agency reported."
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Greece and Turkey agree on confidence building measures : Europe World
"Greece and Turkey agree on confidence building measures Posted : Tue, 04 Dec 2007 13:32:00 GMT
Athens - Traditional rivals Greece and Turkey agreed Tuesday to expand military cooperation as part of a series of confidence building measures. Among the confidence building measures which were agreed upon by Greek Foreign Minister Dora Bakoyianni and her visiting Turkish counterpart Ali Babacan are high level visits between Greek and Turkish armed forces posted at the heavily militarised zones along Greece's north-eastern border with Turkey."
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Athens - Traditional rivals Greece and Turkey agreed Tuesday to expand military cooperation as part of a series of confidence building measures. Among the confidence building measures which were agreed upon by Greek Foreign Minister Dora Bakoyianni and her visiting Turkish counterpart Ali Babacan are high level visits between Greek and Turkish armed forces posted at the heavily militarised zones along Greece's north-eastern border with Turkey."
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Women wearing headscarves in Turkey rise: Poll
"Women wearing headscarves in Turkey rise: Poll
Web posted at: 12/4/2007 2:0:1 Source ::: AFP ANKARA • More women wear headscarves today in Muslim-majority secular Turkey than they did four years ago, a survey published yesterday showed. The poll, conducted among 5,289 people in September by the Konda polling institute for the liberal daily Milliyet, showed that the number of women who cover their hair increased to 69.4 per cent this year from 64.2 per cent in 2003."
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British couple praise Turkish investment
"British couple praise Turkish investment
The lifestyle benefits of owning a holiday home in Turkey have been highlighted by a British couple."
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The lifestyle benefits of owning a holiday home in Turkey have been highlighted by a British couple."
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Tourism promo wins award - 03-12-2007
"Tourism promo wins award
A video intended to promote tourism in Turkey has scooped the Best Scenes Award at a recent European Travel Commission (ETC) event in Japan."
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A video intended to promote tourism in Turkey has scooped the Best Scenes Award at a recent European Travel Commission (ETC) event in Japan."
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Lagendijk says Turkish party should disavow PKK
"Lagendijk says Turkish party should disavow PKK
The Turkish government should work to strengthen minority rights and personal freedoms, Lagendijk said."
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The Turkish government should work to strengthen minority rights and personal freedoms, Lagendijk said."
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Turkish stocks seen down after inflation
"Turkish stocks seen down after inflation
Tuesday December 4 2007 ISTANBUL, Dec 4 (Reuters) - Turkish stocks were seen opening lower on Tuesday after inflation data came in well above an average forecast, while the lira was broadly flat."
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Tuesday December 4 2007 ISTANBUL, Dec 4 (Reuters) - Turkish stocks were seen opening lower on Tuesday after inflation data came in well above an average forecast, while the lira was broadly flat."
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RTL pulls out of Turkish ATV-Sabah bidding
"RTL pulls out of Turkish ATV-Sabah bidding
Tuesday December 4 2007 (Changes source, adds background) ISTANBUL, Dec 4 (Reuters) - Two consortiums, one including RTL Group and the other Carlyle Group, have withdrawn from the bidding for Turkish media company ATV-Sabah, a tender official and RTL's partner said."
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Tuesday December 4 2007 (Changes source, adds background) ISTANBUL, Dec 4 (Reuters) - Two consortiums, one including RTL Group and the other Carlyle Group, have withdrawn from the bidding for Turkish media company ATV-Sabah, a tender official and RTL's partner said."
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German centre-right hardens anti-Turkey stance
"German centre-right hardens anti-Turkey stance
04.12.2007 - 09:27 CET | By Honor Mahony Germany's governing Christian Democrats have hardened their stance against Turkey, stating clearly that the country does not belong in the European Union and blocking Turkey's ruling conservative party from joining the wider European People's Party."
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04.12.2007 - 09:27 CET | By Honor Mahony Germany's governing Christian Democrats have hardened their stance against Turkey, stating clearly that the country does not belong in the European Union and blocking Turkey's ruling conservative party from joining the wider European People's Party."
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Turkey’s 102nd McDonald's opens - Turkish Daily News Dec 04, 2007
"Turkey’s 102nd McDonald's opens Tuesday, December 4, 2007
102nd restaurant of McDonald's Turkey opened in Eskişehir last week. General Manager Sadi Fansa says McDonald's offers traditional flavors in every country and 52 million people eat there worldwide. The next plan is to open four more restaurants"
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102nd restaurant of McDonald's Turkey opened in Eskişehir last week. General Manager Sadi Fansa says McDonald's offers traditional flavors in every country and 52 million people eat there worldwide. The next plan is to open four more restaurants"
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THE FALL OF THE FEDERAL SOLUTION WITH PAPADOPOULOS
"THE FALL OF THE FEDERAL SOLUTION WITH PAPADOPOULOS
The contents of Mr. Tassos Papadopoulos' speech to the UN General Assembly on Dec. 18, 2005, and an interview published in the weekly French magazine L'Express dated May 4, 2006 clearly reveal the real target and vision of the Greek Cypriot leader."
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The contents of Mr. Tassos Papadopoulos' speech to the UN General Assembly on Dec. 18, 2005, and an interview published in the weekly French magazine L'Express dated May 4, 2006 clearly reveal the real target and vision of the Greek Cypriot leader."
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Turkish Foreign Minister in Athens for talks
"Turkish Foreign Minister in Athens for talks
Babacan said he was sure the Cyprus issue would come up in his talks in Athens."
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Babacan said he was sure the Cyprus issue would come up in his talks in Athens."
