"Turkey's membership significant to EU: British foreign secretary
www.chinaview.cn 2009-11-06 06:01:12
ANKARA, Nov. 5 (Xinhua) -- British Foreign Secretary David Miliband said here Thursday Turkey's membership would be a significant symbol of the European Union (EU) as a union of different values, the semi-official Anatolia news agency reported."
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Friday, November 06, 2009
June Haimoff: an exotic woman with wide horizons
"June Haimoff: an exotic woman with wide horizons
JANE TUNA
FETHİYE - Hürriyet Daily News
June Haimoff is, and it seems always has been, an exotic and free spirit. At 85-years-old she still exudes a passion and energy to protect the beach at İztuzu in Dalyan from development in order to keep it safe for Loggerhead turtles, which visit the glorious sandy beach to lay their eggs."
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JANE TUNA
FETHİYE - Hürriyet Daily News
June Haimoff is, and it seems always has been, an exotic and free spirit. At 85-years-old she still exudes a passion and energy to protect the beach at İztuzu in Dalyan from development in order to keep it safe for Loggerhead turtles, which visit the glorious sandy beach to lay their eggs."
More:June Haimoff: an exotic woman with wide horizons - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
The northern Iraq factor in the 'Kurdish opening'
"The northern Iraq factor in the 'Kurdish opening'
SEMİH IDİZ
Foreign Minister Davutoğlu’s recent visit to Iraq, which included high-level meetings in Basra Mosul and Arbil, represented another breakthrough for Ankara in terms of its foreign policy administration. While it was important that Davutoğlu visited Basra and Mosul, it was undoubtedly his contacts in Arbil, which included a meeting with Iraqi Kurdish leader Massoud Barzani, that attracted most attention."
More:The northern Iraq factor in the 'Kurdish opening' - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
SEMİH IDİZ
Foreign Minister Davutoğlu’s recent visit to Iraq, which included high-level meetings in Basra Mosul and Arbil, represented another breakthrough for Ankara in terms of its foreign policy administration. While it was important that Davutoğlu visited Basra and Mosul, it was undoubtedly his contacts in Arbil, which included a meeting with Iraqi Kurdish leader Massoud Barzani, that attracted most attention."
More:The northern Iraq factor in the 'Kurdish opening' - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Turkey is changing its shell
"Turkey is changing its shell
Mehmet Ali Birand
Extremely interesting developments are taking place in the relationship between Turkey and the European Union. In fact not only in its relationship with the EU but also Turkey’s relation to external relations in general started to experience a change."
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Mehmet Ali Birand
Extremely interesting developments are taking place in the relationship between Turkey and the European Union. In fact not only in its relationship with the EU but also Turkey’s relation to external relations in general started to experience a change."
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Anti-Semitism or opportunism?
"Anti-Semitism or opportunism?
YUSUF KANLI
Israel has committed incredibly brutal acts, not only in the latest operation on the Gaza Strip, during which, according to a U.N. probe being debated at the General Assembly, the Jewish state “committed actions amounting to war crimes, possibly crimes against humanity,” but also in the past decades during which Palestinians were denied their inalienable rights, headed by their right to live in an independent state on their homeland."
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YUSUF KANLI
Israel has committed incredibly brutal acts, not only in the latest operation on the Gaza Strip, during which, according to a U.N. probe being debated at the General Assembly, the Jewish state “committed actions amounting to war crimes, possibly crimes against humanity,” but also in the past decades during which Palestinians were denied their inalienable rights, headed by their right to live in an independent state on their homeland."
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Turkey Set to Host President of Sudan - WSJ.com
"Turkey Set to Host President of Sudan
By NICHOLAS BIRCH and SARAH CHILDRESS
Turkey will receive Sudanese President Omar Hassan al-Bashir next week and has no plans to arrest him despite his indictment by an international court for war crimes in Sudan's Darfur region, senior Turkish officials said Thursday."
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By NICHOLAS BIRCH and SARAH CHILDRESS
Turkey will receive Sudanese President Omar Hassan al-Bashir next week and has no plans to arrest him despite his indictment by an international court for war crimes in Sudan's Darfur region, senior Turkish officials said Thursday."
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Shaw receives Turkish ethylene plant extension contract
"Shaw receives Turkish ethylene plant extension contract
5th November 2009
US technology provider Shaw Group has been awarded a contract by Turkish petrochemical company Petkim to expand an ethylene plant in Aliaga, Turkey.
Under the contract, the company has been tasked with providing engineering and procurement services and additional study work to expand the ethylene processing facility.
Shaw built the original 300kTA plant in 1986 and performed basic engineering for the previous capacity revamp to 520 kTA in 1999. The new expansion will increase ethylene production capacity by approximately 10 percent."
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5th November 2009
US technology provider Shaw Group has been awarded a contract by Turkish petrochemical company Petkim to expand an ethylene plant in Aliaga, Turkey.
Under the contract, the company has been tasked with providing engineering and procurement services and additional study work to expand the ethylene processing facility.
Shaw built the original 300kTA plant in 1986 and performed basic engineering for the previous capacity revamp to 520 kTA in 1999. The new expansion will increase ethylene production capacity by approximately 10 percent."
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Renewable energy industry calls for legislation update
"Renewable energy industry calls for legislation update
It is of utmost importance to Turkey's renewable energy sector that an amendment to the renewable-energy law is passed quickly, said participants at the Renex Renewable Energy Fair on Thursday."
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It is of utmost importance to Turkey's renewable energy sector that an amendment to the renewable-energy law is passed quickly, said participants at the Renex Renewable Energy Fair on Thursday."
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Turkey to Intensify Calls for Karabakh Withdrawal | Asbarez News
"Turkey to Intensify Calls for Karabakh Withdrawal
ANKARA (News.az)—Turkey will intensify efforts to raise Azerbaijan’s interests in the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict as it negotiates with Armenia to normalize relations and open borders, Turkish President Abdullah Gul said Thursday, the Azeri news.az online news portal reported."
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ANKARA (News.az)—Turkey will intensify efforts to raise Azerbaijan’s interests in the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict as it negotiates with Armenia to normalize relations and open borders, Turkish President Abdullah Gul said Thursday, the Azeri news.az online news portal reported."
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Miliband backs Turkey's EU bid
"Miliband backs Turkey's EU bid
ANKARA, Turkey, Nov. 5 (UPI) -- Turkish accession to the European Union will be a tremendous benefit to Ankara and to the region, said British Foreign Secretary David Miliband."
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ANKARA, Turkey, Nov. 5 (UPI) -- Turkish accession to the European Union will be a tremendous benefit to Ankara and to the region, said British Foreign Secretary David Miliband."
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Seki Ski Resort Ready – Just Waiting for Snow
"Seki Ski Resort Ready – Just Waiting for Snow
Friday, 06 November 2009
In an exclusive interview with Fethiye Times yesterday the area governor of the Mugla county of Turkey confirmed that the Seki Ski resort near the town of Fethiye is operational.
The governor, Dr Ahmet Altiparmak, confirmed that the ski lift and cafe are operational at the new Eren Mountain ski resort near the town of Seki, Fethiye."
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Friday, 06 November 2009
In an exclusive interview with Fethiye Times yesterday the area governor of the Mugla county of Turkey confirmed that the Seki Ski resort near the town of Fethiye is operational.
The governor, Dr Ahmet Altiparmak, confirmed that the ski lift and cafe are operational at the new Eren Mountain ski resort near the town of Seki, Fethiye."
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Turkey Set to Host President of Sudan - WSJ.com
"Turkey Set to Host President of Sudan
By NICHOLAS BIRCH and SARAH CHILDRESS
Turkey will receive Sudanese President Omar Hassan al-Bashir next week and has no plans to arrest him despite his indictment by an international court for war crimes in Sudan's Darfur region, senior Turkish officials said Thursday."
More:Turkey Set to Host President of Sudan - WSJ.com
By NICHOLAS BIRCH and SARAH CHILDRESS
Turkey will receive Sudanese President Omar Hassan al-Bashir next week and has no plans to arrest him despite his indictment by an international court for war crimes in Sudan's Darfur region, senior Turkish officials said Thursday."
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Galatasaray go through to last 32 in Europa League - CNN.com
"Galatasaray go through to last 32 in Europa League
November 5, 2009 -- Updated 2222 GMT (0622 HKT)
* Galatasaray become first club to book a place in last 32 of Europa League this season
* Turkish side win 3-0 away to 10-man Dinamo Bucaresti and have one-point lead in Group F
(CNN) -- Galatasaray became the first club to book a place in the last 32 of the Europa League this season after winning 3-0 away to 10-man Dinamo Bucaresti on Thursday night."
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November 5, 2009 -- Updated 2222 GMT (0622 HKT)
* Galatasaray become first club to book a place in last 32 of Europa League this season
* Turkish side win 3-0 away to 10-man Dinamo Bucaresti and have one-point lead in Group F
(CNN) -- Galatasaray became the first club to book a place in the last 32 of the Europa League this season after winning 3-0 away to 10-man Dinamo Bucaresti on Thursday night."
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Thursday, November 05, 2009
Turkey put on defensive as al Bashir’s planned visit invites controversy - The National Newspaper
"Turkey put on defensive as al Bashir’s planned visit invites controversy
Thomas Seibert, Foreign Correspondent
* Last Updated: November 05. 2009 10:52PM UAE / November 5. 2009 6:52PM GMT
ISTANBUL // A planned visit by Sudan’s president, Omar al Bashir, to Istanbul next week has put the Turkish government on the defensive, with critics accusing Ankara of undermining its own commitment to the rule of law by hosting a man accused of crimes against humanity."
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Thomas Seibert, Foreign Correspondent
* Last Updated: November 05. 2009 10:52PM UAE / November 5. 2009 6:52PM GMT
ISTANBUL // A planned visit by Sudan’s president, Omar al Bashir, to Istanbul next week has put the Turkish government on the defensive, with critics accusing Ankara of undermining its own commitment to the rule of law by hosting a man accused of crimes against humanity."
