"Presentation Dedicated to Uzbekistan's Independence Held in Ankara
Tuesday, 7 September 2010
A presentation dedicated to the 19th anniversary of independence of Uzbekistan was held in Ankara, Turkey. The presentation was attended by the Minister of Public Health of Turkey Rejep Akdag, city administration, representatives of Turkish mass media and Ankara citizens."
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Tuesday, September 07, 2010
Latest news from Azerbaijan
"Normalization of relations between Ankara, Yerevan hampered by Armenian diaspora
Tue 07 September 2010 06:24 GMT | 10:24 Local Time
According to Star newspaper, during the meeting with speaker of the Canadian parliament Noel Kincella, Shahin voiced his concert over the adoption of the resolution on 'Armenian genocide' by the parliament of this country in 2004. The speaker of the Turkish parliament noted that such resolutions cannot serve the strengthening of the Canadian-Turkish relations, saying such historical issues must be studied by historians, rather than politicians."
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Tue 07 September 2010 06:24 GMT | 10:24 Local Time
According to Star newspaper, during the meeting with speaker of the Canadian parliament Noel Kincella, Shahin voiced his concert over the adoption of the resolution on 'Armenian genocide' by the parliament of this country in 2004. The speaker of the Turkish parliament noted that such resolutions cannot serve the strengthening of the Canadian-Turkish relations, saying such historical issues must be studied by historians, rather than politicians."
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Turks Hope For Lasting Cease-Fire With Kurds : NPR
"Turks Hope For Lasting Cease-Fire With Kurds
by Peter Kenyon
September 7, 2010
The summer in Turkey has been marked by violent attacks and reprisals between Kurdish separatist rebels and Turkish security forces, marking the apparent demise of the government's efforts to move toward peace talks with the Kurds. But a Ramadan cease-fire has some Turks hoping that the two sides can return the long-running conflict to a nonviolent path."
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by Peter Kenyon
September 7, 2010
The summer in Turkey has been marked by violent attacks and reprisals between Kurdish separatist rebels and Turkish security forces, marking the apparent demise of the government's efforts to move toward peace talks with the Kurds. But a Ramadan cease-fire has some Turks hoping that the two sides can return the long-running conflict to a nonviolent path."
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Crazy (To)Night In Istanbul : U2 Interference – U2 Fans, Pop Culture Webzine, & More
"Crazy (To)Night In Istanbul
September 6, 2010
U2 hit the ground running in Istanbul, Turkey. An impromptu performance of “Desire” by Bono and Edge at Ataturk International Airport marked the first-ever live performance by the band in Turkey.
Fans report that reaching Ataturk Olympic Stadium from Istanbul was rather difficult and did not bode well for leaving after the show. Rain, traffic and a rough landscape around the stadium combined to make travel difficult."
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September 6, 2010
U2 hit the ground running in Istanbul, Turkey. An impromptu performance of “Desire” by Bono and Edge at Ataturk International Airport marked the first-ever live performance by the band in Turkey.
Fans report that reaching Ataturk Olympic Stadium from Istanbul was rather difficult and did not bode well for leaving after the show. Rain, traffic and a rough landscape around the stadium combined to make travel difficult."
More:Crazy (To)Night In Istanbul : U2 Interference – U2 Fans, Pop Culture Webzine, & More
Monday, September 06, 2010
Kılıçdaroğlu familiarizes the CHP with the EU
"Kılıçdaroğlu familiarizes the CHP with the EU
The season for vacations has come to an end here and in Europe. The commission is open for business and relations between Turkey and the European Union will be heavily abandoned on the agenda."
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The season for vacations has come to an end here and in Europe. The commission is open for business and relations between Turkey and the European Union will be heavily abandoned on the agenda."
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Erdogan Faces Close Call in Referendum as Kurds Hold Control in Swing Vote - Bloomberg
"Erdogan Faces Close Call in Referendum as Kurds Hold Control in Swing Vote
By Benjamin Harvey - Sep 6, 2010 5:01 PM ET
Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan was once headed for hero status among Turkey’s Kurdish minority. Now, he’ll settle for being the least bad bet.
Erdogan, who won record majorities in his past two parliamentary elections, is seeking support for constitutional amendments in a Sept. 12 referendum. Most polls show the contest is too close to call. The votes of Kurds -- who welcomed Erdogan’s promises of wider rights and an end to a 26-year war against separatist militants, and then criticized him for not delivering -- may swing the result."
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By Benjamin Harvey - Sep 6, 2010 5:01 PM ET
Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan was once headed for hero status among Turkey’s Kurdish minority. Now, he’ll settle for being the least bad bet.
Erdogan, who won record majorities in his past two parliamentary elections, is seeking support for constitutional amendments in a Sept. 12 referendum. Most polls show the contest is too close to call. The votes of Kurds -- who welcomed Erdogan’s promises of wider rights and an end to a 26-year war against separatist militants, and then criticized him for not delivering -- may swing the result."
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With or without Europe, Turkey is liberalizing
"With or without Europe, Turkey is liberalizing
By Fadi Hakura
Commentary by
Tuesday, September 07, 2010
In the midst of European antipathy regarding Turkish accession to the European Union, Ankara is attempting to chart an alternative path to secular democracy and economic prosperity. Yet Turkey should go one step further and question the unbridled axiom that, without Europe, it is destined to find itself on the scrapheap of Muslim radicalization or unrepentant nationalism."
More:The Daily Star - Opinion Articles - With or without Europe, Turkey is liberalizing
By Fadi Hakura
Commentary by
Tuesday, September 07, 2010
In the midst of European antipathy regarding Turkish accession to the European Union, Ankara is attempting to chart an alternative path to secular democracy and economic prosperity. Yet Turkey should go one step further and question the unbridled axiom that, without Europe, it is destined to find itself on the scrapheap of Muslim radicalization or unrepentant nationalism."
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Soldiers’ families take Turkey to court - The National Newspaper
"Soldiers’ families take Turkey to court
Tom Seibert, Foreign Correspondent
* Last Updated: September 06. 2010 10:51PM UAE / September 6. 2010 6:51PM GMT
Officials carrying the coffin bearing the body of Capt Ibrahim Baris Yurtsever, an army officer who was among six Turkish soldiers killed last week by Kurdish rebels in Hakkari. Adem Altan / AFP
ISTANBUL // Relatives of soldiers killed by Kurdish rebels are taking the army to court over allegations that the military leadership failed to protect the troops even though generals had video footage from drones documenting advancing rebel units."
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Tom Seibert, Foreign Correspondent
* Last Updated: September 06. 2010 10:51PM UAE / September 6. 2010 6:51PM GMT
Officials carrying the coffin bearing the body of Capt Ibrahim Baris Yurtsever, an army officer who was among six Turkish soldiers killed last week by Kurdish rebels in Hakkari. Adem Altan / AFP
ISTANBUL // Relatives of soldiers killed by Kurdish rebels are taking the army to court over allegations that the military leadership failed to protect the troops even though generals had video footage from drones documenting advancing rebel units."