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The EU-Cyprus interaction - Turkish Daily News Dec 04, 2007
"The EU-Cyprus interaction Tuesday, December 4, 2007
İlker TÜRKMEN
The European Union-Cyprus interaction dates back to 1981 when Greece was admitted to the EU. From then on, it became clear that Greece would use its membership to put pressure on Turkey in the Cyprus issue. "
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İlker TÜRKMEN
The European Union-Cyprus interaction dates back to 1981 when Greece was admitted to the EU. From then on, it became clear that Greece would use its membership to put pressure on Turkey in the Cyprus issue. "
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EU must uphold Turkey talks pledge: Commission - washingtonpost.com
"EU must uphold Turkey talks pledge: Commission
Reuters Tuesday, December 4, 2007; 7:15 AM BRUSSELS (Reuters) - The European Union should pursue negotiations with Turkey for membership of the 27-bloc despite German Chancellor Angela Merkel's reaffirmation of opposition to that goal, the European Commission said on Tuesday."
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Reuters Tuesday, December 4, 2007; 7:15 AM BRUSSELS (Reuters) - The European Union should pursue negotiations with Turkey for membership of the 27-bloc despite German Chancellor Angela Merkel's reaffirmation of opposition to that goal, the European Commission said on Tuesday."
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EP Left Group: 'EU, Turkey and the Kurds - Europe can play a positive role'
"EP Left Group: 'EU, Turkey and the Kurds - Europe can play a positive role' (original text)
'We will work with anyone who shares our constructive and responsible approach to highlight the positive role that the EU could play in the search for a just and sustainable solution to the Kurdish question' Francis Wurtz stated at the opening of the 4th International Conference on EU, Turkey and the Kurds at the European Parliament in Brussels."
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'We will work with anyone who shares our constructive and responsible approach to highlight the positive role that the EU could play in the search for a just and sustainable solution to the Kurdish question' Francis Wurtz stated at the opening of the 4th International Conference on EU, Turkey and the Kurds at the European Parliament in Brussels."
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Debating Turkey and the EU - - The Washington Times, America's Newspaper
"Debating Turkey and the EU
Tulin Daloglu December 4, 2007 ANKARA, Turkey. -- In the past two years, the suburbs of Paris have twice witnessed violent clashes between non-native French citizens and the police. Whether religious and cultural differences or poverty, unemployment and racial discrimination are the root causes of these incidents is open to debate. But what's interesting is that in September 2006, before he was elected president, Nicolas Sarkozy visited Washington and argued that then the first French riot stood as one of the reasons he opposes Turkey's European Union membership."
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Tulin Daloglu December 4, 2007 ANKARA, Turkey. -- In the past two years, the suburbs of Paris have twice witnessed violent clashes between non-native French citizens and the police. Whether religious and cultural differences or poverty, unemployment and racial discrimination are the root causes of these incidents is open to debate. But what's interesting is that in September 2006, before he was elected president, Nicolas Sarkozy visited Washington and argued that then the first French riot stood as one of the reasons he opposes Turkey's European Union membership."
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New York hosts glamorous Mevlana Fashion Show - Turkish Daily News Dec 04, 2007
"New York hosts glamorous Mevlana Fashion Show Tuesday, December 4, 2007
Mevlana Fashion Show, organized by the Turkish Women's League of America in New York City to celebrate the 800th birthday of Mevlana Celaleddin-i Rumi displayed nearly 100 pieces from collections of the Ottoman time"
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Mevlana Fashion Show, organized by the Turkish Women's League of America in New York City to celebrate the 800th birthday of Mevlana Celaleddin-i Rumi displayed nearly 100 pieces from collections of the Ottoman time"
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Monday, December 03, 2007
Turkish-Dutch cooperation: The Hague / Ankara
"Turkish-Dutch cooperation: The Hague / Ankara
Last week, Myrthe sent me a press release about the opening of the Turkey Institute the Netherlands in The Hague on November 27, 2007. Its an independent institute with one goal: to give the citizens in the Netherlands on a scientifically way, information about Turkey. One of the initiative takers is Prof. Dr. Erik-Jan Zürcher, who is Professor Middle East languages at the oldest university of the Netherlands: the University Leiden. Its also one of the most well know universities of the Holland (still the same country), together with University of Utrecht (where he was Prof. Turkish languages and Culture until 2006, and which Universitty ranks worldwide no. 40) and Erasmus University Rotterdam."
More:Internations Musings: Istanbul, Florence, Athens, Yerevan and Dubai: Turkish-Dutch cooperation: The Hague / Ankara
Last week, Myrthe sent me a press release about the opening of the Turkey Institute the Netherlands in The Hague on November 27, 2007. Its an independent institute with one goal: to give the citizens in the Netherlands on a scientifically way, information about Turkey. One of the initiative takers is Prof. Dr. Erik-Jan Zürcher, who is Professor Middle East languages at the oldest university of the Netherlands: the University Leiden. Its also one of the most well know universities of the Holland (still the same country), together with University of Utrecht (where he was Prof. Turkish languages and Culture until 2006, and which Universitty ranks worldwide no. 40) and Erasmus University Rotterdam."
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Crashed Turkish plane was off course - official
"Crashed Turkish plane was off course - official
ANKARA (Thomson Financial) - A Turkish airliner that crashed Friday killing all 57 people on board had veered off course for a yet unknown reason, officials said Monday after a preliminary investigation."
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ANKARA (Thomson Financial) - A Turkish airliner that crashed Friday killing all 57 people on board had veered off course for a yet unknown reason, officials said Monday after a preliminary investigation."
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PKK sets terms for renouncing violence, demands Turkey's recognition of the Kurds identity
"PKK sets terms for renouncing violence, demands Turkey's recognition of the Kurds identity
The separatist Turkey's Kurdistan's Workers Party (PKK) announced on Sunday conditions for renouncing violence and becoming part of the political process in Turkey."
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The separatist Turkey's Kurdistan's Workers Party (PKK) announced on Sunday conditions for renouncing violence and becoming part of the political process in Turkey."