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David Schenker: A NATO Without Turkey? - WSJ.com
"A NATO Without Turkey?
Ankara's Islamist government is turning away from the Western alliance.
By DAVID SCHENKER
The European Union has long debated the merits of Turkish EU membership. But now, nearly a decade after Islamists took the reins of power in Ankara, the central question is no longer whether Turkey should be integrated into Europe's economic and political structure, but rather whether Turkey should remain a part of the Western defense structure."
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Ankara's Islamist government is turning away from the Western alliance.
By DAVID SCHENKER
The European Union has long debated the merits of Turkish EU membership. But now, nearly a decade after Islamists took the reins of power in Ankara, the central question is no longer whether Turkey should be integrated into Europe's economic and political structure, but rather whether Turkey should remain a part of the Western defense structure."
More:David Schenker: A NATO Without Turkey? - WSJ.com
Iran claim clouds Turkey's energy goals
"Iran claim clouds Turkey's energy goals
By Robert M Cutler
MONTREAL - An Iranian official's declaration that his country has entered into negotiations with European firms about the supply of natural gas into the Nabucco pipeline intended to supply Europe via Turkey was rejected this week by one of the firms concerned."
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By Robert M Cutler
MONTREAL - An Iranian official's declaration that his country has entered into negotiations with European firms about the supply of natural gas into the Nabucco pipeline intended to supply Europe via Turkey was rejected this week by one of the firms concerned."
More:Asia Times Online :: Central Asian News and current affairs, Russia, Afghanistan, Uzbekistan
Turkey releases officers in plot probe - UPI.com
"Turkey releases officers in plot probe
ISTANBUL, Turkey, Nov. 5 (UPI) -- Turkish prosecutors say they have released two naval officers after they were questioned about an alleged plot to assassinate superior officers."
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ISTANBUL, Turkey, Nov. 5 (UPI) -- Turkish prosecutors say they have released two naval officers after they were questioned about an alleged plot to assassinate superior officers."
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Turkey: Racism In, Ataturk Out - Hudson New York
"Turkey: Racism In, Ataturk Out
The secular spirit of Kamal Ataturk that brought Turkey so close to the Western world is fading away.
But such a change seems to pass unnoticed. Anti-Semitism in Turkey seems to find hardly any room in the Western press."
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The secular spirit of Kamal Ataturk that brought Turkey so close to the Western world is fading away.
But such a change seems to pass unnoticed. Anti-Semitism in Turkey seems to find hardly any room in the Western press."
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Turkish Kurd refugees await Ankara peace move
"Turkish Kurd refugees await Ankara peace move
Fifteen years after they were driven out by bloodshed, thousands of Kurdish refugees living in a camp in northern Iraq dream of coming back to Turkey, but say they will not move unless Ankara grants extensive political and cultural rights to Kurds."
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Fifteen years after they were driven out by bloodshed, thousands of Kurdish refugees living in a camp in northern Iraq dream of coming back to Turkey, but say they will not move unless Ankara grants extensive political and cultural rights to Kurds."
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Turkey Vestel says sees sales down 8.3 pct in 2009 | Industries | Consumer Goods & Retail | Reuters
"Turkey Vestel says sees sales down 8.3 pct in 2009
ISTANBUL, Nov 5 (Reuters) - Turkish electronics firm Vestel, which owns Vestel White Goods (VESBE.IS) and Vestel Elektronik (VESTL.IS), sees sales falling 8.3 percent in 2009, the group's chairman board Omer Yungul said on Thursday."
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ISTANBUL, Nov 5 (Reuters) - Turkish electronics firm Vestel, which owns Vestel White Goods (VESBE.IS) and Vestel Elektronik (VESTL.IS), sees sales falling 8.3 percent in 2009, the group's chairman board Omer Yungul said on Thursday."
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Turk Telekom to receive 279 mln lira from Turkcell - Forbes.com
"Turk Telekom to receive 279 mln lira from Turkcell
11.05.09, 07:34 AM EST
ISTANBUL, 5 Nov (Reuters) - Fixed line operator Turk Telekom said on Thursday a court ruled its mobile competitor Turkcell must pay it 279 million lira ($187 million) in a dispute over interconnection rates."
More:UPDATE 1-Turk Telekom to receive 279 mln lira from Turkcell - Forbes.com
11.05.09, 07:34 AM EST
ISTANBUL, 5 Nov (Reuters) - Fixed line operator Turk Telekom said on Thursday a court ruled its mobile competitor Turkcell must pay it 279 million lira ($187 million) in a dispute over interconnection rates."
More:UPDATE 1-Turk Telekom to receive 279 mln lira from Turkcell - Forbes.com
Germans Oppose EU Access for Turkey: Angus Reid Global Monitor
"Germans Oppose EU Access for Turkey
November 04, 2009
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Most people in Germany are opposed to Turkey entering the European Union (EU), according to a poll by FG Wahlen released by ZDF. 62 per cent of respondents think Turkey should not be accepted into the EU, while 32 per cent think it should."
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November 04, 2009
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Most people in Germany are opposed to Turkey entering the European Union (EU), according to a poll by FG Wahlen released by ZDF. 62 per cent of respondents think Turkey should not be accepted into the EU, while 32 per cent think it should."
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Gov't softens critical rhetoric on Israel
"Gov't softens critical rhetoric on Israel
The government has toned down its critical rhetoric toward Israel’s policy in Gaza, with the prime minister saying Tuesday that Turkey’s foreign policy is based on “peace and dialogue.” Israeli President Shimon Peres has also issued an invitation for President Abdullah Gül to visit Israel."
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The government has toned down its critical rhetoric toward Israel’s policy in Gaza, with the prime minister saying Tuesday that Turkey’s foreign policy is based on “peace and dialogue.” Israeli President Shimon Peres has also issued an invitation for President Abdullah Gül to visit Israel."
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Marc Chagall greets Istanbul with his great love Bella - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
"Marc Chagall greets Istanbul with his great love Bella
VERCİHAN ZİFLİOĞLU
ISTANBUL - Hürriyet Daily News
The Marc Chagall exhibition, which was postponed because of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, has opened at the Suna-İnan Kıraç Foundation Pera Museum. As part of the exhibition, Chagall’s granddaughter and president of the Marc Chagall Committee, Meret Meyer, will come to Istanbul mid-December to speak about the life and art of the artist"
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VERCİHAN ZİFLİOĞLU
ISTANBUL - Hürriyet Daily News
The Marc Chagall exhibition, which was postponed because of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, has opened at the Suna-İnan Kıraç Foundation Pera Museum. As part of the exhibition, Chagall’s granddaughter and president of the Marc Chagall Committee, Meret Meyer, will come to Istanbul mid-December to speak about the life and art of the artist"
More:Marc Chagall greets Istanbul with his great love Bella - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
ILGL 11TH INTERNATIONAL ENERGY ARENA BEGINS IN ISTANBUL
"11TH INTERNATIONAL ENERGY ARENA BEGINS IN ISTANBUL
Wed. November 04, 2009; Posted: 11:55 PM
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ISTANBUL, Nov 05, 2009 (AsiaPulse via COMTEX) -- ILGL | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating -- Turkish Energy & Natural Resources Minister Taner Yildiz said, 'neither public nor private sector should be dragged into a state of lethargy because of the global financial crisis. Let's call it 'an interruption of one year'"
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ISTANBUL, Nov 05, 2009 (AsiaPulse via COMTEX) -- ILGL | Quote | Chart | News | PowerRating -- Turkish Energy & Natural Resources Minister Taner Yildiz said, 'neither public nor private sector should be dragged into a state of lethargy because of the global financial crisis. Let's call it 'an interruption of one year'"
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Centre for European Reform: Is Turkey Iran's friend?
"Is Turkey Iran's friend?
by Katinka Barysch
Is Turkey really Iran’s “friend”, as Recep Tayyip Erdogan claimed in a recent interview with the Guardian newspaper? Erdogan’s visit last week to Tehran suggests so. He met not only President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad but also Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, a rare honour. He announced plans for energy and commercial co-operation with Iran and defended the country’s right to civilian nuclear power, calling its energy programme “peaceful” and “humanitarian”."
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by Katinka Barysch
Is Turkey really Iran’s “friend”, as Recep Tayyip Erdogan claimed in a recent interview with the Guardian newspaper? Erdogan’s visit last week to Tehran suggests so. He met not only President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad but also Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, a rare honour. He announced plans for energy and commercial co-operation with Iran and defended the country’s right to civilian nuclear power, calling its energy programme “peaceful” and “humanitarian”."
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Islamic Economic Summit To Begin In Istanbul On Thursday
" Islamic Economic Summit To Begin In Istanbul On Thursday
11/3/2009 7:26 PM ET
(RTTNews) - The 25th economic summit of the Organization of the Islamic Conference (OIC) would be held in the Turkish city of Istanbul from 5th to 9th November, reported Turkish news agencies on Tuesday."
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11/3/2009 7:26 PM ET
(RTTNews) - The 25th economic summit of the Organization of the Islamic Conference (OIC) would be held in the Turkish city of Istanbul from 5th to 9th November, reported Turkish news agencies on Tuesday."
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Wednesday, November 04, 2009
Turkish students pelt Israel's ambassador with eggs
"Turkish students pelt Israel's ambassador with eggs
ANKARA, Nov 4 (Reuters) - Turkish police detained 20 students on Wednesday after they pelted Israel's ambassador with eggs to protest at the Jewish state's offensive in the Palestinian Gaza Strip, Turkish media said."
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ANKARA, Nov 4 (Reuters) - Turkish police detained 20 students on Wednesday after they pelted Israel's ambassador with eggs to protest at the Jewish state's offensive in the Palestinian Gaza Strip, Turkish media said."
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Turkey to finalise nuclear deal by Dec -minister | Markets | Reuters
"Turkey to finalise nuclear deal by Dec -minister
Wed Nov 4, 2009 7:03pm IST
* Turkey to finalise negotiations with Atomstroiexport
* Plans underway for more sites
By Melis Senerdem
ISTANBUL, Nov 4 (Reuters) - Turkey expects to finish talks with Russia's Atomstroiexport by next month on building its first nuclear power plant and will accelerate plans to construct more, Energy Minister Taner Yildiz said on Wednesday."