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Pro-Kurdish group from Turkey meets Iraqi president
"Pro-Kurdish group from Turkey meets Iraqi president
A pro-Kurdish delegation consisting of Turkish political figures met Iraq’s president Monday to discuss the cease-fire of the outlawed Kurdistan Worker’s Party, or PKK, which ends Sept. 20, as well as a long-awaited “Kurdish Conference.”"
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A pro-Kurdish delegation consisting of Turkish political figures met Iraq’s president Monday to discuss the cease-fire of the outlawed Kurdistan Worker’s Party, or PKK, which ends Sept. 20, as well as a long-awaited “Kurdish Conference.”"
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US Tells Turkey – Cool it with Iran
"US Tells Turkey – Cool it with Iran
September 6, 2010 - 11:09 AM | by: Nina Donaghy
The heat is on Turkey to cool it with Iran.
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs Admiral Mike Mullen has told Turkey it must join the international coalition seeking to contain Iran. Speaking in Ankara over the weekend Mullen said “The mutual goal of Iran not achieving a nuclear-weapons capability, that we completely agree on, we just need to reinforce. ”"
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September 6, 2010 - 11:09 AM | by: Nina Donaghy
The heat is on Turkey to cool it with Iran.
Chairman of the Joint Chiefs Admiral Mike Mullen has told Turkey it must join the international coalition seeking to contain Iran. Speaking in Ankara over the weekend Mullen said “The mutual goal of Iran not achieving a nuclear-weapons capability, that we completely agree on, we just need to reinforce. ”"
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Naysayers in Turkish capital welcome CHP leader for rally
"Naysayers in Turkish capital welcome CHP leader for rally
People from across the political spectrum but joined by common concern for the pending constitutional reform package converged Sunday in Ankara for one of the largest rallies held yet by main opposition leader Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu."
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People from across the political spectrum but joined by common concern for the pending constitutional reform package converged Sunday in Ankara for one of the largest rallies held yet by main opposition leader Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu."
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Patricia Cleveland-Peck in Istanbul
"Patricia Cleveland-Peck in Istanbul
6 Sep 2010
The sun begins to set, reflecting a pearly light from the silvery domes and slim minarets of the palaces and mosques, the colour gradually deepening to a darker shade of pink. Then the call to prayer begins, passing from one minaret to the next, echoing all around this ancient city. We sit entranced on our hotel balcony until the sky turns inky blue and a sliver of new moon rises."
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6 Sep 2010
The sun begins to set, reflecting a pearly light from the silvery domes and slim minarets of the palaces and mosques, the colour gradually deepening to a darker shade of pink. Then the call to prayer begins, passing from one minaret to the next, echoing all around this ancient city. We sit entranced on our hotel balcony until the sky turns inky blue and a sliver of new moon rises."
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CHP member resigns following poster flap in Istanbul district
"CHP member resigns following poster flap in Istanbul district
A fight breaks out after a municipal assembly meeting.
A Republican People’s Party, or CHP, member of Avcılar municipal council has resigned following the appearance of party posters ahead of Sept. 12’s charter poll that said vote “Yes for Muslim women to cover themselves like nuns.”"
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A fight breaks out after a municipal assembly meeting.
A Republican People’s Party, or CHP, member of Avcılar municipal council has resigned following the appearance of party posters ahead of Sept. 12’s charter poll that said vote “Yes for Muslim women to cover themselves like nuns.”"
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Mullen Urges Turkey to Help on Iran, Afghan Command - BusinessWeek
"Mullen Urges Turkey to Help on Iran, Afghan Command
September 04, 2010, 5:38 AM EDT
By Viola Gienger
Sept. 4 (Bloomberg) -- President Barack Obama’s top military adviser, Navy Admiral Mike Mullen, urged Turkey to help ensure Iran doesn’t gain the capacity to make atomic weapons and to extend the period of its commands in Afghanistan."
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September 04, 2010, 5:38 AM EDT
By Viola Gienger
Sept. 4 (Bloomberg) -- President Barack Obama’s top military adviser, Navy Admiral Mike Mullen, urged Turkey to help ensure Iran doesn’t gain the capacity to make atomic weapons and to extend the period of its commands in Afghanistan."
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Turkey Joins Europe, Electrically Speaking - NYTimes.com
"Turkey Joins Europe, Electrically Speaking
By MATTHEW L. WALD
Green: Politics
Turkey may be frustrated in its bid to become part of the European Union, but by the end of September, it will join Europe’s electric grid."
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By MATTHEW L. WALD
Green: Politics
Turkey may be frustrated in its bid to become part of the European Union, but by the end of September, it will join Europe’s electric grid."
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Mass rallies ahead of Turkish referendum - Referendum : news, world | euronews
"Mass rallies ahead of Turkish referendum
06/09 07:13 CET
The countdown is underway to next weekend’s constitutional referendum in Turkey, with Yes and No rallies drawing thousands of supporters. The debate on the 1982 constitution written under military rule is seen by many as a vote of confidence in Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s AK Party; he says it will strengthen democracy in Turkey and help the bid for EU membership"
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06/09 07:13 CET
The countdown is underway to next weekend’s constitutional referendum in Turkey, with Yes and No rallies drawing thousands of supporters. The debate on the 1982 constitution written under military rule is seen by many as a vote of confidence in Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s AK Party; he says it will strengthen democracy in Turkey and help the bid for EU membership"
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Charter referendum new test for Turkey's PM Erdogan | Reuters
"Charter referendum new test for Turkey's PM Erdogan
By Ibon Villelabeitia
KONYA, Turkey | Mon Sep 6, 2010 7:03am BST
KONYA, Turkey (Reuters) - Shortly before sweeping to power, Tayyip Erdogan pledged at the tomb of state founder Ataturk to revive a secular democracy he said was losing the nation's trust. Turkey would now get the leadership it deserved."
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By Ibon Villelabeitia
KONYA, Turkey | Mon Sep 6, 2010 7:03am BST
KONYA, Turkey (Reuters) - Shortly before sweeping to power, Tayyip Erdogan pledged at the tomb of state founder Ataturk to revive a secular democracy he said was losing the nation's trust. Turkey would now get the leadership it deserved."
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Slovenia Routs Australia and Will Face Turkey - NYTimes.com
"Slovenia Routs Australia and Will Face Turkey
By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
Published: September 5, 2010
ISTANBUL (AP) — Jaka Lokovic scored 19 points, and Slovenia hit 16 of 33 3-pointers to eliminate Australia, 87-58, on Sunday in the Round of 16 at the basketball world championships. "
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By THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
Published: September 5, 2010
ISTANBUL (AP) — Jaka Lokovic scored 19 points, and Slovenia hit 16 of 33 3-pointers to eliminate Australia, 87-58, on Sunday in the Round of 16 at the basketball world championships. "
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Vain Glorious | The Spa at Trump Soho - NYTimes.com
"Vain Glorious | The Spa at Trump Soho
Women's Fashion
|
By JACKIE COOPERMAN
| September 6, 2010, 9:00 am
Trump Soho SpaCourtesy of the Spa at Trump SoHo
Who: The Spa at Trump SoHo
What: Hammam Bathing Ritual
Why Bother: At the new, elegantly appointed but awkwardly named the Spa at Trump, I couldn’t help but think I wasn’t in Istanbul anymore. True, the women’s lounge has candy-colored Turkish leather poufs, and Ivanka Trump hired a hammam expert to keep things somewhat authentic. For example, in the heated hammam room, the ceiling is domed and pricked with teeny lights, and the therapists use Turkish exfoliation mitts (called kese) and cotton soap bags (called torba), as well as castile soap made from coconut, palm and olive oil. Even the steps of the bathing ritual — wherein my therapist laid me on a marble “belly stone” heated to 105 degrees, doused me repeatedly with warm water, scrubbed me with the kese and then covered me in thick, foamy soap bubbles — echoed the steps of traditional Turkish hammams."