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Turkish 'Goodwill Envoys' for youth - Turkish Daily News Dec 03, 2007
"Turkish 'Goodwill Envoys' for youth Monday, December 3, 2007
Yıldız Kenter, Müjdat Gezen and Ayşe Kulin accepted UNICEF's offer to become 'Goodwill Envoys' for children in Turkey. The artists hekp organizd campaigns and charities for children and try to raise awareness"
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Yıldız Kenter, Müjdat Gezen and Ayşe Kulin accepted UNICEF's offer to become 'Goodwill Envoys' for children in Turkey. The artists hekp organizd campaigns and charities for children and try to raise awareness"
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Merkel Says German Christian Democrats Oppose Turkey's EU Bid
"Merkel Says German Christian Democrats Oppose Turkey's EU Bid
By Andreas Cremer Dec. 3 (Bloomberg) -- German Chancellor Angela Merkel said her Christian Democratic Union opposes Turkey's bid to become a full member of the European Union, the first time she has articulated outright opposition to Turkish EU membership."
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By Andreas Cremer Dec. 3 (Bloomberg) -- German Chancellor Angela Merkel said her Christian Democratic Union opposes Turkey's bid to become a full member of the European Union, the first time she has articulated outright opposition to Turkish EU membership."
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Turkey ranks 31st among European states in purchasing power
"Turkey ranks 31st among European states in purchasing power
In a recent survey comparing the purchasing power of European countries, Turkey has placed 31st with per capita disposable income of just over 3,000 euros."
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In a recent survey comparing the purchasing power of European countries, Turkey has placed 31st with per capita disposable income of just over 3,000 euros."
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Using Britain’s experience in Turkey’s fight against terrorism
"Using Britain’s experience in Turkey’s fight against terrorism
Can the DTP find its own Gerry Adams? by BEKİR ÇINAR* Why are Democratic Society Party (DTP) and its leaders destroying an historic opportunity? Is it that they don’t really like Turkey and the Kurds? Or is it instead that they are just far, far removed from the knowledge of what it means to be and to lead a political party?"
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Can the DTP find its own Gerry Adams? by BEKİR ÇINAR* Why are Democratic Society Party (DTP) and its leaders destroying an historic opportunity? Is it that they don’t really like Turkey and the Kurds? Or is it instead that they are just far, far removed from the knowledge of what it means to be and to lead a political party?"
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Foreign interest benefits Turkish auto suppliers - Turkish Daily News Dec 03, 2007
"Foreign interest benefits Turkish auto suppliers Monday, December 3, 2007
The Turkish automotive supplier industry is expected to explode in the next few years, with big names like Mercedes, Volkswagen, and General Motors looking at opening purchase offices here."
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The Turkish automotive supplier industry is expected to explode in the next few years, with big names like Mercedes, Volkswagen, and General Motors looking at opening purchase offices here."
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European Parliament to host Kurdish conference
"European Parliament to host Kurdish conference
A conference on the European Union, Turkey and the Kurds will begin today in Belgium with the participation of high-level diplomats and Nobel Prize winners."
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A conference on the European Union, Turkey and the Kurds will begin today in Belgium with the participation of high-level diplomats and Nobel Prize winners."
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An idyllic Greek island becomes the new frontier for African migrants | Special reports | Guardian Unlimited
"An idyllic Greek island becomes the new frontier for African migrants
Hazardous journeys end in small but perilous voyage from Turkey to Samos"
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Hazardous journeys end in small but perilous voyage from Turkey to Samos"
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Serbia shares Turkey's EU ambition
"Serbia shares Turkey's EU ambition Mon, 03 Dec 2007 07:56:56
Serbian President Boris Tadic has announced that his country considers Turkey's vision plan on joining the European Union as a model."
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Serbian President Boris Tadic has announced that his country considers Turkey's vision plan on joining the European Union as a model."
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Turkish Cypriots favour a permanent split with south - Independent Online Edition > Europe
"Turkish Cypriots favour a permanent split with south
By Jerome Taylor in northern Cyprus Published: 03 December 2007 They were the people who, three years ago, voted overwhelmingly for a peaceful resolution to the division of their island and were rewarded by being denied entry into the European Union. Now for the first time in years, thanks to a string of broken promises by Brussels and the wider international community, the population of north Cyprus favour the permanent partition of their Mediterranean island."
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By Jerome Taylor in northern Cyprus Published: 03 December 2007 They were the people who, three years ago, voted overwhelmingly for a peaceful resolution to the division of their island and were rewarded by being denied entry into the European Union. Now for the first time in years, thanks to a string of broken promises by Brussels and the wider international community, the population of north Cyprus favour the permanent partition of their Mediterranean island."
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Istanbul bourse sets record in IPOs - Turkish Daily News Dec 03, 2007
"Istanbul bourse sets record in IPOs Monday, December 3, 2007
Istanbul Stock Exchange (IMKB) sets a new record in its general public offerings by surpassing the $2.8 billion record set in 2000, to reach $3.3 billion. With a public offering by Türk Telekom and Ziraat Bank a new record is expected to be set in 2008"
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Istanbul Stock Exchange (IMKB) sets a new record in its general public offerings by surpassing the $2.8 billion record set in 2000, to reach $3.3 billion. With a public offering by Türk Telekom and Ziraat Bank a new record is expected to be set in 2008"
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Turk, US experts seeking clues - Turkish Daily News Dec 03, 2007
"Turk, US experts seeking clues Monday, December 3, 2007
A U.S. team of investigators was due in Turkey yesterday to join Turkish experts hunting for clues as to what caused the deadly plane crash that killed 57 people, a transport ministry official said."
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A U.S. team of investigators was due in Turkey yesterday to join Turkish experts hunting for clues as to what caused the deadly plane crash that killed 57 people, a transport ministry official said."