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Wed Nov 4, 2009 7:03pm IST
* Turkey to finalise negotiations with Atomstroiexport
* Plans underway for more sites
By Melis Senerdem
ISTANBUL, Nov 4 (Reuters) - Turkey expects to finish talks with Russia's Atomstroiexport by next month on building its first nuclear power plant and will accelerate plans to construct more, Energy Minister Taner Yildiz said on Wednesday."
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Every kind of repair banned in village
"Every kind of repair banned in village
People living in Eskişehir's Ballıhisar village are not permitted to carry out even the slightest repairs on their houses because the site has been a first-degree archaeological site since 1980. To date, nearly 100 villagers have been punished for repairing their houses. The state has offered them land nearby, but it has not granted permission to build houses there"
More:Every kind of repair banned in village - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
People living in Eskişehir's Ballıhisar village are not permitted to carry out even the slightest repairs on their houses because the site has been a first-degree archaeological site since 1980. To date, nearly 100 villagers have been punished for repairing their houses. The state has offered them land nearby, but it has not granted permission to build houses there"
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Istanbul hosts international short films
"Istanbul hosts international short films
Istanbul hosts the 21st International Short Film Festival starting today. The festival will open with a ceremony at the French Cultural Center on Thursday. Nearly 200 short films will be screened during the one-week event, which is sponsored by the Turkish Culture Ministry. At the opening ceremony of the festival, director Tayfun Pirselimoğlu will make a speech about the “Place and Significance of Short Film in Cinema.”"
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Istanbul hosts the 21st International Short Film Festival starting today. The festival will open with a ceremony at the French Cultural Center on Thursday. Nearly 200 short films will be screened during the one-week event, which is sponsored by the Turkish Culture Ministry. At the opening ceremony of the festival, director Tayfun Pirselimoğlu will make a speech about the “Place and Significance of Short Film in Cinema.”"
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Turkish markets firm, shrug off inflation spike - Forbes.com
"Turkish markets firm, shrug off inflation spike
11.04.09, 11:19 AM EST
ISTANBUL, Nov 4 (Reuters) - Turkish markets rose on Wednesday, shrugging off the previous day's higher-than-expected October inflation data as a blip that will not reverse the disinflation and monetary easing trends."
More:UPDATE 1-Turkish markets firm, shrug off inflation spike - Forbes.com
11.04.09, 11:19 AM EST
ISTANBUL, Nov 4 (Reuters) - Turkish markets rose on Wednesday, shrugging off the previous day's higher-than-expected October inflation data as a blip that will not reverse the disinflation and monetary easing trends."
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The Rise and Rise of Turkey - NYTimes.com
"The Rise and Rise of Turkey
By PATRICK SEALE
Published: November 4, 2009
It is generally accepted that America’s destruction of Iraq overturned the balance of power in the Gulf, opening the way for the Islamic Republic of Iran to emerge as a major regional power, able to challenge the dominance of Sunni Arab states and pose as a rival to both Israel and the United States."
More:Op-Ed Contributor - The Rise and Rise of Turkey - NYTimes.com
By PATRICK SEALE
Published: November 4, 2009
It is generally accepted that America’s destruction of Iraq overturned the balance of power in the Gulf, opening the way for the Islamic Republic of Iran to emerge as a major regional power, able to challenge the dominance of Sunni Arab states and pose as a rival to both Israel and the United States."
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UK - MFA - Turkey is key partner for the UK
"UK - MFA - Turkey is key partner for the UK
David Miliband is in Turkey on 4-5 November for ministerial meetings and discussions on many issues including the EU and climate change.
David Miliband with the Turkish Foreign Minister Ahmet Davatogl during his visit to Turkey earlier this year"
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David Miliband is in Turkey on 4-5 November for ministerial meetings and discussions on many issues including the EU and climate change.
David Miliband with the Turkish Foreign Minister Ahmet Davatogl during his visit to Turkey earlier this year"
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Sudan's Bashir to visit Turkey despite warrant | Reuters
"Sudan's Bashir to visit Turkey despite warrant
Wed Nov 4, 2009 6:15am EST
By Opheera McDoom
KHARTOUM, Nov 4 (Reuters) - Sudanese President Omar Hassan al-Bashir will visit Turkey next week for the first time since an international court asked for his arrest, government sources said, in a test of Ankara's support for international justice."
More:Sudan's Bashir to visit Turkey despite warrant | Reuters
Wed Nov 4, 2009 6:15am EST
By Opheera McDoom
KHARTOUM, Nov 4 (Reuters) - Sudanese President Omar Hassan al-Bashir will visit Turkey next week for the first time since an international court asked for his arrest, government sources said, in a test of Ankara's support for international justice."
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Swedish EU Presidency - Meeting between the EU and Turkey in Ankara
"Swedish EU Presidency - Meeting between the EU and Turkey in Ankara
On Thursday 5 November, Swedish Minister for Migration and Asylum Policy Tobias Billström and EU Commissioner for Justice, Freedom and Security Jacques Barrot will meet, among others, the Turkish ministers of interior and justice in Ankara to discuss cooperation between the EU and Turkey on migration issues."
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On Thursday 5 November, Swedish Minister for Migration and Asylum Policy Tobias Billström and EU Commissioner for Justice, Freedom and Security Jacques Barrot will meet, among others, the Turkish ministers of interior and justice in Ankara to discuss cooperation between the EU and Turkey on migration issues."
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GMR contructs Istanbul Airport terminal in record 18 mnths
"GMR contructs Istanbul Airport terminal in record 18 mnths
There is another feather in the GMR Group's cap. GMR is part of the consortium that has completed the new terminal of the Istanbul Airport in a record 18 months. Karma Paljor caught up with GM Rao, Chairman of GMR Group, to ask him how this task was accomplished. "
More:Moneycontrol.com - GMR contructs Istanbul Airport terminal in record 18 mnths
There is another feather in the GMR Group's cap. GMR is part of the consortium that has completed the new terminal of the Istanbul Airport in a record 18 months. Karma Paljor caught up with GM Rao, Chairman of GMR Group, to ask him how this task was accomplished. "
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Edible Arrangements signs agreement for Turkey | Articles | IndUS Business Journal
"Edible Arrangements signs agreement for Turkey
Deal to bring 15 locations to country over five years
By Martin Desmarais
Pakistan native Tariq Fari, above, started Edible Arrangements in 1999. The franchise chain currently has 900 locations in the United States and in countries such as the United Kingdom, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Italy and Hong Kong. Photo courtesy of Edible Arrangements
WALLINGFORD, Conn. – Edible Arrangements continues its blooming growth with a new deal that will take the chain to Turkey."
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Deal to bring 15 locations to country over five years
By Martin Desmarais
Pakistan native Tariq Fari, above, started Edible Arrangements in 1999. The franchise chain currently has 900 locations in the United States and in countries such as the United Kingdom, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Italy and Hong Kong. Photo courtesy of Edible Arrangements
WALLINGFORD, Conn. – Edible Arrangements continues its blooming growth with a new deal that will take the chain to Turkey."
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Turkish government claims Google owes €32 million in taxes
"Turkish government claims Google owes €32 million in taxes
by Robin Wauters on November 3, 2009
[Turkey] Following an investigation that lasted over a year, Turkish authorities are fining Internet giant Google a total of 71 million Turkish Lira (approx. €32 million or USD $47 million) for supposedly dodging the national tax system."
More:Turkish government claims Google owes €32 million in taxes
by Robin Wauters on November 3, 2009
[Turkey] Following an investigation that lasted over a year, Turkish authorities are fining Internet giant Google a total of 71 million Turkish Lira (approx. €32 million or USD $47 million) for supposedly dodging the national tax system."
More:Turkish government claims Google owes €32 million in taxes
Reading Ramadan in Istanbul
"Reading Ramadan in Istanbul
This year in Istanbul, the flags on Republic Day seemed extra large. It wasn't a special anniversary year. Turkey was celebrating its 86th year as a modern secular state. Nevertheless, the sheer number of flags - 60,000 hanging from government buildings, draped across skyscrapers, dominating squares - was unprecedented. The display of 48,000 fireworks over the Bosphorus also seemed a bit over the top. It was as if the current ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP), because of its 'Islamist' reputation among detractors at home and abroad, was making a compensatory effort to prove its republican bona fides."
More:Foreign Policy In Focus | World Beat | Vol. 4, No. 44 | Reading Ramadan in Istanbul
This year in Istanbul, the flags on Republic Day seemed extra large. It wasn't a special anniversary year. Turkey was celebrating its 86th year as a modern secular state. Nevertheless, the sheer number of flags - 60,000 hanging from government buildings, draped across skyscrapers, dominating squares - was unprecedented. The display of 48,000 fireworks over the Bosphorus also seemed a bit over the top. It was as if the current ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP), because of its 'Islamist' reputation among detractors at home and abroad, was making a compensatory effort to prove its republican bona fides."
More:Foreign Policy In Focus | World Beat | Vol. 4, No. 44 | Reading Ramadan in Istanbul
Wolfsburg beats Besiktas 3-0 in Champions League - USATODAY.com
"Wolfsburg beats Besiktas 3-0 in Champions League
ISTANBUL (AP) — Wolfsburg stayed on track to reach the knockout round in the Champions League on Tuesday by beating Besiktas 3-0.
Zvjezdan Misimovic scored with a powerful drive in the 14th minute that left goalkeeper Hakan Arikan helpless. Wolfsburg's second goal came from midfielder Christian Gentner in the 80th minute, and Edin Dzeko scored a third with three minutes remaining."
More:Wolfsburg beats Besiktas 3-0 in Champions League - USATODAY.com
ISTANBUL (AP) — Wolfsburg stayed on track to reach the knockout round in the Champions League on Tuesday by beating Besiktas 3-0.