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Women's Fashion
|
By JACKIE COOPERMAN
| September 6, 2010, 9:00 am
Trump Soho SpaCourtesy of the Spa at Trump SoHo
Who: The Spa at Trump SoHo
What: Hammam Bathing Ritual
Why Bother: At the new, elegantly appointed but awkwardly named the Spa at Trump, I couldn’t help but think I wasn’t in Istanbul anymore. True, the women’s lounge has candy-colored Turkish leather poufs, and Ivanka Trump hired a hammam expert to keep things somewhat authentic. For example, in the heated hammam room, the ceiling is domed and pricked with teeny lights, and the therapists use Turkish exfoliation mitts (called kese) and cotton soap bags (called torba), as well as castile soap made from coconut, palm and olive oil. Even the steps of the bathing ritual — wherein my therapist laid me on a marble “belly stone” heated to 105 degrees, doused me repeatedly with warm water, scrubbed me with the kese and then covered me in thick, foamy soap bubbles — echoed the steps of traditional Turkish hammams."
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Anniversary of Istanbul pogrom
"Anniversary of Istanbul pogrom
(ANA-MPA) -- Recent history recalls that during the night of Sept. 6 and into the early morning hours of Sept. 7 enraged mobs descended into the Istanbul neighborhoods where most of the ancient metropolis' ethnic Greeks lived, worked and owned property. The tragic developments that occurred in those fateful hours came to be known as the 'Septemvriana' or 'Evenings of September' pogrom."
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(ANA-MPA) -- Recent history recalls that during the night of Sept. 6 and into the early morning hours of Sept. 7 enraged mobs descended into the Istanbul neighborhoods where most of the ancient metropolis' ethnic Greeks lived, worked and owned property. The tragic developments that occurred in those fateful hours came to be known as the 'Septemvriana' or 'Evenings of September' pogrom."
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Turkey's '12 Giant Men' Taking Giant Steps in 2010 FIBA World Championship -- NBA FanHouse
"Turkey's '12 Giant Men' Taking Giant Steps in 2010 FIBA World Championship
9/05/2010 8:31 PM ET By Chris Tomasson
ISTANBUL -- Turkey is home to the world's tallest man in 8-foot-1 Sultan Kosen. But he is not a Giant Man here.
There are only a dozen such men in Turkey. And one is Ender Arslan, who stands a modest 6-foot-3."
More:Turkey's '12 Giant Men' Taking Giant Steps in 2010 FIBA World Championship -- NBA FanHouse
9/05/2010 8:31 PM ET By Chris Tomasson
ISTANBUL -- Turkey is home to the world's tallest man in 8-foot-1 Sultan Kosen. But he is not a Giant Man here.
There are only a dozen such men in Turkey. And one is Ender Arslan, who stands a modest 6-foot-3."
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Bono, Tarkan and the minister - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
"Bono, Tarkan and the minister
JOOST LAGENDIJK
U2 is in town. On Monday night, one of the most successful rock bands in the world will be on stage at Atatürk Olympic Stadium. And what a stage it will be! It is the highest and largest set ever build in rock history, allowing fans to see the stage from every angle of the stadium, as the title of the tour, 360º, suggests."
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JOOST LAGENDIJK
U2 is in town. On Monday night, one of the most successful rock bands in the world will be on stage at Atatürk Olympic Stadium. And what a stage it will be! It is the highest and largest set ever build in rock history, allowing fans to see the stage from every angle of the stadium, as the title of the tour, 360º, suggests."
More:Bono, Tarkan and the minister - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
From the Bosphorus: Straight - A bit of context for U2’s Mr. Bono
"From the Bosphorus: Straight - A bit of context for U2’s Mr. Bono
Dear Bono:
The conceit of an “open letter” is one we generally eschew at the Hürriyet Daily News. But on the odd chance we might have been slipped under the door of your hotel room this morning, today is an exception.
Certainly you are well aware of how appreciated your visit is by both fans and by many Turks who probably are not deeply familiar with U2. We share both in the admiration of your music as well as in the social activism with which you have been associated over the past quarter century. We too welcome you to Turkey."
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Dear Bono:
The conceit of an “open letter” is one we generally eschew at the Hürriyet Daily News. But on the odd chance we might have been slipped under the door of your hotel room this morning, today is an exception.
Certainly you are well aware of how appreciated your visit is by both fans and by many Turks who probably are not deeply familiar with U2. We share both in the admiration of your music as well as in the social activism with which you have been associated over the past quarter century. We too welcome you to Turkey."
More:From the Bosphorus: Straight - A bit of context for U2’s Mr. Bono - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Sunday, September 05, 2010
Listen To The Dust Of Istanbul, by Fabio De Propris - fabiop05
"Listen To The Dust Of Istanbul
By Fabio De Propris
English translation: Peter Byrne
Ask the Dust
—John Fante
(Swans - September 6, 2010) If you don't want to go belly up in Istanbul, you have to learn to watch out. Watch for the holes in front of you, because you can be sure they are waiting and watching for you. You'll find out in the European quarter that will make you think of Persia or Samarkand as you will over on the Asian side that looks like Salonika or Trieste. But not going down on your back doesn't mean you are on top of the problem.
To come and go untroubled is what you want, and that can come only with the key to this particular mystery, the right key on a clanking ring full of the wrong ones. You want the least common denominator that makes people one with the color of their houses, that even inserts them with ease into the geometry of Galata's narrow lanes. "
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By Fabio De Propris
English translation: Peter Byrne
Ask the Dust
—John Fante
(Swans - September 6, 2010) If you don't want to go belly up in Istanbul, you have to learn to watch out. Watch for the holes in front of you, because you can be sure they are waiting and watching for you. You'll find out in the European quarter that will make you think of Persia or Samarkand as you will over on the Asian side that looks like Salonika or Trieste. But not going down on your back doesn't mean you are on top of the problem.
To come and go untroubled is what you want, and that can come only with the key to this particular mystery, the right key on a clanking ring full of the wrong ones. You want the least common denominator that makes people one with the color of their houses, that even inserts them with ease into the geometry of Galata's narrow lanes. "
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Turkey-Israel relations: Where do we stand?
"Turkey-Israel relations: Where do we stand?
By ELY KARMON
09/05/2010 23:09
Results of upcoming referendum for ‘revolutionary constitutional changes’ proposed by Erdogan’s AKP gov't will determine country's path toward the Jewish state."
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By ELY KARMON
09/05/2010 23:09
Results of upcoming referendum for ‘revolutionary constitutional changes’ proposed by Erdogan’s AKP gov't will determine country's path toward the Jewish state."