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Domestic violence cases will be taken under record - Turkish Daily News Dec 03, 2007
"Domestic violence cases will be taken under record Monday, December 3, 2007
Police will begin putting cases of domestic violence against women into a single database through a training program that will reach 40,000 police in all provinces of Turkey. "
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Police will begin putting cases of domestic violence against women into a single database through a training program that will reach 40,000 police in all provinces of Turkey. "
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The Associated Press: 4 Kurdish Rebels Killed in Fighting
"4 Kurdish Rebels Killed in Fighting
By SUZAN FRASER – 8 hours ago ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — Turkish troops killed four Kurdish rebels in fighting near Turkey's border with Iraq, officials and media reports said Sunday. Two of the separatists were killed Saturday in rugged terrain in Turkey's Sirnak province, on the border with Iraq, when troops opened fire on a group of rebels who ignored calls to surrender and fired on soldiers, the military said in a statement posted on its official Web site."
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By SUZAN FRASER – 8 hours ago ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — Turkish troops killed four Kurdish rebels in fighting near Turkey's border with Iraq, officials and media reports said Sunday. Two of the separatists were killed Saturday in rugged terrain in Turkey's Sirnak province, on the border with Iraq, when troops opened fire on a group of rebels who ignored calls to surrender and fired on soldiers, the military said in a statement posted on its official Web site."
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General Electric, Dogus jv cleared by EU
"General Electric, Dogus jv cleared by EU
December 03, 2007: 05:41 AM EST BRUSSELS, Dec. 3, 2007 (Thomson Financial delivered by Newstex) -- The European Commission said it has cleared General Electric (NYSE:GE) Co's Turkish division and Dogus Holding AS' joint venture to acquire a 25.5 pct stake in Turkish bank Garanti."
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December 03, 2007: 05:41 AM EST BRUSSELS, Dec. 3, 2007 (Thomson Financial delivered by Newstex) -- The European Commission said it has cleared General Electric (NYSE:GE) Co's Turkish division and Dogus Holding AS' joint venture to acquire a 25.5 pct stake in Turkish bank Garanti."
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Sunday, December 02, 2007
Turkey To Restructure Utility Helicopter Program - 12/03/07 12:29
"Turkey To Restructure Utility Helicopter Program
By BURAK EGE BEKDIL and UMIT ENGINSOY ANKARA and WASHINGTON — Turkey procurement authorities are preparing to reshuffle a $700 million effort to buy utility helicopters in the wake of a late-hour offer by AgustaWestland, industry sources said."
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By BURAK EGE BEKDIL and UMIT ENGINSOY ANKARA and WASHINGTON — Turkey procurement authorities are preparing to reshuffle a $700 million effort to buy utility helicopters in the wake of a late-hour offer by AgustaWestland, industry sources said."
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64-year-old Turkish woman gives birth
"A Turkish woman gives birth at the age of 64 in Germany
Türkan Katıçelik is the oldest mother in Germany. Katıçelik got pregnant with the method of artificial fertilization using the eggs of a 25 year old woman and sperms of her husband. Katıçelik named her daughter Kayra. Her husband said: 'it was a dream of 20 years.'"
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Türkan Katıçelik is the oldest mother in Germany. Katıçelik got pregnant with the method of artificial fertilization using the eggs of a 25 year old woman and sperms of her husband. Katıçelik named her daughter Kayra. Her husband said: 'it was a dream of 20 years.'"
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Turkish Cypriots favour a permanent split with south - Independent Online Edition > Europe
"Turkish Cypriots favour a permanent split with south
By Jerome Taylor in northern Cyprus Published: 03 December 2007
They were the people who, three years ago, voted overwhelmingly for a peaceful resolution to the division of their island and were rewarded by being denied entry into the European Union. Now for the first time in years, thanks to a string of broken promises by Brussels and the wider international community, the population of north Cyprus favour the permanent partition of their Mediterranean island."
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By Jerome Taylor in northern Cyprus Published: 03 December 2007
They were the people who, three years ago, voted overwhelmingly for a peaceful resolution to the division of their island and were rewarded by being denied entry into the European Union. Now for the first time in years, thanks to a string of broken promises by Brussels and the wider international community, the population of north Cyprus favour the permanent partition of their Mediterranean island."
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American Chronicle: The Importance of Laicism for Turkey
"The Importance of Laicism for Turkey
M. Orhan Tarhan
December 2, 2007
In this country most people do not understand what Laicism is. Many believe it is the same thing as secularism.. This has very serious consequences. Let us first define properly these two concepts."
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M. Orhan Tarhan
December 2, 2007
In this country most people do not understand what Laicism is. Many believe it is the same thing as secularism.. This has very serious consequences. Let us first define properly these two concepts."
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Khaleej Times Online - Turkish president arrives in Pakistan: officials
"Turkish president arrives in Pakistan: officials (AFP) 2 December 2007
ISLAMABAD - Turkish President Abdullah Gul arrived in the Pakistani capital Sunday, becoming the first foreign leader to do so since the declaration of emergency rule, officials said."
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ISLAMABAD - Turkish President Abdullah Gul arrived in the Pakistani capital Sunday, becoming the first foreign leader to do so since the declaration of emergency rule, officials said."
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Business: Halal food standards to be introduced in Turkey in 2008 (SETimes.com)
"Business: Halal food standards to be introduced in Turkey in 2008 30/11/2007
The Turkish government plans new standards for foods that comply with Islamic dietary laws. Also this week: Albania's central bank raises its repo rate for the fourth time in a year."
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The Turkish government plans new standards for foods that comply with Islamic dietary laws. Also this week: Albania's central bank raises its repo rate for the fourth time in a year."