Zvjezdan Misimovic scored with a powerful drive in the 14th minute that left goalkeeper Hakan Arikan helpless. Wolfsburg's second goal came from midfielder Christian Gentner in the 80th minute, and Edin Dzeko scored a third with three minutes remaining."
More:Wolfsburg beats Besiktas 3-0 in Champions League - USATODAY.com
EUROPEAN DRAMA: Turkey and Iran have agreed to boost bilateral relations through multibillion-dollar projects.
"Turkey and Iran have agreed to boost bilateral relations through multibillion-dollar projects.
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan paid a two-day visit to Tehran last week, meeting with President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad and other officials. The result was a massive agreement that will allow Turkey to explore Iran's South Paris natural gas field and carry Iranian gas to European consumers through pipelines via its territory."
More:PRESS - EUROPEAN DRAMA: Turkey and Iran have agreed to boost bilateral relations through multibillion-dollar projects.
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan paid a two-day visit to Tehran last week, meeting with President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad and other officials. The result was a massive agreement that will allow Turkey to explore Iran's South Paris natural gas field and carry Iranian gas to European consumers through pipelines via its territory."
More:PRESS - EUROPEAN DRAMA: Turkey and Iran have agreed to boost bilateral relations through multibillion-dollar projects.
Understanding Turkey's Foreign Policy - The Washington Note
"Understanding Turkey's Foreign Policy
The Economist is the latest to weigh in on Turkey's growing diplomatic role in the Middle East and to question whether Turkey is moving away from the West and toward what has been called a "neo-Ottoman" foreign policy that increasingly emphasizes strengthening ties with Turkey's southern and eastern neighbors."
More:Understanding Turkey's Foreign Policy - The Washington Note
The Economist is the latest to weigh in on Turkey's growing diplomatic role in the Middle East and to question whether Turkey is moving away from the West and toward what has been called a "neo-Ottoman" foreign policy that increasingly emphasizes strengthening ties with Turkey's southern and eastern neighbors."
More:Understanding Turkey's Foreign Policy - The Washington Note
EU forecasts 5.8 pct contraction for Turkey
"EU forecasts 5.8 pct contraction for Turkey
Releasing its economic forecast for the autumn period, the European Commission forecasts a gross domestic product contraction of 5.8 percent for Turkey this year. The report also foresees 2.8 percent growth for 2010 and 3.6 percent growth for 2011, well below the country’s potential"
More:EU forecasts 5.8 pct contraction for Turkey - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Releasing its economic forecast for the autumn period, the European Commission forecasts a gross domestic product contraction of 5.8 percent for Turkey this year. The report also foresees 2.8 percent growth for 2010 and 3.6 percent growth for 2011, well below the country’s potential"
More:EU forecasts 5.8 pct contraction for Turkey - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
The Kurd’s Istanbul landing
"The Kurd’s Istanbul landing
I wish the entire country could have listened to the speech at a limited conference in Istanbul on Monday and Tuesday.
Organized by the Atlantic Council and the American University, the conference was attended by mainly the Kurdish administration of northern Iraq and a few Turks. The subject was how relations between Turkey and Iraqi Kurds would develop in the future."
More:The Kurd’s Istanbul landing - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
I wish the entire country could have listened to the speech at a limited conference in Istanbul on Monday and Tuesday.
Organized by the Atlantic Council and the American University, the conference was attended by mainly the Kurdish administration of northern Iraq and a few Turks. The subject was how relations between Turkey and Iraqi Kurds would develop in the future."
More:The Kurd’s Istanbul landing - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Wind-energy firm calls on regulator to act
"Wind-energy firm calls on regulator to act
The managing director of the Istanbul office of Danish wind-turbine producer Vestas has called on the Turkish Energy Market Regulatory Authority, or EMRA, to speed up the processing of licenses for wind farms."
More:Wind-energy firm calls on regulator to act - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
The managing director of the Istanbul office of Danish wind-turbine producer Vestas has called on the Turkish Energy Market Regulatory Authority, or EMRA, to speed up the processing of licenses for wind farms."
More:Wind-energy firm calls on regulator to act - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Tuesday, November 03, 2009
Former German Chancellor Schroeder backs Turkey's EU bid
"Former German Chancellor Schroeder backs Turkey's EU bid
www.chinaview.cn 2009-11-03 05:31:13
ISTANBUL, Nov. 2 (Xinhua) -- Former German Chancellor Gerhard Schroeder said here on Monday that Turkey's future lied in full membership of the European Union (EU).
Speaking in a conference on 'Leadership for Sustainable Success,' Schroeder said he regretted that the EU does not appreciate Turkey's role in solving regional conflicts."
More:Former German Chancellor Schroeder backs Turkey's EU bid_English_Xinhua
www.chinaview.cn 2009-11-03 05:31:13
ISTANBUL, Nov. 2 (Xinhua) -- Former German Chancellor Gerhard Schroeder said here on Monday that Turkey's future lied in full membership of the European Union (EU).
Speaking in a conference on 'Leadership for Sustainable Success,' Schroeder said he regretted that the EU does not appreciate Turkey's role in solving regional conflicts."
More:Former German Chancellor Schroeder backs Turkey's EU bid_English_Xinhua
US Armenians hope for failure of Ankara-Yerevan deal
"US Armenians hope for failure of Ankara-Yerevan deal
ÜMİT ENGİNSOY
ANKARA - Hürriyet Daily News
American-Armenians and their congressional backers are keen on the ‘genocide’ recognition, not the creation of normalized ties between Turkey and Armenia, diplomats and experts say. Armenians will try to persuade the world that it's the Turks that stopped the process, an expert argue"
More:US Armenians hope for failure of Ankara-Yerevan deal - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
ÜMİT ENGİNSOY
ANKARA - Hürriyet Daily News
American-Armenians and their congressional backers are keen on the ‘genocide’ recognition, not the creation of normalized ties between Turkey and Armenia, diplomats and experts say. Armenians will try to persuade the world that it's the Turks that stopped the process, an expert argue"
More:US Armenians hope for failure of Ankara-Yerevan deal - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Ankara seeks resolution to Cyprus
"Ankara seeks resolution to Cyprus
Thomas Seibert
Foreign Correspondent
ISTANBUL // After strengthening relations with Syria, Iraq and Iran and opening the way for healing historic wounds with Armenia, the Turkish government is preparing to take the initiative on another diplomatic front: Cyprus. Ankara is about to present new proposals to solve the conflict on the divided island, an effort also designed to remove one of the biggest hurdles to Turkey’s EU membership, reports say."
More:Ankara seeks resolution to Cyprus - The National Newspaper
Thomas Seibert
Foreign Correspondent
ISTANBUL // After strengthening relations with Syria, Iraq and Iran and opening the way for healing historic wounds with Armenia, the Turkish government is preparing to take the initiative on another diplomatic front: Cyprus. Ankara is about to present new proposals to solve the conflict on the divided island, an effort also designed to remove one of the biggest hurdles to Turkey’s EU membership, reports say."
More:Ankara seeks resolution to Cyprus - The National Newspaper
Islamic states to hold economy summit in Istanbul
"Islamic states to hold economy summit in Istanbul
www.chinaview.cn 2009-11-03 23:59:21
ISTANBUL, Nov. 3 (Xinhua) -- The Organization of the Islamic Conference (OIC) will hold the 25th Meeting of Standing Committee for Economic and Commercial Cooperation in Istanbul between Nov. 5and 9."
More:Islamic states to hold economy summit in Istanbul_English_Xinhua
www.chinaview.cn 2009-11-03 23:59:21
ISTANBUL, Nov. 3 (Xinhua) -- The Organization of the Islamic Conference (OIC) will hold the 25th Meeting of Standing Committee for Economic and Commercial Cooperation in Istanbul between Nov. 5and 9."
More:Islamic states to hold economy summit in Istanbul_English_Xinhua
Turkey Oct inflation above f'cast, markets lower - Forbes.com
"Turkey Oct inflation above f'cast, markets lower
11.03.09, 10:52 AM EST
ANKARA, Nov 3 (Reuters) - Turkey's consumer prices rose more than expected in October, by 2.41 percent on the month, pushing stock markets and the lira slightly lower in late trade."
More:UPDATE 1-Turkey Oct inflation above f'cast, markets lower - Forbes.com
11.03.09, 10:52 AM EST
ANKARA, Nov 3 (Reuters) - Turkey's consumer prices rose more than expected in October, by 2.41 percent on the month, pushing stock markets and the lira slightly lower in late trade."
More:UPDATE 1-Turkey Oct inflation above f'cast, markets lower - Forbes.com
(Cul) Istanbul To Host International Short Film Festival In November - Turk.Net
"Istanbul To Host International Short Film Festival In November
ISTANBUL (A.A) - 03.11.2009 - Istanbul is set to host its 21st International Short Film Festival between November 5 and 11.
The festival will open at a ceremony at the French Culture Center and nearly 200 short films will be screened in the one-week event, which is sponsored by the Turkish Culture Ministry."
More:(Cul) Istanbul To Host International Short Film Festival In November - Turk.Net
ISTANBUL (A.A) - 03.11.2009 - Istanbul is set to host its 21st International Short Film Festival between November 5 and 11.
The festival will open at a ceremony at the French Culture Center and nearly 200 short films will be screened in the one-week event, which is sponsored by the Turkish Culture Ministry."
More:(Cul) Istanbul To Host International Short Film Festival In November - Turk.Net
Turkey claims google owes it cash
"Turkey claims Google owes it cash
By Nick Farrell
Tuesday, 3 November 2009, 16:29
THE CONQUERORS OF THE RUMP of the Roman empire, the Turks have declared war on the search outfit Google.
The horse warriors who used a huge cannon to flatten the walls of Constantinople before changing its name to Istanbul have sent their debt collectors around to the mighty Google empire."
More:Turkey claims google owes it cash - The Inquirer
By Nick Farrell
Tuesday, 3 November 2009, 16:29
THE CONQUERORS OF THE RUMP of the Roman empire, the Turks have declared war on the search outfit Google.