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A rising Turkey on the outside of the European circle
"A rising Turkey on the outside of the European circle
Fadi Hakura
In the midst of European antipathy regarding Turkish accession to the EU, Turkey is attempting to chart an alternative path to secular democracy and economic prosperity. Yet Turkey should go one step further and question the unbridled axiom that, without Europe, it is destined to the scrapheap of Muslim radicalisation or unrepentant nationalism.
Since the end of the Ottoman Empire, the conventional wisdom that Europe is Turkey’s ultimate saviour implies that Turkey is unable or unwilling to become a liberal democracy absent of external agency. This fallacy is not rooted in cultural or political realities, but is an accident of history. "
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Fadi Hakura
In the midst of European antipathy regarding Turkish accession to the EU, Turkey is attempting to chart an alternative path to secular democracy and economic prosperity. Yet Turkey should go one step further and question the unbridled axiom that, without Europe, it is destined to the scrapheap of Muslim radicalisation or unrepentant nationalism.
Since the end of the Ottoman Empire, the conventional wisdom that Europe is Turkey’s ultimate saviour implies that Turkey is unable or unwilling to become a liberal democracy absent of external agency. This fallacy is not rooted in cultural or political realities, but is an accident of history. "
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Turks delight singing home crowd by beating France - TrueHoop Blog - ESPN
"Turks delight singing home crowd by beating France
September, 5, 2010
Sep 5
Sheridan By Chris Sheridan
Archive
ISTANBUL -- It's not often that you get chills up your spine from being at a basketball game, especially when you've been to hundreds upon hundreds of them in your career. But tonight was one such night."
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September, 5, 2010
Sep 5
Sheridan By Chris Sheridan
Archive
ISTANBUL -- It's not often that you get chills up your spine from being at a basketball game, especially when you've been to hundreds upon hundreds of them in your career. But tonight was one such night."
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Turkey eliminates France with 95-77 win at worlds | ajc.com
"Turkey eliminates France with 95-77 win at worlds
ISTANBUL — Turkey used a 21-4 run spanning the second and third quarters on Sunday to eliminate France from the basketball world championship with a 95-77 win.
Phoenix Suns forward Hedo Turkoglu scored 20 points and Sinan Guler added 17 for Turkey, which played its first tournament game in the new Sinan Erdem Dome. A nearly capacity crowd of 15,000 — including 22 members of the Turkish national soccer team sitting courtside — watched the home team make shoot 35 of 55 from the field in the round of 16 game."
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ISTANBUL — Turkey used a 21-4 run spanning the second and third quarters on Sunday to eliminate France from the basketball world championship with a 95-77 win.
Phoenix Suns forward Hedo Turkoglu scored 20 points and Sinan Guler added 17 for Turkey, which played its first tournament game in the new Sinan Erdem Dome. A nearly capacity crowd of 15,000 — including 22 members of the Turkish national soccer team sitting courtside — watched the home team make shoot 35 of 55 from the field in the round of 16 game."
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Turkish Premier meets U2's Bono, band members
"Turkish Premier meets U2's Bono, band members
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Sunday met with Bono and members of the legendary Irish rock band.
ISTANBUL- The meeting at the Dolmabahce Palace came ahead of U2's stadium concert in Istanbul on Monday night."
More:Cumhuriyet Portal in English
Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Sunday met with Bono and members of the legendary Irish rock band.
ISTANBUL- The meeting at the Dolmabahce Palace came ahead of U2's stadium concert in Istanbul on Monday night."
More:Cumhuriyet Portal in English
New wind facility in S Turkey to provide electricity for 25,000
"New wind facility in S Turkey to provide electricity for 25,000
A new 90 million-Turkish Lira wind power plant project in the southern district of Mut will accommodate the local populations’ power needs when it is fully online, Turkey’s prime minister said Saturday during the station’s opening ceremony."
More:New wind facility in S Turkey to provide electricity for 25,000 - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
A new 90 million-Turkish Lira wind power plant project in the southern district of Mut will accommodate the local populations’ power needs when it is fully online, Turkey’s prime minister said Saturday during the station’s opening ceremony."
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Istanbul hosts exhibition marking 1,400th year of the Quran
"Istanbul hosts exhibition marking 1,400th year of the Quran
Unique and rare pieces of the 250,000-page Damascus documents collection as well as a large selection of handwritten Qurans are the subjects of a new exhibition that opened Saturday at Istanbul's Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum. The revenue earned from a book accompanying the show will be spent to buy new Qurans for the museum and their restoration"
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Unique and rare pieces of the 250,000-page Damascus documents collection as well as a large selection of handwritten Qurans are the subjects of a new exhibition that opened Saturday at Istanbul's Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum. The revenue earned from a book accompanying the show will be spent to buy new Qurans for the museum and their restoration"
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The first new Airbus A330-300 is being prepared for Turkish Airlines
"The first new Airbus A330-300 is being prepared for Turkish Airlines
Copyright Photo: Yannick Delamarre.
Turkish Airlines (Istanbul) will soon take delivery of its first new Airbus A330-300 direct from Airbus. This aircraft is the second A330-300 for THY, the first being TC-SGJ (msn 407) which was leased from Saga Airlines in the old colors."
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Copyright Photo: Yannick Delamarre.
Turkish Airlines (Istanbul) will soon take delivery of its first new Airbus A330-300 direct from Airbus. This aircraft is the second A330-300 for THY, the first being TC-SGJ (msn 407) which was leased from Saga Airlines in the old colors."
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US military chief seeks Turkish support over Iran « New Media Blog
"US military chief seeks Turkish support over Iran
Associated Press, by Staff Posted By: Photoonist- Sat, 04 Sep 2010 21:25:18 GMT Ankara, Turkey ' The United States' top military officer stressed on Saturday the need for Turkey to help enforce United Nations sanctions against Iran aimed at deterring the Islamic Republic from obtaining a nuclear bomb."
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Associated Press, by Staff Posted By: Photoonist- Sat, 04 Sep 2010 21:25:18 GMT Ankara, Turkey ' The United States' top military officer stressed on Saturday the need for Turkey to help enforce United Nations sanctions against Iran aimed at deterring the Islamic Republic from obtaining a nuclear bomb."
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PACE head: The main condition for Turkey to normalize relations with Armenia is the liberation of the occupied territories of Azerbaijan
"PACE head: The main condition for Turkey to normalize relations with Armenia is the liberation of the occupied territories of Azerbaijan
05.09.2010 12:04
PACE head: The main condition for Turkey to normalize relations with Armenia is the liberation of the occupied territories of Azerbaijan
The main condition for Turkey to normalize relations with Armenia is the liberation of the occupied territories of Azerbaijan, said the head of PACE Movlud Chavushoglu, speaking on Saturday in the Swedish city of Gothenburg at the conference 'The Role of Turkey in the European Union', Hurriyet reported."
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05.09.2010 12:04
PACE head: The main condition for Turkey to normalize relations with Armenia is the liberation of the occupied territories of Azerbaijan
The main condition for Turkey to normalize relations with Armenia is the liberation of the occupied territories of Azerbaijan, said the head of PACE Movlud Chavushoglu, speaking on Saturday in the Swedish city of Gothenburg at the conference 'The Role of Turkey in the European Union', Hurriyet reported."