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Turkey's military kills 2 Kurdish rebels in fighting near Iraq border - International Herald Tribune
"Turkey's military kills 2 Kurdish rebels in fighting near Iraq border
ANKARA, Turkey: Turkish troops killed two separatist Kurdish rebels in fighting near Turkey's border with Iraq, the military said Sunday.
The two were killed Saturday in rugged terrain in Sirnak province, when troops opened fire on a group of rebels who ignored calls to surrender and fired on soldiers, the military said in a statement posted on its official Web site."
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ANKARA, Turkey: Turkish troops killed two separatist Kurdish rebels in fighting near Turkey's border with Iraq, the military said Sunday.
The two were killed Saturday in rugged terrain in Sirnak province, when troops opened fire on a group of rebels who ignored calls to surrender and fired on soldiers, the military said in a statement posted on its official Web site."
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Khaleej Times Online - Kidnapped priest rescued in southeast Turkey
"Kidnapped priest rescued in southeast Turkey (Reuters)
30 November 2007 ISTANBUL - A Syriac Christian priest kidnapped this week in southeast Turkey has been rescued in an operation by security forces, Turkish television stations reported on Friday."
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30 November 2007 ISTANBUL - A Syriac Christian priest kidnapped this week in southeast Turkey has been rescued in an operation by security forces, Turkish television stations reported on Friday."
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swissinfo - Switzerland drawn against in next year's European football championships.
"Swiss v Turkey, Portugal and Czech Republic
Switzerland will face Turkey, Portugal and the Czech Republic in the group stage of next year's European football championships."
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Switzerland will face Turkey, Portugal and the Czech Republic in the group stage of next year's European football championships."
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PKK leader acknowledges Turkey strike
"PKK leader acknowledges Turkey strike
A leader of the rebel Kurdistan Workers' Party on Sunday acknowledged the Turkish military's attack on the group's bases inside Iraq after initially denying it, but said there had been no casualties. On Saturday, Turkey said it had inflicted heavy casualties on a group of '50 to 60 terrorists' inside northern Iraq, and the PKK leader denied there had been any attack that day."
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A leader of the rebel Kurdistan Workers' Party on Sunday acknowledged the Turkish military's attack on the group's bases inside Iraq after initially denying it, but said there had been no casualties. On Saturday, Turkey said it had inflicted heavy casualties on a group of '50 to 60 terrorists' inside northern Iraq, and the PKK leader denied there had been any attack that day."
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Maybe Europe changes people
"Maybe Europe changes people
STEFANOS EVRIPIDOU speaks to a new, improved and mellow Matsakis GOOD READOUT: ‘When dealing with Turkey or the regime in the north, there are times to use a carrot and times to use a stick. Now is the time to use a carrot’ ‘FIREBRAND’, ‘maverick’ and ‘outspoken’ are some of the words usually associated with former DIKO deputy and European parliamentarian Marios Matsakis. ‘Peace-maker’ and ‘bridge-builder’ are not."
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STEFANOS EVRIPIDOU speaks to a new, improved and mellow Matsakis GOOD READOUT: ‘When dealing with Turkey or the regime in the north, there are times to use a carrot and times to use a stick. Now is the time to use a carrot’ ‘FIREBRAND’, ‘maverick’ and ‘outspoken’ are some of the words usually associated with former DIKO deputy and European parliamentarian Marios Matsakis. ‘Peace-maker’ and ‘bridge-builder’ are not."
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Trek Across Turkey
"Trek Across Turkey
Travelogue by Patryk Pawel Moriak, Link
Historical Crossroad Between Eastern and Western Cultures
Welcome our contributing travel writer Patryk Pawel Moriak. For Patryk "traveling means something more than just nature or landscapes. It gives opportunity to admire beautiful architecture, meet interesting people, see specific wild life and uncommon events, different in every part of the world." Here is the abridged version of his travelogue from the recent journey across Turkey:
Turkey has always fascinated both me and my girlfriend. We've heard that each area of the country has its own spirit, history, landscape and even cuisine. With its wonderful nature, cultural mix and a 10,000 years-old heritage, much of which is still being uncovered, Turkey has so much to offer that it is not surprising one trip there is never enough."
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Travelogue by Patryk Pawel Moriak, Link
Historical Crossroad Between Eastern and Western Cultures
Welcome our contributing travel writer Patryk Pawel Moriak. For Patryk "traveling means something more than just nature or landscapes. It gives opportunity to admire beautiful architecture, meet interesting people, see specific wild life and uncommon events, different in every part of the world." Here is the abridged version of his travelogue from the recent journey across Turkey:
Turkey has always fascinated both me and my girlfriend. We've heard that each area of the country has its own spirit, history, landscape and even cuisine. With its wonderful nature, cultural mix and a 10,000 years-old heritage, much of which is still being uncovered, Turkey has so much to offer that it is not surprising one trip there is never enough."