The horse warriors who used a huge cannon to flatten the walls of Constantinople before changing its name to Istanbul have sent their debt collectors around to the mighty Google empire."
More:Turkey claims google owes it cash - The Inquirer
Kurdish issue heads to Turkish Parliament - UPI.com
"Kurdish issue heads to Turkish Parliament
ANKARA, Turkey, Nov. 3 (UPI) -- Pro-Kurdish leaders in Turkey called for delays on talks on the Kurdish initiative due to conflicts with the key anniversary for the republic."
More:Kurdish issue heads to Turkish Parliament - UPI.com
ANKARA, Turkey, Nov. 3 (UPI) -- Pro-Kurdish leaders in Turkey called for delays on talks on the Kurdish initiative due to conflicts with the key anniversary for the republic."
More:Kurdish issue heads to Turkish Parliament - UPI.com
Gul: Turkey Has Key Role in Bringing East and West Closer Together
"Gul: Turkey Has Key Role in Bringing East and West Closer Together
Bratislava, November 3 (TASR) - Visiting Turkish President Abdullah Gul was awarded the golden medal of Commenius University by rector Frantisek Gaher on Tuesday in recognition of his contribution to regional peace, stability and prosperity."
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Bratislava, November 3 (TASR) - Visiting Turkish President Abdullah Gul was awarded the golden medal of Commenius University by rector Frantisek Gaher on Tuesday in recognition of his contribution to regional peace, stability and prosperity."
More:Tlačová agentúra Slovenskej republiky
ARMENIANS OF TURKEY PRAY FOR THE SAKE OF 'ARMENIA OPENING'
"ARMENIANS OF TURKEY PRAY FOR THE SAKE OF 'ARMENIA OPENING'
Tuesday, 03 November 2009
Armenians of Turkey will bless the protocols that Turkey and Armenia signed on October 11 in the homeland of President Abdullah Gul, Kayseri. Religious ceremony will be held in the Surp Krikor Lusavoric Armenian Church in Kayseri.
Turkish-Armenians will pray for the sake of Turkey-Armenia protocols in an Armenian church in Kayseri. Armenian community will hold the first Sunday prayer in the church which is newly restored. The prayer will be leaded by Deputy"
More:Historyoftruth.com - Armenian Allegations - ARMENIANS OF TURKEY PRAY FOR THE SAKE OF 'ARMENIA OPENING'
Tuesday, 03 November 2009
Armenians of Turkey will bless the protocols that Turkey and Armenia signed on October 11 in the homeland of President Abdullah Gul, Kayseri. Religious ceremony will be held in the Surp Krikor Lusavoric Armenian Church in Kayseri.
Turkish-Armenians will pray for the sake of Turkey-Armenia protocols in an Armenian church in Kayseri. Armenian community will hold the first Sunday prayer in the church which is newly restored. The prayer will be leaded by Deputy"
More:Historyoftruth.com - Armenian Allegations - ARMENIANS OF TURKEY PRAY FOR THE SAKE OF 'ARMENIA OPENING'
RubinReports: Is the Turkish-Israeli Alliance Over? Yes It Is
"Is the Turkish-Israeli Alliance Over? Yes It Is
[Please subscribe to read what you're only going to see in the mainstream media months from now.]
I wrote the following article for The Turkish Analyst, Vol. 2, No. 19 published by the Central Asia-Caucasus Institute’s Silk Road Studies Program. Here is my original text which varies slightly from that version.
By Barry Rubin
The Turkey-Israel alliance is over. After two decades plus of close cooperation, the Turkish government is no longer interested in maintaining close cooperation with Israel nor is it—for all practical purposes—willing to do anything much to maintain its good relations with Israel."
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[Please subscribe to read what you're only going to see in the mainstream media months from now.]
I wrote the following article for The Turkish Analyst, Vol. 2, No. 19 published by the Central Asia-Caucasus Institute’s Silk Road Studies Program. Here is my original text which varies slightly from that version.
By Barry Rubin
The Turkey-Israel alliance is over. After two decades plus of close cooperation, the Turkish government is no longer interested in maintaining close cooperation with Israel nor is it—for all practical purposes—willing to do anything much to maintain its good relations with Israel."
More:RubinReports: Is the Turkish-Israeli Alliance Over? Yes It Is
Istanbul welcomes new hotel chain
"Istanbul welcomes new hotel chain
Makyol, regarded as one of Turkey’s leading contracting firms, has announced plans to invest in a new hotel and tourism center in the high-end Istanbul district of Etiler.
The Makyol-Etiler Tourism Center is currently under construction and plans to open its doors in 2010."
More:Istanbul welcomes new hotel chain - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Makyol, regarded as one of Turkey’s leading contracting firms, has announced plans to invest in a new hotel and tourism center in the high-end Istanbul district of Etiler.
The Makyol-Etiler Tourism Center is currently under construction and plans to open its doors in 2010."
More:Istanbul welcomes new hotel chain - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Turkey's First Think Tank Building (USAK House) to be Opened by the Turkish President
"Turkey's First Think Tank Building (USAK House) to be Opened by the Turkish President
Tuesday, 3 November 2009
USAK House, which is the first think tank building in Turkey, will be opened by Turkish President H.E. Abdullah Gul on 4 November 2009. During the opening ceremony, President Gul will also give the first lecture, in which he will discuss Turkish foreign policy and defense policies. Ambassadors of the foreign missions in Ankara and the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, prominent scholars from the disciplines of international relations and political science and journalists are expected to attend the opening ceremony. This will be the first time for a Turkish President to give a lecture in a Turkish think tank organization."
More:Turkey's First Think Tank Building (USAK House) to be Opened by the Turkish President
Tuesday, 3 November 2009
USAK House, which is the first think tank building in Turkey, will be opened by Turkish President H.E. Abdullah Gul on 4 November 2009. During the opening ceremony, President Gul will also give the first lecture, in which he will discuss Turkish foreign policy and defense policies. Ambassadors of the foreign missions in Ankara and the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs, prominent scholars from the disciplines of international relations and political science and journalists are expected to attend the opening ceremony. This will be the first time for a Turkish President to give a lecture in a Turkish think tank organization."
More:Turkey's First Think Tank Building (USAK House) to be Opened by the Turkish President
Erdogan has something to discuss with U.S leadership: political expert
"Erdogan has something to discuss with U.S leadership: political expert
Day.Az interview with renowned Azerbaijani political expert Rasim Agayev.
Day.Az: What do you expect from Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s upcoming visit to the United States?
Rasim Agayev: I am confident that Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan has something to discuss with the United States leadership. In fact, Turkey did what the United States and Europe demanded by giving rise to improvement of Turkish-Armenian relations, which will have far-reaching processes for the entire South Caucasus region and for a large geopolitical area, called Greater Middle East in the U.S.. Therefore, it is expected that all issues related to this process will be addressed during Turkish prime minister’s visit to the United States."
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Day.Az interview with renowned Azerbaijani political expert Rasim Agayev.
Day.Az: What do you expect from Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s upcoming visit to the United States?
Rasim Agayev: I am confident that Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan has something to discuss with the United States leadership. In fact, Turkey did what the United States and Europe demanded by giving rise to improvement of Turkish-Armenian relations, which will have far-reaching processes for the entire South Caucasus region and for a large geopolitical area, called Greater Middle East in the U.S.. Therefore, it is expected that all issues related to this process will be addressed during Turkish prime minister’s visit to the United States."
More:Today.Az - Erdogan has something to discuss with U.S leadership: political expert
TIMELINE-Dogan Yayin's battle with Turkish authorities - Forbes.com
"Dogan Yayin's battle with Turkish authorities
11.03.09, 05:37 AM EST
Nov 3 (Reuters) - Turkey's largest media company said on Tuesday it will meet the Finance Ministry on Nov. 24 to discuss a possible settlement to a multi-billion dollar tax fine which has raised concerns about press freedom."
More:TIMELINE-Dogan Yayin's battle with Turkish authorities - Forbes.com
11.03.09, 05:37 AM EST
Nov 3 (Reuters) - Turkey's largest media company said on Tuesday it will meet the Finance Ministry on Nov. 24 to discuss a possible settlement to a multi-billion dollar tax fine which has raised concerns about press freedom."
More:TIMELINE-Dogan Yayin's battle with Turkish authorities - Forbes.com
A/H1N1 flu death toll rises to 11 in Turkey: ministry
"A/H1N1 flu death toll rises to 11 in Turkey: ministry
www.chinaview.cn 2009-11-03 22:58:02
ANKARA, Nov. 3 (Xinhua) -- The Turkish Health Ministry announced on Tuesday that two more Turks died of A/H1N1 flu in Turkey, bringing the A/H1N1 flu death toll to 11.
The ministry said in a statement that a 31-year-old woman and a55-year-old man died of A/H1N1 flu on Tuesday."
More:A/H1N1 flu death toll rises to 11 in Turkey: ministry_English_Xinhua
www.chinaview.cn 2009-11-03 22:58:02
ANKARA, Nov. 3 (Xinhua) -- The Turkish Health Ministry announced on Tuesday that two more Turks died of A/H1N1 flu in Turkey, bringing the A/H1N1 flu death toll to 11.
The ministry said in a statement that a 31-year-old woman and a55-year-old man died of A/H1N1 flu on Tuesday."
More:A/H1N1 flu death toll rises to 11 in Turkey: ministry_English_Xinhua
Borrowing woes depress Turkish assets - Forbes.com
"Borrowing woes depress Turkish assets
11.03.09, 04:07 AM EST
ISTANBUL, Nov 3 (Reuters) - Turkish assets weakened further on Tuesday as worries about sluggish economic recovery and signs Ankara plans to raise special consumption tax amid hefty borrowing next year continued to depress the mood of investors."
More:Borrowing woes depress Turkish assets - Forbes.com
11.03.09, 04:07 AM EST
ISTANBUL, Nov 3 (Reuters) - Turkish assets weakened further on Tuesday as worries about sluggish economic recovery and signs Ankara plans to raise special consumption tax amid hefty borrowing next year continued to depress the mood of investors."