More:PACE head: The main condition for Turkey to normalize relations with Armenia is the liberation of the occupied territories of Azerbaijan
Turkey says ready to contribute to Middle East peace talks - People's Daily Online
"Turkey says ready to contribute to Middle East peace talks
11:45, September 05, 2010
The Turkish Foreign Ministry hailed the start of the direct peace talks between Israel and the Palestinians, and expressed readiness to contribute to the process, the ministry's spokesman said on Saturday."
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11:45, September 05, 2010
The Turkish Foreign Ministry hailed the start of the direct peace talks between Israel and the Palestinians, and expressed readiness to contribute to the process, the ministry's spokesman said on Saturday."
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Saturday, September 04, 2010
Mullen: U.S. will bypass Turkey in Iraq weapons withdrawal - CNN.com
"Mullen: U.S. will bypass Turkey in Iraq weapons withdrawal
From Yesim Comert, CNN
September 4, 2010 2:09 p.m. EDT
Istanbul, Turkey (CNN) -- The chairman of the U.S. Joint Chiefs of Staff on Saturday said the United States does not plan to use Turkish territory in withdrawing its weapons from Iraq."
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From Yesim Comert, CNN
September 4, 2010 2:09 p.m. EDT
Istanbul, Turkey (CNN) -- The chairman of the U.S. Joint Chiefs of Staff on Saturday said the United States does not plan to use Turkish territory in withdrawing its weapons from Iraq."
More:Mullen: U.S. will bypass Turkey in Iraq weapons withdrawal - CNN.com
Turkish Coalition of America Joins Hands with Haiti Relief Groups in Florida
"TCA Joins Hands with Haiti Relief Groups in Florida
Rep. Alcee L. Hastings and Rep. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen Attended Events
Hosted by Florida Relief Organizations
(LR) Joe Pena, United Way of Miami-Dade, Rep. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen, G. Lincoln McCurdy, President of TCA, Serap Odabas Yigit, member of the Florida Turkish American community, Fuat Ornarli, member of the Florida Turkish American community.
September 2, 2010, Washington, DC – On August 26, the Turkish Coalition of America donated $50,000 to Haiti relief efforts to be distributed by Cross International, a charity located in Pompano Beach, and Operation Helping Hands, a charitable partnership between the United Way of Miami-Dade and The Miami Herald / el Nuevo Herald."
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Rep. Alcee L. Hastings and Rep. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen Attended Events
Hosted by Florida Relief Organizations
(LR) Joe Pena, United Way of Miami-Dade, Rep. Ileana Ros-Lehtinen, G. Lincoln McCurdy, President of TCA, Serap Odabas Yigit, member of the Florida Turkish American community, Fuat Ornarli, member of the Florida Turkish American community.
September 2, 2010, Washington, DC – On August 26, the Turkish Coalition of America donated $50,000 to Haiti relief efforts to be distributed by Cross International, a charity located in Pompano Beach, and Operation Helping Hands, a charitable partnership between the United Way of Miami-Dade and The Miami Herald / el Nuevo Herald."
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Mullen Urges Turkey to Aid UN-Led Effort to Prevent an Iranian Atomic Bomb - Bloomberg
"Mullen Urges Turkey to Aid UN-Led Effort to Prevent an Iranian Atomic Bomb
By Viola Gienger - Sep 4, 2010 5:36 AM ET
President Barack Obama’s top military adviser, Navy Admiral Mike Mullen, urged Turkey to help ensure Iran doesn’t gain the capacity to make atomic weapons and to extend the period of its commands in Afghanistan."
More:Mullen Urges Turkey to Aid UN-Led Effort to Prevent an Iranian Atomic Bomb - Bloomberg
By Viola Gienger - Sep 4, 2010 5:36 AM ET
President Barack Obama’s top military adviser, Navy Admiral Mike Mullen, urged Turkey to help ensure Iran doesn’t gain the capacity to make atomic weapons and to extend the period of its commands in Afghanistan."
More:Mullen Urges Turkey to Aid UN-Led Effort to Prevent an Iranian Atomic Bomb - Bloomberg
Top US commander discusses Iraq with Turkey
"Top US commander discusses Iraq with Turkey
(AP) – 4 hours ago
ANKARA, Turkey — The United States' top military officer says Washington does not plan to withdraw its weapons from Iraq through Turkey.
Adm. Michael Mullen, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, said Saturday the U.S. military has sought Turkish permission to transport some noncombat equipment from Iraq through its territory."
More:The Associated Press: Top US commander discusses Iraq with Turkey
(AP) – 4 hours ago
ANKARA, Turkey — The United States' top military officer says Washington does not plan to withdraw its weapons from Iraq through Turkey.
Adm. Michael Mullen, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, said Saturday the U.S. military has sought Turkish permission to transport some noncombat equipment from Iraq through its territory."
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Turkish Lawmaker Reaffirms EU Accession Commitment
"Turkish Lawmaker Reaffirms EU Accession Commitment
Saturday, 4 September 2010
Mevlut Cavusoglu, a Turkish lawmaker and president of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe, has reiterated his country's commitment to become a member of the European Union."
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Saturday, 4 September 2010
Mevlut Cavusoglu, a Turkish lawmaker and president of the Parliamentary Assembly of the Council of Europe, has reiterated his country's commitment to become a member of the European Union."
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Guus Hiddink's Turkey Start With a Win In Euro 2012 Qualifying Campaign | Bleacher Report
"Guus Hiddink's Turkey Start With a Win In Euro 2012 Qualifying Campaign
By
AHMET BOB TURGUT
This was the first official match for Guuss Hiddink as of Turkish National team coach.
Before the match Hiddink was the talk of the town in Turkey because of his player selection to the national team by Turkish media!"
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By
AHMET BOB TURGUT
This was the first official match for Guuss Hiddink as of Turkish National team coach.
Before the match Hiddink was the talk of the town in Turkey because of his player selection to the national team by Turkish media!"
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Destination guides: The Maidens Tower, Istanbul, Turkey - by Elizabeth Coughlan - Helium
"Destination guides: The Maiden's Tower, Istanbul, Turkey
by Elizabeth Coughlan
A small tower stands on a tiny rocky island at the mouth of the Bosphorus, just off Istanbul's Asian shore. Known locally as the Maiden's Tower (Kiz Kulesi in Turkish), it has guarded the Bosphorus, and illuminated the way for sailors over the centuries. Today, there are more modern methods of navigation, but the tower continues to intrigue visitors to Istanbul. There is often confusion over the name of the tower. In the ancient Greek and medieval Byzantine eras, it was known as Leander's Tower, for reasons that will become apparent."
More:Destination guides: The Maidens Tower, Istanbul, Turkey - by Elizabeth Coughlan - Helium
by Elizabeth Coughlan
A small tower stands on a tiny rocky island at the mouth of the Bosphorus, just off Istanbul's Asian shore. Known locally as the Maiden's Tower (Kiz Kulesi in Turkish), it has guarded the Bosphorus, and illuminated the way for sailors over the centuries. Today, there are more modern methods of navigation, but the tower continues to intrigue visitors to Istanbul. There is often confusion over the name of the tower. In the ancient Greek and medieval Byzantine eras, it was known as Leander's Tower, for reasons that will become apparent."