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The CIA buzzes over Europe! - Turkish Daily News Dec 01, 2007
"The CIA buzzes over Europe! Saturday, December 1, 2007
Orhan Kemal Cengiz
A dingy, crowded room in a remote airport. Around the man in the middle whose ankles are shackled, a group of six or seven black-clad, black-gloved, black-masked men are in feverish activity. Two are gripping the man tightly. Two others with scissors in their hands are carefully cutting his clothing with unbelievable speed… Cutting off his underwear and leaving him stark naked, they place the cut clothing in a bag. The man's mouth, ears, and crotch are inspected very thoroughly; something hard is inserted into his anus; a nappy is put on him and then new clothes. This operation, occurring in absolute silence with only the use of hand gestures, takes 15-20 minutes to complete. "
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Orhan Kemal Cengiz
A dingy, crowded room in a remote airport. Around the man in the middle whose ankles are shackled, a group of six or seven black-clad, black-gloved, black-masked men are in feverish activity. Two are gripping the man tightly. Two others with scissors in their hands are carefully cutting his clothing with unbelievable speed… Cutting off his underwear and leaving him stark naked, they place the cut clothing in a bag. The man's mouth, ears, and crotch are inspected very thoroughly; something hard is inserted into his anus; a nappy is put on him and then new clothes. This operation, occurring in absolute silence with only the use of hand gestures, takes 15-20 minutes to complete. "
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Clothe the naked - Turkish Daily News Dec 01, 2007
"Clothe the naked Saturday, December 1, 2007
NAZLAN ERTAN
Even the last Ottoman caliph used to draw picture of naked women… Or so announced daily Milliyet in its headline news. "
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NAZLAN ERTAN
Even the last Ottoman caliph used to draw picture of naked women… Or so announced daily Milliyet in its headline news. "
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Istanbul: Jewel of the Marmara Region
"Istanbul: Jewel of the Marmara Region By JOHN NASH Hernando Today correspondent Published: Dec 1, 2007
Some 2,000 years before Columbus stumbled on America, a Greek mariner, named Byzas, sailed into a protected inlet near what appeared to be the end of a vast, inland sea. He found the place to be so inviting that he decided to stay, thus starting the city which later bore his name—“Byzantium.”"
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Some 2,000 years before Columbus stumbled on America, a Greek mariner, named Byzas, sailed into a protected inlet near what appeared to be the end of a vast, inland sea. He found the place to be so inviting that he decided to stay, thus starting the city which later bore his name—“Byzantium.”"
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Turkey strikes at Kurdish militants in Iraq
"Turkey strikes at Kurdish militants in Iraq
Turkish military leaders say their forces have mounted a cross-border operation to tackle a group of up to 60 Kurdish militants. But it is not clear whether it was a ground or aerial strike aimed at destroying bases of the Kurdistan Workers Party, the PKK. A spokesman for the Iraqi Kurdish leadership denied there had been an incursion by Turkish troops. The US military says it is unaware of any cross-border operation."
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Turkish military leaders say their forces have mounted a cross-border operation to tackle a group of up to 60 Kurdish militants. But it is not clear whether it was a ground or aerial strike aimed at destroying bases of the Kurdistan Workers Party, the PKK. A spokesman for the Iraqi Kurdish leadership denied there had been an incursion by Turkish troops. The US military says it is unaware of any cross-border operation."
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European Union and Turkey begin next stage of membership talks 18 Dec 2007 NewsAhead World News Forecast calendar future world news headlines
"European Union and Turkey begin next stage of membership talks
The European Union, under the presidency of Portugal, plans to open talks on consumer and health protection with Turkey in December despite continuing ambivalence in the bloc about Turkish membership and previous setbacks in the negotiations. Portugal hopes that restarting the accession talks will energize the country's moves towards reform."
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The European Union, under the presidency of Portugal, plans to open talks on consumer and health protection with Turkey in December despite continuing ambivalence in the bloc about Turkish membership and previous setbacks in the negotiations. Portugal hopes that restarting the accession talks will energize the country's moves towards reform."
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VOA News - Turkey Claims 'Significant' Gains in Attack on Kurdish Rebels in Northern Iraq
"Turkey Claims 'Significant' Gains in Attack on Kurdish Rebels in Northern Iraq By VOA News 02 December 2007
Turkey says its military has inflicted significant losses in an attack on Kurdish rebels in northern Iraq, and it warns that such attacks across the border may continue."
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Turkey says its military has inflicted significant losses in an attack on Kurdish rebels in northern Iraq, and it warns that such attacks across the border may continue."
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Saturday, December 01, 2007
6 Academics Among Dead in Turkish Plane Crash - Chronicle.com
"6 Academics Among Dead in Turkish Plane Crash
A plane crash Friday in Turkey killed 57 people, six of them academics on their way to a physics conference, according to the Turkish newspaper Hürriyet."
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A plane crash Friday in Turkey killed 57 people, six of them academics on their way to a physics conference, according to the Turkish newspaper Hürriyet."
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Turkish army says military operation only targets PKK_English_Xinhua
"Turkish army says military operation only targets PKK www.chinaview.cn 2007-12-02 06:38:59
ANKARA, Dec. 1 (Xinhua) -- Turkish military underlined late Saturday that its operations targeted only the rebels of the outlawed Kurdish Workers' Party (PKK). Turkish General Staff said in a latest statement that the military operations 'are not against people living in northern Iraq nor against local groups unless they commit an act of enmity against the Turkish Armed Forces (TSK).'"
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ANKARA, Dec. 1 (Xinhua) -- Turkish military underlined late Saturday that its operations targeted only the rebels of the outlawed Kurdish Workers' Party (PKK). Turkish General Staff said in a latest statement that the military operations 'are not against people living in northern Iraq nor against local groups unless they commit an act of enmity against the Turkish Armed Forces (TSK).'"
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Energy Newsletter TURKEY: A Personal Evaluation of Nuclear Energy in Turkey- 2007
"A Personal Evaluation of Nuclear Energy in Turkey- 2007
Dear Energy Professional, Dear Colleagues Those of 1968 generation will recall that there was a “Nuclear'' division in the METU Mechanical Engineering Department along with “Heat” and “Mechanics”. There were many graduates with BSc and MSc, even PhD degrees from “Nuclear” division, all confident that they could design, build and operate nuclear power plants."
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Dear Energy Professional, Dear Colleagues Those of 1968 generation will recall that there was a “Nuclear'' division in the METU Mechanical Engineering Department along with “Heat” and “Mechanics”. There were many graduates with BSc and MSc, even PhD degrees from “Nuclear” division, all confident that they could design, build and operate nuclear power plants."