More:Borrowing woes depress Turkish assets - Forbes.com
US Armenians hope for failure of Ankara-Yerevan deal
"US Armenians hope for failure of Ankara-Yerevan deal
ÜMİT ENGİNSOY
ANKARA - Hürriyet Daily News
American-Armenians and their congressional backers are keen on the ‘genocide’ recognition, not the creation of normalized ties between Turkey and Armenia, diplomats and experts say. Armenians will try to persuade the world that it's the Turks that stopped the process, an expert argue"
More:US Armenians hope for failure of Ankara-Yerevan deal - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
ÜMİT ENGİNSOY
ANKARA - Hürriyet Daily News
American-Armenians and their congressional backers are keen on the ‘genocide’ recognition, not the creation of normalized ties between Turkey and Armenia, diplomats and experts say. Armenians will try to persuade the world that it's the Turks that stopped the process, an expert argue"
More:US Armenians hope for failure of Ankara-Yerevan deal - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
AKP votes in decline, survey says
"AKP votes in decline, survey says
Results of a survey conclude the governing party is losing the support of the electorate, while experts say the economic downturn and the government’s move to solve the Kurdish issue have impacted the decline. Experts also cautioned that the results should be analyzed carefully."
More:AKP votes in decline, survey says - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Results of a survey conclude the governing party is losing the support of the electorate, while experts say the economic downturn and the government’s move to solve the Kurdish issue have impacted the decline. Experts also cautioned that the results should be analyzed carefully."
More:AKP votes in decline, survey says - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Cyprus solution is possible but takes time, says former UN chief
"Cyprus solution is possible but takes time, says former UN chief
www.chinaview.cn 2009-11-03 04:18:21
NICOSIA, Nov. 2 (Xinhua) -- Former UN Secretary-General Boutros Boutros-Ghali met Cyprus President Demetris Christofias on Monday and said he is confident that a solution to the long standing Cyprus problem is possible."
More:Cyprus solution is possible but takes time, says former UN chief_English_Xinhua
www.chinaview.cn 2009-11-03 04:18:21
NICOSIA, Nov. 2 (Xinhua) -- Former UN Secretary-General Boutros Boutros-Ghali met Cyprus President Demetris Christofias on Monday and said he is confident that a solution to the long standing Cyprus problem is possible."
More:Cyprus solution is possible but takes time, says former UN chief_English_Xinhua
Clinton criticizes Turkey for shrinking Christian population
"Clinton criticizes Turkey for shrinking Christian population
www.chinaview.cn 2009-11-03 05:32:05
ISTANBUL, Nov. 2 (Xinhua) -- Former U.S. President Bill Clinton on Monday criticized Turkey over shrinking its Christian population by closing the Halki International Seminary, while praising it for its successful endorsement of secularism, the website of local English newspaper Daily News reported."
More:Clinton criticizes Turkey for shrinking Christian population_English_Xinhua
www.chinaview.cn 2009-11-03 05:32:05
ISTANBUL, Nov. 2 (Xinhua) -- Former U.S. President Bill Clinton on Monday criticized Turkey over shrinking its Christian population by closing the Halki International Seminary, while praising it for its successful endorsement of secularism, the website of local English newspaper Daily News reported."
More:Clinton criticizes Turkey for shrinking Christian population_English_Xinhua
PKK surrenders rise, Turkey says
"PKK surrenders rise, Turkey says
ANKARA, Turkey, Nov. 2 (UPI) -- More than 100 members of the outlawed Kurdistan Workers' Party, or PKK, surrendered to the Turkish forces so far this year, military numbers show."
More:PKK surrenders rise, Turkey says - UPI.com
ANKARA, Turkey, Nov. 2 (UPI) -- More than 100 members of the outlawed Kurdistan Workers' Party, or PKK, surrendered to the Turkish forces so far this year, military numbers show."
More:PKK surrenders rise, Turkey says - UPI.com
Turkey Takes Over Kabul's Security
"Turkey Takes Over Kabul's Security
By UMIT ENGINSOY and BURAK EGE BEKDIL
Published: 2 Nov 2009 16:34
ANKARA - Turkish forces in the International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) in Afghanistan took over command of the part of the NATO-led force responsible for the security of the Afghan capital, Kabul, military officials said Nov. 2."
More:Turkey Takes Over Kabul's Security - Defense News
By UMIT ENGINSOY and BURAK EGE BEKDIL
Published: 2 Nov 2009 16:34
ANKARA - Turkish forces in the International Security Assistance Force (ISAF) in Afghanistan took over command of the part of the NATO-led force responsible for the security of the Afghan capital, Kabul, military officials said Nov. 2."
More:Turkey Takes Over Kabul's Security - Defense News
No one has the right to block Turkey’s EU negotiation process: president
"No one has the right to block Turkey’s EU negotiation process: president
2 November 2009 | 22:50 | FOCUS News Agency
Bratislava. Turkish President Abdullah Gül said Monday no one had the right to block directly or indirectly Turkey’s EU accession talks, Anаdolska Agency informed. Turkey has been a member of the Customs Union since 1995, the head of state noted during a joint news conference in Bratislava with his counterpart Slovakian President Ivan Gasparovic. Gül pays an official visit to Slovakia and has held talks with Gasparovic."
More:FOCUS Information Agency
2 November 2009 | 22:50 | FOCUS News Agency
Bratislava. Turkish President Abdullah Gül said Monday no one had the right to block directly or indirectly Turkey’s EU accession talks, Anаdolska Agency informed. Turkey has been a member of the Customs Union since 1995, the head of state noted during a joint news conference in Bratislava with his counterpart Slovakian President Ivan Gasparovic. Gül pays an official visit to Slovakia and has held talks with Gasparovic."
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Energy Tribune- Turkey Pays Most for Russian Gas
"Turkey Pays Most for Russian Gas
The Turkish Pipeline Corporation (BOTAS) is buying its most expensive natural gas from Russia and Iran, whereas it pays the least for gas it gets from Algeria, Nigeria and Azerbaijan, official figures have revealed."
More:Energy Tribune- Turkey Pays Most for Russian Gas
The Turkish Pipeline Corporation (BOTAS) is buying its most expensive natural gas from Russia and Iran, whereas it pays the least for gas it gets from Algeria, Nigeria and Azerbaijan, official figures have revealed."
More:Energy Tribune- Turkey Pays Most for Russian Gas
Turkey ‘rising star’ in renewables
"Turkey ‘rising star’ in renewables
Turkey has huge potential in terms of renewable energy, the manager of a Turkish energy company said during a summit on Turkey, held in London from Oct. 20 to 22."
More:Turkey ‘rising star’ in renewables - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Turkey has huge potential in terms of renewable energy, the manager of a Turkish energy company said during a summit on Turkey, held in London from Oct. 20 to 22."
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Monday, November 02, 2009
Writer’s satire on Kurds backfires
"Writer’s satire on Kurds backfires
Thomas Seibert
Foreign Correspondent
ISTANBUL // For him, it was just a joke, maybe a bad one, but one for which he has duly apologised. For her, it was pure racism that must not go unpunished."
More:Writer’s satire on Kurds backfires - The National Newspaper
Thomas Seibert
Foreign Correspondent
ISTANBUL // For him, it was just a joke, maybe a bad one, but one for which he has duly apologised. For her, it was pure racism that must not go unpunished."
More:Writer’s satire on Kurds backfires - The National Newspaper
Clinton wishes he had left White House in a coffin | Politics | Reuters
"Clinton wishes he had left White House 'in a coffin'
Mon Nov 2, 2009 2:55pm EST
ISTANBUL (Reuters) - Former U.S. President Bill Clinton said on Monday he would have preferred to leave the White House in a coffin because he loved being commander in chief, but signaled his political life is over."
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Mon Nov 2, 2009 2:55pm EST
ISTANBUL (Reuters) - Former U.S. President Bill Clinton said on Monday he would have preferred to leave the White House in a coffin because he loved being commander in chief, but signaled his political life is over."
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Death toll from H1N1 flu in Turkey rises to nine
"Death toll from H1N1 flu in Turkey rises to nine
Posted: 03 November 2009 0216 hrs
A health worker administers a H1N1 flu vaccine to a colleague in Ankara, Turkey.
ANKARA: The death toll from H1N1 flu in Turkey more than doubled in less than 24 hours to reach nine on Monday, as hospitals began vaccinating medical workers, the health ministry said."
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Posted: 03 November 2009 0216 hrs
A health worker administers a H1N1 flu vaccine to a colleague in Ankara, Turkey.
ANKARA: The death toll from H1N1 flu in Turkey more than doubled in less than 24 hours to reach nine on Monday, as hospitals began vaccinating medical workers, the health ministry said."
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Clinton, Schroder praise Turkey’s role
"Clinton, Schroder praise Turkey’s role
Former U.S. President Bill Clinton praised Turkey for its “successful endorsement of secularism while letting people express religious beliefs without imposing them on others,” while Gerhard Schröder, the former German chancellor, urged the European Union to keep its promise toward Turkey on full membership."
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Former U.S. President Bill Clinton praised Turkey for its “successful endorsement of secularism while letting people express religious beliefs without imposing them on others,” while Gerhard Schröder, the former German chancellor, urged the European Union to keep its promise toward Turkey on full membership."
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Six killed in floods in Turkey
"Six killed in floods in Turkey
www.chinaview.cn 2009-11-03 00:17:09
ANKARA, Nov. 2 (Xinhua) -- Floods caused by heavy rains have killed six people in Turkey in the past three days, Turkish media reported Monday.
Deluges swept away a minibus in the southeastern province of Siirt, killing a teacher and wounding three others who were in the vehicle, the Turkish newspaper Hurriyet Daily News reported on its website."
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www.chinaview.cn 2009-11-03 00:17:09
ANKARA, Nov. 2 (Xinhua) -- Floods caused by heavy rains have killed six people in Turkey in the past three days, Turkish media reported Monday.