More:Destination guides: The Maidens Tower, Istanbul, Turkey - by Elizabeth Coughlan - Helium
US soldiers briefly quarantined
"US soldiers briefly quarantined
ISTANBUL - SIX US soldiers and a Turk were briefly quarantined in Istanbul after a suspicious powder was found in a parcel at the city's main airport, Anatolia news agency reported on Friday.
The seven were placed under supervision at a hospital in Istanbul on Thursday. Officials gave the go-ahead for them to be discharged on Friday evening after the substance turned out to be harmless."
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ISTANBUL - SIX US soldiers and a Turk were briefly quarantined in Istanbul after a suspicious powder was found in a parcel at the city's main airport, Anatolia news agency reported on Friday.
The seven were placed under supervision at a hospital in Istanbul on Thursday. Officials gave the go-ahead for them to be discharged on Friday evening after the substance turned out to be harmless."
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Israeli soldier charged with looting Turkish ship
"Israeli soldier charged with looting Turkish ship
One soldier has been charged with looting the lead ship in a Gaza-bound flotilla halted by Israeli naval commandos in a lethal raid at the end of May, the country’s military said late Thursday."
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One soldier has been charged with looting the lead ship in a Gaza-bound flotilla halted by Israeli naval commandos in a lethal raid at the end of May, the country’s military said late Thursday."
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Friday, September 03, 2010
European countries cannot have it both ways on immigration
"European countries cannot have it both ways on immigration
By Tony Barber
Published: September 3 2010 20:50 | Last updated: September 3 2010 20:50
Which European politician said in July that his country was “suffering from 50 years of lax immigration rules that have led to a failure of integration”? Was it Geert Wilders, the Dutch anti-Islamic populist? Was it Umberto Bossi, leader of Italy’s Northern League? Perhaps it was Thilo Sarrazin, the Social Democrat who appears likely to be dismissed from the board of Germany’s Bundesbank for making provocative remarks about immigrants?"
More:FT.com / Comment / Opinion - European countries cannot have it both ways on immigration
By Tony Barber
Published: September 3 2010 20:50 | Last updated: September 3 2010 20:50
Which European politician said in July that his country was “suffering from 50 years of lax immigration rules that have led to a failure of integration”? Was it Geert Wilders, the Dutch anti-Islamic populist? Was it Umberto Bossi, leader of Italy’s Northern League? Perhaps it was Thilo Sarrazin, the Social Democrat who appears likely to be dismissed from the board of Germany’s Bundesbank for making provocative remarks about immigrants?"
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Istanbul welcomes 'Sweet 16' in the 2010 FIBA World Championship
"Istanbul welcomes 'Sweet 16' in the 2010 FIBA World Championship
As group matches are wrapped up and losers head home, games of much greater consequence will soon begin in the knockout stages of the 2010 FIBA World Basketball Championships. The tournament comes to Istanbul this weekend as red hot Turkey draws France, while three other intriguing matches are also set to played over the weekend
More:Istanbul welcomes 'Sweet 16' in the 2010 FIBA World Championship - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
As group matches are wrapped up and losers head home, games of much greater consequence will soon begin in the knockout stages of the 2010 FIBA World Basketball Championships. The tournament comes to Istanbul this weekend as red hot Turkey draws France, while three other intriguing matches are also set to played over the weekend
More:Istanbul welcomes 'Sweet 16' in the 2010 FIBA World Championship - Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review
Atlantic Sentinel | Obama Shouldn’t Fret About Turkey’s Choices
"Obama Shouldn’t Fret About Turkey’s Choices
By
Nick Ottens
The United States have warned Turkey that unless the country change its apparently newfound hostility toward Israel and its cozying up with Iran, it stands little chance of obtaining the American weapons it intends to buy.
Eurasia Review reports that President Barack Obama personally delivered the message to his counterpart in Ankara, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. The warning comes at a time when Turkey wants to purchase American drone aircraft in order to attack Kurdish separatist insurgents along the Iraqi border in the southwest. With US combat forces pulling out of Iraq and the Kurdish threat flaring up once again, the Turks have reason to be concerned."
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By
Nick Ottens
The United States have warned Turkey that unless the country change its apparently newfound hostility toward Israel and its cozying up with Iran, it stands little chance of obtaining the American weapons it intends to buy.
Eurasia Review reports that President Barack Obama personally delivered the message to his counterpart in Ankara, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan. The warning comes at a time when Turkey wants to purchase American drone aircraft in order to attack Kurdish separatist insurgents along the Iraqi border in the southwest. With US combat forces pulling out of Iraq and the Kurdish threat flaring up once again, the Turks have reason to be concerned."
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Turkey connects to EU electric grid
"Turkey connects to EU electric grid
ISTANBUL, Turkey, Sept. 3 (UPI) -- Turkey will be connected to European electricity networks via U.S. firm General Electric's 'smart grid technology.'"
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ISTANBUL, Turkey, Sept. 3 (UPI) -- Turkey will be connected to European electricity networks via U.S. firm General Electric's 'smart grid technology.'"
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Merkel Speaks Out against Sarrazin: 'When Turks Have Problems, I Am Their Chancellor, Too' - SPIEGEL ONLINE - News - International
"Merkel Speaks Out against Sarrazin
'When Turks Have Problems, I Am Their Chancellor, Too'
In an interview with a leading Turkish newspaper, German Chancellor Angela Merkel on Friday described anti-immigrant statements made by central bank board member Thilo Sarrazin as 'absurd' and said that 'groups in our society feel injured.' A chorus of politicians in Germany are calling for a national debate on integration."
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'When Turks Have Problems, I Am Their Chancellor, Too'
In an interview with a leading Turkish newspaper, German Chancellor Angela Merkel on Friday described anti-immigrant statements made by central bank board member Thilo Sarrazin as 'absurd' and said that 'groups in our society feel injured.' A chorus of politicians in Germany are calling for a national debate on integration."
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Turk Ekonomi Gets Syndicated Loan of $100 Million, 190 Million Euros - Bloomberg
"Turk Ekonomi Gets Syndicated Loan of $100 Million, 190 Million Euros
By Seda Sezer - Sep 3, 2010 10:57 AM ET
Turk Ekonomi Bankasi AS, the Turkish bank owned by BNP Paribas SA, said it got a syndicated loan in two parts of $100 million and 190 million euros.
The one-year loan was signed today and carries an interest rate of 1.3 percentage points above benchmarks, TEB, as the bank is known, told the Istanbul Stock Exchange today."
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By Seda Sezer - Sep 3, 2010 10:57 AM ET
Turk Ekonomi Bankasi AS, the Turkish bank owned by BNP Paribas SA, said it got a syndicated loan in two parts of $100 million and 190 million euros.
The one-year loan was signed today and carries an interest rate of 1.3 percentage points above benchmarks, TEB, as the bank is known, told the Istanbul Stock Exchange today."