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EU, US oil firms’ uneasy gamble in Northern Iraq - NEW EUROPE
"EU, US oil firms’ uneasy gamble in Northern Iraq Author: Kostis Geropoulos 1 December 2007 - Issue : 758
Foreign oil companies jockeying for position in Northern Iraq are taking a great risk signing contracts with Iraq's Kurdish Regional Government (KRG), given Turkey’s ongoing conflict with the Kurdish rebels and Iraqi Oil Minister Hussein al-Shahristani’s threats to cancel the deals as long as the oil bill is not passed."
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Foreign oil companies jockeying for position in Northern Iraq are taking a great risk signing contracts with Iraq's Kurdish Regional Government (KRG), given Turkey’s ongoing conflict with the Kurdish rebels and Iraqi Oil Minister Hussein al-Shahristani’s threats to cancel the deals as long as the oil bill is not passed."
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Turkish cabinet gives green light to army, which attacks Kurds - International Herald Tribune
"Turkish cabinet gives green light to army, which attacks Kurds
ANKARA: Hours after Turkey's cabinet gave the army authority to attack rebel Kurds inside Iraq, the military said it attacked a group of dozens of rebels there Saturday, inflicting heavy casualties."
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ANKARA: Hours after Turkey's cabinet gave the army authority to attack rebel Kurds inside Iraq, the military said it attacked a group of dozens of rebels there Saturday, inflicting heavy casualties."
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Turks fire on Kurdish rebels | The Sun |HomePage|News
"TURKISH troops fired on a group of between 50 and 60 Kurdish rebels inside northern Iraqi territory today.
The action has caused “significant losses” according to a Turkish military source.
The operation came a day after Turkish Prime Minister Tayyip Erdogan said his cabinet had authorised the armed forces to launch an offensive against the Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK) rebels.
The PKK has been staging attacks on Turkey from across the border. "
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The action has caused “significant losses” according to a Turkish military source.
The operation came a day after Turkish Prime Minister Tayyip Erdogan said his cabinet had authorised the armed forces to launch an offensive against the Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK) rebels.
The PKK has been staging attacks on Turkey from across the border. "
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The only Turk chef with a Michelin star - Turkish Daily News Dec 01, 2007
"The only Turk chef with a Michelin star Saturday, December 1, 2007
Ali Haydar Güngörmüş, whose 80-person capacity restaurant Le Canard in Hamburg's most luxurious district was awarded a Michelin star , the highest acclaim for a restaurant, last year, is the first Turkish chef to enjoy this success
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Ali Haydar Güngörmüş, whose 80-person capacity restaurant Le Canard in Hamburg's most luxurious district was awarded a Michelin star , the highest acclaim for a restaurant, last year, is the first Turkish chef to enjoy this success
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Economic Connectivity Best Weapon Against War Between Turks and Kurds
"Economic Connectivity Best Weapon Against War Between Turks and Kurds
November 7, 2007 Turkish-Bred Prosperity Makes War Less Likely in Iraqi Kurdistan By RICHARD A. OPPEL Jr. DOHUK, Iraq, Nov. 6 — Viewed from the outside, Iraqi Kurdistan looks close to war. Tens of thousands of Turkish troops are amassed on the border. And thousands of Iraqi Kurdish pesh merga fighters have taken up positions in the Mateen Mountains, ready for a counterattack, their local commanders say, should any Turkish operation hit civilians."
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November 7, 2007 Turkish-Bred Prosperity Makes War Less Likely in Iraqi Kurdistan By RICHARD A. OPPEL Jr. DOHUK, Iraq, Nov. 6 — Viewed from the outside, Iraqi Kurdistan looks close to war. Tens of thousands of Turkish troops are amassed on the border. And thousands of Iraqi Kurdish pesh merga fighters have taken up positions in the Mateen Mountains, ready for a counterattack, their local commanders say, should any Turkish operation hit civilians."
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Turkish Court: Marital Rape Not A Crime
"Turkish Court: Marital Rape Not A Crime
Turkish Columnist: Decision Turns Women Into Sex Slaves In response to a ruling by Turkey's Supreme Court of Appeals that marital rape is not a crime, İsmet Berkan wrote in his column in Radikal that because of the ruling, if a woman 'resists and is killed by her husband in the end, his penalty even could be reduced due to 'grievous provocation!' We learned [about] this during the ‘Stop Violence Against Women’ week...'"
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Turkish Columnist: Decision Turns Women Into Sex Slaves In response to a ruling by Turkey's Supreme Court of Appeals that marital rape is not a crime, İsmet Berkan wrote in his column in Radikal that because of the ruling, if a woman 'resists and is killed by her husband in the end, his penalty even could be reduced due to 'grievous provocation!' We learned [about] this during the ‘Stop Violence Against Women’ week...'"
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PKK Update
"PKK Update
When Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan met with President Bush in Washington to discuss the PKK three weeks ago, northern Iraq was in a state of high alert, with rumors of war swirling and tensions at the boiling point. At the outcome of the meeting, President Bush had promised to take concrete steps to address Turkey's grievances, and Prime Minister Erdogan basically agreed to hold off on plummeting the only stable region in Iraq into conflict and chaos."
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When Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan met with President Bush in Washington to discuss the PKK three weeks ago, northern Iraq was in a state of high alert, with rumors of war swirling and tensions at the boiling point. At the outcome of the meeting, President Bush had promised to take concrete steps to address Turkey's grievances, and Prime Minister Erdogan basically agreed to hold off on plummeting the only stable region in Iraq into conflict and chaos."