Deluges swept away a minibus in the southeastern province of Siirt, killing a teacher and wounding three others who were in the vehicle, the Turkish newspaper Hurriyet Daily News reported on its website."
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Schröder: 'EU does not appreciate Turkey's role'
"Schröder: 'EU does not appreciate Turkey's role'
Turkey has been promised membership to the European Union and the bloc should keep this promise, former German Chancellor Gerhard Schröder said Monday at a conference organized by private construction company Simpas."
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Turkey has been promised membership to the European Union and the bloc should keep this promise, former German Chancellor Gerhard Schröder said Monday at a conference organized by private construction company Simpas."
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Slovakia signal support for Turkey's EU membership bid - Monsters and Critics
"Slovakia signal support for Turkey's EU membership bid
Europe News
Nov 2, 2009, 12:38 GMT
Bratislava - Slovakia supports Turkey's membership bid for the European Union and thinks the country is on track to fulfilling accession criteria, Slovak President Ivan Gasparovic said Monday."
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Europe News
Nov 2, 2009, 12:38 GMT
Bratislava - Slovakia supports Turkey's membership bid for the European Union and thinks the country is on track to fulfilling accession criteria, Slovak President Ivan Gasparovic said Monday."
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Cyprus at a Crossroads
"Cyprus at a Crossroads
by Mehmet Hasgüler and Murat Tüzünkan
Middle East Quarterly
Fall 2009, pp. 63-71
Cyprus is an island boxed in on three sides by Turkey and the countries of the Levant. On the streets of its divided capital Nicosia, silence prevails, except for the tick-tack sounds coming from the tables of the city's backgammon players, who gather every day in the city's coffee shops. The players are mainly old Cypriots. Many of them were once members of militias during the civil war. As they play, they reminisce about their conflict. Both Turks and Greeks populate this third-largest island of the Mediterranean. They hardly ever shared the same coffee shops even in the past when they were living in mixed communities. Now, they are living completely apart as the island is divided between the Turkish and Greek sections separated by the green line, patrolled by United Nations peacekeepers who first came to the island nearly half a century ago. The game for the future of Cyprus, however, is coming to an end. The island's Turkish and Greek inhabitants will either unite or divorce."
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by Mehmet Hasgüler and Murat Tüzünkan
Middle East Quarterly
Fall 2009, pp. 63-71
Cyprus is an island boxed in on three sides by Turkey and the countries of the Levant. On the streets of its divided capital Nicosia, silence prevails, except for the tick-tack sounds coming from the tables of the city's backgammon players, who gather every day in the city's coffee shops. The players are mainly old Cypriots. Many of them were once members of militias during the civil war. As they play, they reminisce about their conflict. Both Turks and Greeks populate this third-largest island of the Mediterranean. They hardly ever shared the same coffee shops even in the past when they were living in mixed communities. Now, they are living completely apart as the island is divided between the Turkish and Greek sections separated by the green line, patrolled by United Nations peacekeepers who first came to the island nearly half a century ago. The game for the future of Cyprus, however, is coming to an end. The island's Turkish and Greek inhabitants will either unite or divorce."
More:Cyprus at a Crossroads :: Middle East Quarterly
Turkey realizes it can play crucial role: Semneby | News from Armenia - NEWS.am
"Turkey realizes it can play crucial role: Semneby
12:45 / 11/02/2009
The current situation in Armenia-Turkey relations as it is cannot take forever, as everyone should adapt to the normalization prospects, border opening and etc., EU Special Representative for the South Caucasus Peter Semneby told Russian Vremya Novostey daily. According to him, certain dynamics in solution to the territorial conflicts and Armenian-Turkish relations after August 2008 war in Georgia is registered."
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12:45 / 11/02/2009
The current situation in Armenia-Turkey relations as it is cannot take forever, as everyone should adapt to the normalization prospects, border opening and etc., EU Special Representative for the South Caucasus Peter Semneby told Russian Vremya Novostey daily. According to him, certain dynamics in solution to the territorial conflicts and Armenian-Turkish relations after August 2008 war in Georgia is registered."
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Turkey moving PKK leader Ocalan to new prison - TV | Reuters
"Turkey moving PKK leader Ocalan to new prison - TV
Mon Nov 2, 2009 6:31am EST
ISTANBUL, Nov 2 (Reuters) - Kurdish rebel leader Abdullah Ocalan will be moved to a new prison this week, where he will be joined by other inmates for the first time, a step coinciding with a government bid to boost minority Kurdish rights."
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Mon Nov 2, 2009 6:31am EST
ISTANBUL, Nov 2 (Reuters) - Kurdish rebel leader Abdullah Ocalan will be moved to a new prison this week, where he will be joined by other inmates for the first time, a step coinciding with a government bid to boost minority Kurdish rights."
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The Rise and Rise of Turkey
"The Rise and Rise of Turkey
One way and another, a resurgent Turkey is rewriting the rules of the power game in the Middle East, in a positive and non-confrontational manner. This is one of the few bright spots in a turbulent and highly-inflammable Middle East, says Patrick Seale."
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One way and another, a resurgent Turkey is rewriting the rules of the power game in the Middle East, in a positive and non-confrontational manner. This is one of the few bright spots in a turbulent and highly-inflammable Middle East, says Patrick Seale."
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Flights to Istanbul will be in demand ahead of Capital of Culture 2010 status
"Flights to Istanbul will be in demand ahead of Capital of Culture 2010 status
This is according to the Turkish Culture and Tourism Office (TCTO), which has predicted a steady growth in visitor numbers ahead of the status being awarded next year.
TCTO director Irfan Onal explained that Turkey had appeal as an affordable year-round holiday destination because the lira offers "great value" against the euro."
More:Flights to Istanbul will be in demand ahead of Capital of Culture 2010 status
This is according to the Turkish Culture and Tourism Office (TCTO), which has predicted a steady growth in visitor numbers ahead of the status being awarded next year.
TCTO director Irfan Onal explained that Turkey had appeal as an affordable year-round holiday destination because the lira offers "great value" against the euro."
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A/H1N1 death toll rises to six in Turkey
"A/H1N1 death toll rises to six in Turkey
www.chinaview.cn 2009-11-02 15:28:29
ANKARA, Nov. 2 (Xinhua) -- Turkish Health Ministry said on Monday the death toll of A/H1N1 flu has reached six in Turkey, the semi-official Anatolia news agency reported.
The ministry said that recently two children, a 22-month-old baby girl and a 14-year-old boy who had a chronic disease, died of A/H1N1 flu in central Anatolian province of Konya."
More:A/H1N1 death toll rises to six in Turkey_English_Xinhua
www.chinaview.cn 2009-11-02 15:28:29
ANKARA, Nov. 2 (Xinhua) -- Turkish Health Ministry said on Monday the death toll of A/H1N1 flu has reached six in Turkey, the semi-official Anatolia news agency reported.
The ministry said that recently two children, a 22-month-old baby girl and a 14-year-old boy who had a chronic disease, died of A/H1N1 flu in central Anatolian province of Konya."
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Turkish Media Reports on Armenian Media Publishing in Turkish - Tert.am - News from Armenia and around the world
"Turkish Media Reports on Armenian Media Publishing in Turkish
It is not unusual to see English and Russian versions of Armenian news sites. But something unusual has started to occur recently, as some news sites in Armenia have added a Turkish language section to their pages, writes Yonca Poyraz Dogan in Turkish news source Today’s Zaman.
On the front page of Tert.am, the words, “Şimdi Türkçe” or “Now in Turkish” appear brightly colored in fuchsia. Just a click away, it is possible to see the headline story on the Turkish page, which was launched only a couple of weeks ago: “Prosperous Armenia Party Will Vote against Protocol Ratification Only in Case of Preconditions.” Two advertisements also appear on Tert.am's Turkish front page."
More:Turkish Media Reports on Armenian Media Publishing in Turkish - Tert.am - News from Armenia and around the world
It is not unusual to see English and Russian versions of Armenian news sites. But something unusual has started to occur recently, as some news sites in Armenia have added a Turkish language section to their pages, writes Yonca Poyraz Dogan in Turkish news source Today’s Zaman.
On the front page of Tert.am, the words, “Şimdi Türkçe” or “Now in Turkish” appear brightly colored in fuchsia. Just a click away, it is possible to see the headline story on the Turkish page, which was launched only a couple of weeks ago: “Prosperous Armenia Party Will Vote against Protocol Ratification Only in Case of Preconditions.” Two advertisements also appear on Tert.am's Turkish front page."
More:Turkish Media Reports on Armenian Media Publishing in Turkish - Tert.am - News from Armenia and around the world
Iran, Turkey establish friendship society
"Iran, Turkey establish friendship society
Mon, 02 Nov 2009 02:56:38 GMT
The Iran-Turkey Friendship Society has been officially established in Ankara.
At the inaugural ceremony on Sunday, Iran's ambassador to Ankara said that the new institution will help Turkey and Iran enhance their ties in various areas."
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Mon, 02 Nov 2009 02:56:38 GMT
The Iran-Turkey Friendship Society has been officially established in Ankara.
At the inaugural ceremony on Sunday, Iran's ambassador to Ankara said that the new institution will help Turkey and Iran enhance their ties in various areas."
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The Role of Turkish Diplomats in Saving Turkish Jews in France: 1940-1944
"The Role of Turkish Diplomats in Saving Turkish Jews in France: 1940-1944
By Arnold Reisman
During World War II, Turkish diplomats saved Turkish Jews living in France (many were French citizens others were holding Turkish passports) from certain death, a fact of which the Anglophone world was ignorant until Stanford Shaw first revealed the historical data in 1995.1 Up until that time, this important piece of history had been ignored by historians. Mistakenly however, Shaw attributed the actions of Turkey’s legations in both occupied and Vichy France to a well articulated policy created by the Turkish government in Ankara, when in fact these brave acts of heroism were devised by the diplomats themselves as a matter of conscience."