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Istanbul's Pera Palace Hotel restored to former glory | Reuters
"Istanbul's Pera Palace Hotel restored to former glory
By Ayla Jean Yackley
ISTANBUL | Fri Sep 3, 2010 9:31am EDT
ISTANBUL (Reuters Life!) - The Pera Palace, once Istanbul's grandest hotel which hosted Alfred Hitchcock and Winston Churchill before it slumped into disrepair decades ago, re-opened this week after a lavish, 2-1/2 year renovation."
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By Ayla Jean Yackley
ISTANBUL | Fri Sep 3, 2010 9:31am EDT
ISTANBUL (Reuters Life!) - The Pera Palace, once Istanbul's grandest hotel which hosted Alfred Hitchcock and Winston Churchill before it slumped into disrepair decades ago, re-opened this week after a lavish, 2-1/2 year renovation."
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TALKING TURKEY Hiddink ready for next challenge
"TALKING TURKEY
Hiddink ready for next challenge
Gus Hiddink coaches his first two important games with Turkey this weekend.
Photo by Michael Lewis
By Michael Lewis
The man who is considered the best soccer coach in the world did not get an opportunity to coach at the sport's grandest stage this June."
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Hiddink ready for next challenge
Gus Hiddink coaches his first two important games with Turkey this weekend.
Photo by Michael Lewis
By Michael Lewis
The man who is considered the best soccer coach in the world did not get an opportunity to coach at the sport's grandest stage this June."
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Official: Turkey could allow US to withdraw military equipment from Iraq through territory - Winnipeg Free Press
"Official: Turkey could allow US to withdraw military equipment from Iraq through territory
ANKARA, Turkey - The United States is seeking Turkish permission to withdraw noncombat military equipment from Iraq through its territory and Turkey is likely to agree to the request, a Foreign Ministry official said Friday."
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ANKARA, Turkey - The United States is seeking Turkish permission to withdraw noncombat military equipment from Iraq through its territory and Turkey is likely to agree to the request, a Foreign Ministry official said Friday."
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Only stable Bosnia can ensure Balkan peace - Turkey | World | Reuters
"Only stable Bosnia can ensure Balkan peace - Turkey
Thu Sep 2, 2010 4:22pm GMT
By Daria Sito-Sucic
SARAJEVO (Reuters) - Turkey's President Abdullah Gul urged Bosnian leaders on Thursday to speed up their country's efforts to join NATO and the European Union, saying that only a united Bosnia can secure peace and stability in the Balkans."
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Thu Sep 2, 2010 4:22pm GMT
By Daria Sito-Sucic
SARAJEVO (Reuters) - Turkey's President Abdullah Gul urged Bosnian leaders on Thursday to speed up their country's efforts to join NATO and the European Union, saying that only a united Bosnia can secure peace and stability in the Balkans."
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Ukraine's 'Red Foxes' cheerleaders a political and religious flashpoint in Turkey - The Globe and Mail
"Ukraine's 'Red Foxes' cheerleaders a political and religious flashpoint in Turkey
A troupe of midriff-baring dancers offends Muslim sensibilities at the World Basketball Championships
Anita Elash
From Friday's Globe and Mail Published on Thursday, Sep. 02, 2010 7:47PM EDT Last updated on Friday, Sep. 03, 2010 8:00AM EDT
First the Red Foxes dance troupe heated up the World Basketball Championships in Ankara wearing leopard-print hot pants and bras.
Then they covered up with leggings and baggy T-shirts. Finally, during matches played by the host country – Turkey – the dance troupe from Ukraine disappeared altogether."
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A troupe of midriff-baring dancers offends Muslim sensibilities at the World Basketball Championships
Anita Elash
From Friday's Globe and Mail Published on Thursday, Sep. 02, 2010 7:47PM EDT Last updated on Friday, Sep. 03, 2010 8:00AM EDT
First the Red Foxes dance troupe heated up the World Basketball Championships in Ankara wearing leopard-print hot pants and bras.
Then they covered up with leggings and baggy T-shirts. Finally, during matches played by the host country – Turkey – the dance troupe from Ukraine disappeared altogether."
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Turkey sets its terms for 'detente' with Greece
"Turkey sets its terms for 'detente' with Greece
ANKARA — Officials said the Turkish government of Prime Minister Recep Erdogan has offered to reduce defense spending in exchange for a significant improvement in relations with neighboring Greece."
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ANKARA — Officials said the Turkish government of Prime Minister Recep Erdogan has offered to reduce defense spending in exchange for a significant improvement in relations with neighboring Greece."
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Turkey’s Smart New Connection to Europe | Green Prophet
"Turkey’s Smart New Connection to Europe
Tafline Laylin | September 2nd, 2010
GE-ecomagination-brainWhile Turkey’s clean, smart energy solutions and its pending grid connectivity to Europe are praiseworthy, can we cut back demand too?
Critics of GE’s Ecomagination program – which is said to offer cleaner, smarter power solutions – claim that GE is simply airbrushing an unsustainable model, perpetuating the very consumer culture that needs to be curtailed if homo sapiens expect to survive its own damage to this planet. This model has been exported not only to Masdar City, where GE has set up a major hub, but most recently to Turkey. And therefore, by extension, to Europe, since this month Turkey will connect to Europe’s power grid using GE’s smart grid technology."
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Tafline Laylin | September 2nd, 2010
GE-ecomagination-brainWhile Turkey’s clean, smart energy solutions and its pending grid connectivity to Europe are praiseworthy, can we cut back demand too?
Critics of GE’s Ecomagination program – which is said to offer cleaner, smarter power solutions – claim that GE is simply airbrushing an unsustainable model, perpetuating the very consumer culture that needs to be curtailed if homo sapiens expect to survive its own damage to this planet. This model has been exported not only to Masdar City, where GE has set up a major hub, but most recently to Turkey. And therefore, by extension, to Europe, since this month Turkey will connect to Europe’s power grid using GE’s smart grid technology."
More:Turkey’s Smart New Connection to Europe | Green Prophet
EU : Turkey will be connected to European electricity grid using GE technology - Electricity & Automation news
"EU : Turkey will be connected to European electricity grid using GE technology
Published on Electricity & Automation | September 3, 2010, 9:14
GE energy giant says its smart grid technology will allow Turkey to be connected to the European electricity grid this year in September.
After the connection to the smart grid, Turkish company for electricity transmission (TEIAS) will be able to buy and sell energy in the European electricity market, reinforcing energy reliability and availability across Europe, says GE."
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Published on Electricity & Automation | September 3, 2010, 9:14
GE energy giant says its smart grid technology will allow Turkey to be connected to the European electricity grid this year in September.
After the connection to the smart grid, Turkish company for electricity transmission (TEIAS) will be able to buy and sell energy in the European electricity market, reinforcing energy reliability and availability across Europe, says GE."
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Turkish Inflation Rate Rises to 8.3% on Food Prices, Ending 3-Month Drop - Bloomberg
"Turkish Inflation Rate Rises to 8.3% on Food Prices, Ending 3-Month Drop
By Benjamin Harvey and Ali Berat Meric - Sep 3, 2010 3:10 AM ET
Turkey’s inflation rate rose to 8.3 percent in August, reversing a three-month drop as food prices increased.