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Turkish Armenians in Istanbul call for a peaceful future - Turkish Daily News Dec 01, 2007
"Turkish Armenians in Istanbul call for a peaceful future Saturday, December 1, 2007
'Together from the past to the future,' project aiming to show the peaceful social life of Armenians and Turks during the Ottoman era, features a photo exhibition in Cemal Reşit Rey Concert Hall that explores the Armenian Balyan family’s role in the architectural style of Ottoman palaces and a concert, which brings to light 69 Armenian-Ottoman composers in Lütfi Kırdar International Congress Hall"
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'Together from the past to the future,' project aiming to show the peaceful social life of Armenians and Turks during the Ottoman era, features a photo exhibition in Cemal Reşit Rey Concert Hall that explores the Armenian Balyan family’s role in the architectural style of Ottoman palaces and a concert, which brings to light 69 Armenian-Ottoman composers in Lütfi Kırdar International Congress Hall"
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Turks Pray for Victims of Plane Crash - Forbes.com
"Turks Pray for Victims of Plane Crash By SELCAN HACAOGLU 12.01.07, 7:00 AM ET
ISPARTA, Turkey -
Thousands of people flocked to mosques in Isparta on Saturday to pray for the victims of a deadly plane crash that killed all 57 people on board."
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ISPARTA, Turkey -
Thousands of people flocked to mosques in Isparta on Saturday to pray for the victims of a deadly plane crash that killed all 57 people on board."
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Cause sought in crash of Turkish airliner - The Boston Globe
"Investigators seek answers in Turkish airliner crash
ISPARTA, Turkey - Investigators are hoping the recovery of flight data recorders will shed light on what caused a Turkish domestic airliner to crash yesterday, killing all 57 people on board."
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ISPARTA, Turkey - Investigators are hoping the recovery of flight data recorders will shed light on what caused a Turkish domestic airliner to crash yesterday, killing all 57 people on board."
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Business discusses women in working life - Turkish Daily News Dec 01, 2007
"Business discusses women in working life Saturday, December 1, 2007
Although the role of women in business life in Turkey has increased, women still have not been able to enjoy the same rights as men, said Ümit Boyner, Vice Chairman of Turkish Industrialists and Businessmen's Association (TÜSIAD) in her keynote speech at the �Women in business life: let's leave clichés aside� seminar in Istanbul yesterday."
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Although the role of women in business life in Turkey has increased, women still have not been able to enjoy the same rights as men, said Ümit Boyner, Vice Chairman of Turkish Industrialists and Businessmen's Association (TÜSIAD) in her keynote speech at the �Women in business life: let's leave clichés aside� seminar in Istanbul yesterday."
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Inflation anticipated to exceed 6 pct - Turkish Daily News Dec 01, 2007
"Inflation anticipated to exceed 6 pct Saturday, December 1, 2007
Turkey's Central Bank said on Friday that it expected 2007 inflation to exceed 6 percent, well above a 4 percent official year-end target.The bank said in its fifth financial stability report that despite the slippage on the inflation goal, medium-term inflation expectations were on a downward trend, reported Reuters."
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Turkey's Central Bank said on Friday that it expected 2007 inflation to exceed 6 percent, well above a 4 percent official year-end target.The bank said in its fifth financial stability report that despite the slippage on the inflation goal, medium-term inflation expectations were on a downward trend, reported Reuters."
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Khaleej Times Online - Turkish police arrest nearly 300 illegals bound for Europe
"Turkish police arrest nearly 300 illegals bound for Europe (AFP)
1 December 2007 ANKARA - Turkish police in the southern Antalya province arrested 290 illegal immigrants heading for western Europe via Greece, the Anatolia news agency reported Saturday."
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1 December 2007 ANKARA - Turkish police in the southern Antalya province arrested 290 illegal immigrants heading for western Europe via Greece, the Anatolia news agency reported Saturday."
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Could Izmir win Expo 2015? - Turkish Daily News Dec 01, 2007
"Could Izmir win Expo 2015? Saturday, December 1, 2007
Gila Benmayor
I was in Paris for the third presentation to be made by İzmir for its bid to host the global Expo 2015 Fair."
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Gila Benmayor
I was in Paris for the third presentation to be made by İzmir for its bid to host the global Expo 2015 Fair."
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Istanbul, Turkey: Where East and West Meet » Road Less Travelled Blog
"Istanbul, Turkey: Where East and West Meet
To borrow a phrase from my old Roman Law lecturer, late on Friday during the Autumn of 2007, I arrived in Constantinople, or Istanbul as the Turks insist on calling it. Personally, I prefer Byzantium, simply because “Byzantine” is such a great adjective."
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To borrow a phrase from my old Roman Law lecturer, late on Friday during the Autumn of 2007, I arrived in Constantinople, or Istanbul as the Turks insist on calling it. Personally, I prefer Byzantium, simply because “Byzantine” is such a great adjective."
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You can’t insult Turks, Mohammad, Spanish royalty - NEW EUROPE
"You can’t insult Turks, Mohammad, Spanish royalty 1 December 2007 - Issue : 758 Europeans think Muslim humour is an oxymoron, and many jumped to the defence of a Danish newspaper two years ago when it printed cartoons of the Prophet Mohammad that were, let’s say, rather unflattering, setting off jihadic jitters in the Muslim world and threats against the cartoonists, the newspaper, and the whole country of Denmark."
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Booming Kurdistan rethinks independence -- chicagotribune.com
"Booming Kurdistan rethinks independence Turks' recent threat to invade tells many they need Iraq
IRBIL, Iraq — In the barren brown hills outside the Kurdish capital of Irbil, across the highway from what used to be the American outpost in northern Iraq, a little piece of the U.S. is being built."
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IRBIL, Iraq — In the barren brown hills outside the Kurdish capital of Irbil, across the highway from what used to be the American outpost in northern Iraq, a little piece of the U.S. is being built."
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Turkey revisits African policy - Turkish Daily News Dec 01, 2007
"Turkey revisits African policy Saturday, December 1, 2007
Turkey put its African policy under scrutiny Friday during consultations at the Foreign Ministry with Turkish ambassadors to African countries."
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Turkey put its African policy under scrutiny Friday during consultations at the Foreign Ministry with Turkish ambassadors to African countries."
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