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By Arnold Reisman
During World War II, Turkish diplomats saved Turkish Jews living in France (many were French citizens others were holding Turkish passports) from certain death, a fact of which the Anglophone world was ignorant until Stanford Shaw first revealed the historical data in 1995.1 Up until that time, this important piece of history had been ignored by historians. Mistakenly however, Shaw attributed the actions of Turkey’s legations in both occupied and Vichy France to a well articulated policy created by the Turkish government in Ankara, when in fact these brave acts of heroism were devised by the diplomats themselves as a matter of conscience."
More:The Role of Turkish Diplomats in Saving Turkish Jews in France: 1940-1944
Armenians Reject Establishing Ties with Turkey: Angus Reid Global Monitor
"Armenians Reject Establishing Ties with Turkey
November 02, 2009
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Most people in Armenia think their country should not establish ties with neighbouring Turkey, according to a poll by the Armenian Sociological Association. 52 per cent of respondents oppose relations with Turkey, while 39 per cent support them."
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November 02, 2009
(Angus Reid Global Monitor) - Most people in Armenia think their country should not establish ties with neighbouring Turkey, according to a poll by the Armenian Sociological Association. 52 per cent of respondents oppose relations with Turkey, while 39 per cent support them."
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Don't miss this book!
"Don't miss this book!
JOOST LAGENDIJK
Starting today, Turks will have access in Turkish to one of the great books on Europe, its history and its people.
Written by prominent Dutch journalist and writer Geert Mak (www.geertmak.nl), the voluminous “In Europe” has been translated into Turkish by Mürsel Topcu for Literatür Publishers."
More:Don't miss this book! - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
JOOST LAGENDIJK
Starting today, Turks will have access in Turkish to one of the great books on Europe, its history and its people.
Written by prominent Dutch journalist and writer Geert Mak (www.geertmak.nl), the voluminous “In Europe” has been translated into Turkish by Mürsel Topcu for Literatür Publishers."
More:Don't miss this book! - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Malaysia Airports looks overseas
"Malaysia Airports looks overseas
By YEOW POOI LING
Airport operator eager for more jobs after Turkey venture
ISTANBUL: The Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (ISGIA) is expected to continue growing significantly in passenger arrivals, thanks to rising demand for low-fare flights and the country’s booming tourism industry."
More:Malaysia Airports looks overseas
By YEOW POOI LING
Airport operator eager for more jobs after Turkey venture
ISTANBUL: The Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (ISGIA) is expected to continue growing significantly in passenger arrivals, thanks to rising demand for low-fare flights and the country’s booming tourism industry."
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Dangerous region no excuse for secrecy, says former Dutch minister
"Dangerous region no excuse for secrecy, says former Dutch minister
Barçın Yinanç
ISTANBUL - Hürriyet Daily News
Although Turkey has made progress in democratizing its military-civilian relations, there is still room for improvement, according to a former European defense minister. Former Dutch Defense Minister Willem Van Eekelen says there is need for more transparency and accountability, especially when it comes to military expenditures"
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ISTANBUL - Hürriyet Daily News
Although Turkey has made progress in democratizing its military-civilian relations, there is still room for improvement, according to a former European defense minister. Former Dutch Defense Minister Willem Van Eekelen says there is need for more transparency and accountability, especially when it comes to military expenditures"
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Children from rival Cypriot communities tour divided capital
"Children from rival Cypriot communities tour divided capital
www.chinaview.cn 2009-11-02 03:38:21
NICOSIA, Nov. 1 (Xinhua) -- Greek and Turkish Cypriot children, accompanied by their parents and teachers, toured together historical monuments located in both sides of the divided capital Nicosia on Sunday as part of effort to enhance bi-communal understanding and reconciliation."
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www.chinaview.cn 2009-11-02 03:38:21
NICOSIA, Nov. 1 (Xinhua) -- Greek and Turkish Cypriot children, accompanied by their parents and teachers, toured together historical monuments located in both sides of the divided capital Nicosia on Sunday as part of effort to enhance bi-communal understanding and reconciliation."
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Sunday, November 01, 2009
General Mobile opens a facility in Istanbul
"General Mobile opens a facility in Istanbul
General Mobile, a U.S.-based global cell phone producer, has announced its decision to start producing cell phones in Turkey."
More:General Mobile opens a facility in Istanbul - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
General Mobile, a U.S.-based global cell phone producer, has announced its decision to start producing cell phones in Turkey."
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Turkish beer popular among Iraqis
"Turkish beer popular among Iraqis
The removal of a United Nations embargo on Iraq has revealed that Iraqis prefer to consume Turkish beer over any other.
Iraq ranks on top of a list of countries that have imported beer from Turkey in 2008, according to the “Alcohol and Soft Drinks” report published by Export Promotion Center, or IGEME. Last year Turkey’s beer exports to Iraq were worth $22.1 million. Northern Cyprus followed Iraq’s lead with beer imports worth $6.7 million from Turkey. The country’s beer exports to the United Arab Emirates meanwhile totaled $4.3 million. Azerbaijan rounds out Turkey’s top beer importers at number four with $3.6 million."
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The removal of a United Nations embargo on Iraq has revealed that Iraqis prefer to consume Turkish beer over any other.
Iraq ranks on top of a list of countries that have imported beer from Turkey in 2008, according to the “Alcohol and Soft Drinks” report published by Export Promotion Center, or IGEME. Last year Turkey’s beer exports to Iraq were worth $22.1 million. Northern Cyprus followed Iraq’s lead with beer imports worth $6.7 million from Turkey. The country’s beer exports to the United Arab Emirates meanwhile totaled $4.3 million. Azerbaijan rounds out Turkey’s top beer importers at number four with $3.6 million."
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Turkey to start mass A/H1N1 flu vaccination
"Turkey to start mass A/H1N1 flu vaccination
www.chinaview.cn 2009-11-01 19:28:56
ANKARA, Nov. 1 (Xinhua) -- Turkey will launch a mass vaccination program against the global epidemic A/H1N1 influenza on Monday, the semi-official Anatolia news agency reported on Sunday."
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www.chinaview.cn 2009-11-01 19:28:56
ANKARA, Nov. 1 (Xinhua) -- Turkey will launch a mass vaccination program against the global epidemic A/H1N1 influenza on Monday, the semi-official Anatolia news agency reported on Sunday."
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Turkey interfering with EU immigration patrols: Greece
"Turkey interfering with EU immigration patrols: Greece"
ATHENS – Agence France-Presse
Greece on Friday said Turkey had interfered with European Union immigration patrols by sending radar warnings to aircraft monitoring the bloc's southeastern sea borders."
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ATHENS – Agence France-Presse
Greece on Friday said Turkey had interfered with European Union immigration patrols by sending radar warnings to aircraft monitoring the bloc's southeastern sea borders."
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NPR: What Really Riles Muslim Extremists? - by Dinesh D'Souza
For the complete report from NPR click on this link
More insurgent bombings in Iraq. More Taliban strikes in Afghanistan. What's up with these people? Just Wednesday, a deadly car bomb exploded in Peshawar, Pakistan, as Secretary of State Hillary Clinton arrived in Islamabad. Is Islam the problem? Many atheists, and even some believers, would like us to believe that Muslim fanatics are doing this in the hope of going straight to heaven, so that they can enjoy the company of 72 virgins there. Some go as far as saying that religion itself is to blame, because it makes people susceptible to fanaticism, terrorism and violence. But this accusation against religion is nonsense. Even against Islam, it's questionable. Robert Pape's study of insurgency and suicide bombing shows that these actions have nothing to do with promises of heavenly reward. Rather, extremists are motivated by more mundane motives: they invaded our country, they stole our land, they raped my sister, and so on.
Whether or not this is true, Islamist terrorism is a special case. The original suicide bombers, the Japanese kamikazes, were not motivated by religion but rather by fanatical loyalty to the emperor. The Tamil Tigers in Sri Lanka conduct suicide attacks in a desperate struggle over land and self-determination. If religion is the problem, where are the Buddhist suicide bombers? Nor has anyone been able to identify a Christian bin Laden, the Christian equivalent of al-Qaida or Hezbollah, or the Christian country today run along the lines of Iran. Most people in the world believe in God and the afterlife, yet hardly any of them launch suicide attacks in the hope of going straight to heaven.
Beliefs in God and life after death have proven far less dangerous to society than the attempts to establish the God-free utopia. Fine, let's listen to the atheists who say we need to watch out for heaven-seeking Muslims bent on blowing up civilians and flying planes into buildings. But let's be just as vigilant against atheist fanatics like Stalin, Mao, Pol Pot, Ceausescu, Enver Hoxha, Fidel Castro and Kim Jong-il. These despots have collectively killed millions more than even bin Laden could ever dream of orchestrating in order to establish their version of heaven on Earth.
IMI negotiating tank enhancement deal with Turkish company - Israel Business, Ynetnews
"IMI negotiating tank enhancement deal with Turkish company
Israeli Military Industry has been operating in Turkey for nearly decade. Tank deal uncertain due to political tensions between Jerusalem and Ankara"
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Israeli Military Industry has been operating in Turkey for nearly decade. Tank deal uncertain due to political tensions between Jerusalem and Ankara"
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Turkey’s position in the Caucasus much weaker than several months ago
"Stratfor: Turkey’s position in the Caucasus much weaker than several months ago
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'Moscow has long been cooperating with Tehran in the sphere of nuclear energy.
Russian weapons are popular among Iranian servicemen. Moreover, Iran often uses the Russian international diplomatic shelter, especially in the UN Security Council where Russia has an extremely important right to 'veto', say experts at the US analytical center Stratfor (Strategic Forecasting) George Friedman and Peter Zeikhan."
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'Moscow has long been cooperating with Tehran in the sphere of nuclear energy.
Russian weapons are popular among Iranian servicemen. Moreover, Iran often uses the Russian international diplomatic shelter, especially in the UN Security Council where Russia has an extremely important right to 'veto', say experts at the US analytical center Stratfor (Strategic Forecasting) George Friedman and Peter Zeikhan."
More:News.Az - Stratfor: Turkey’s position in the Caucasus much weaker than several months ago
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