Inflation accelerated from 7.6 percent the month before, the government statistics office in Ankara said on its website today. It was forecast at 8 percent, according to the median estimate of four economists surveyed by Bloomberg. In the month, prices rose 0.4 percent."
More:Turkish Inflation Rate Rises to 8.3% on Food Prices, Ending 3-Month Drop - Bloomberg
By Benjamin Harvey and Ali Berat Meric - Sep 3, 2010 3:10 AM ET
Turkey’s inflation rate rose to 8.3 percent in August, reversing a three-month drop as food prices increased.
Inflation accelerated from 7.6 percent the month before, the government statistics office in Ankara said on its website today. It was forecast at 8 percent, according to the median estimate of four economists surveyed by Bloomberg. In the month, prices rose 0.4 percent."
More:Turkish Inflation Rate Rises to 8.3% on Food Prices, Ending 3-Month Drop - Bloomberg
News: 5 arguments for investing in post-crash Turkey | Global Property Guide
"5 arguments for investing in post-crash Turkey
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Turkey was popular with holiday home buyers before the crash. And many of those buyers hoped that rental income, capital growth or a combination of the two would also make their holiday homes good investments."
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Turkey was popular with holiday home buyers before the crash. And many of those buyers hoped that rental income, capital growth or a combination of the two would also make their holiday homes good investments."
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Turkey to take any measure to meet targets-finmin | Reuters
"Turkey to take any measure to meet targets-finmin
ANKARA, Sept 3 (Reuters) - Turkey's Finance Minister Mehmet Simsek said on Friday he would take any necessary measures to meet fiscal targets."
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ANKARA, Sept 3 (Reuters) - Turkey's Finance Minister Mehmet Simsek said on Friday he would take any necessary measures to meet fiscal targets."
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Ankara wants stability, lasting peace in Balkans
"Ankara wants stability, lasting peace in Balkans
Gul: Turkey would like entire Balkans region to integrate in Euro-Atlantic structures.
SARAJEVO - Turkey would like entire the Balkans region to integrate in Euro-Atlantic structures to ensure stability and lasting peace of the region, its President Abdullah Gul said Thursday."
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Gul: Turkey would like entire Balkans region to integrate in Euro-Atlantic structures.
SARAJEVO - Turkey would like entire the Balkans region to integrate in Euro-Atlantic structures to ensure stability and lasting peace of the region, its President Abdullah Gul said Thursday."
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In Istanbul, 8,000 Years of History
"In Istanbul, 8,000 Years of History
By SUSANNE FOWLER
From the moment you enter the “Legendary Istanbul” exhibition at the Sakip Sabanci Museum, you are plunged into a dark and moody prehistoric forest, and, sitting on a tree stump, you watch as the Sea of Marmara forms."
MoreZ:In Istanbul, 8,000 Years of History - NYTimes.com
By SUSANNE FOWLER
From the moment you enter the “Legendary Istanbul” exhibition at the Sakip Sabanci Museum, you are plunged into a dark and moody prehistoric forest, and, sitting on a tree stump, you watch as the Sea of Marmara forms."
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Turkey not to open border until Armenia withdraws from Azerbaijani land
"Turkey not to open border until Armenia withdraws from Azerbaijani land
Fri 03 September 2010 | 05:35 GMT Text size:
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Ahmet Davutoglu
Turkish Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoglu has paid a brief visit to the Azerbaijani exclave of Nakhchivan."
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Ahmet Davutoglu
Turkish Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoglu has paid a brief visit to the Azerbaijani exclave of Nakhchivan."
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Few Green Highlights at Istanbul Fashion Week : TreeHugger
"Few Green Highlights at Istanbul Fashion Week
by Jennifer Hattam, Istanbul, Turkey on 09. 3.10
Istanbul was abuzz last week about the latest efforts to position the city as a new fashion capital and help Turkey move from manufacturer of raw materials for clothing to purveyor of style. The third Istanbul Fashion Week drew plenty of press and party-goers and even a few fashion-world celebrities. But was there any green substance amid all the glamour? One local blogger spotted a couple of socially conscious designers worth keeping our eyes on."
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by Jennifer Hattam, Istanbul, Turkey on 09. 3.10
Istanbul was abuzz last week about the latest efforts to position the city as a new fashion capital and help Turkey move from manufacturer of raw materials for clothing to purveyor of style. The third Istanbul Fashion Week drew plenty of press and party-goers and even a few fashion-world celebrities. But was there any green substance amid all the glamour? One local blogger spotted a couple of socially conscious designers worth keeping our eyes on."
More:Few Green Highlights at Istanbul Fashion Week : TreeHugger
Thursday, September 02, 2010
Germany's central bank decides to sack board member | World news | The Guardian
"Germany's central bank decides to sack board member
Bundesbank to ask German president to dismiss Thilo Sarrazin over comments on country's Muslim population"
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Bundesbank to ask German president to dismiss Thilo Sarrazin over comments on country's Muslim population"
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U.S. military chief to pay visit to Turkey - FOCUS Information Agency
"U.S. military chief to pay visit to Turkey
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Ankara. Chairman of the U.S. Joint Chiefs of Staff Mike Mullen will visit Turkey on Friday as the two countries are negotiating on transferring U.S. forces in Iraq via Turkish territory, Xinhua informed.
Mike Mullen will make a courtesy visit on Friday to Turkish Chief of General Staff Isik Kosaner who assumed office on Monday, Deborah Guido, spokeswoman for the U.S. Embassy in Ankara, was quoted by Turkey's Daily News as saying.
Mullen's visit comes after the United States announced the end of combat operations in Iraq."
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Ankara. Chairman of the U.S. Joint Chiefs of Staff Mike Mullen will visit Turkey on Friday as the two countries are negotiating on transferring U.S. forces in Iraq via Turkish territory, Xinhua informed.
Mike Mullen will make a courtesy visit on Friday to Turkish Chief of General Staff Isik Kosaner who assumed office on Monday, Deborah Guido, spokeswoman for the U.S. Embassy in Ankara, was quoted by Turkey's Daily News as saying.
Mullen's visit comes after the United States announced the end of combat operations in Iraq."
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Turkey beats China 87-40 at basketball worlds - USATODAY.com
"Turkey beats China 87-40 at basketball worlds
By Selcan Hacaoglu, Associated Press Writer
ANKARA, Turkey — Oguz Savas scored 20 points as host Turkey trounced China 87-40 on Thursday in its final group game at the world championship.
Turkey, which had already won Group C, had a 20-0 scoring run to lead 39-13 at the break. Omer Asik's slam-dunk gave Turkey a 41-point lead in the final seconds of the third quarter. Semih Erden widened the gap to 47 points with 50 seconds to go at the end of the last quarter."
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By Selcan Hacaoglu, Associated Press Writer
ANKARA, Turkey — Oguz Savas scored 20 points as host Turkey trounced China 87-40 on Thursday in its final group game at the world championship.
Turkey, which had already won Group C, had a 20-0 scoring run to lead 39-13 at the break. Omer Asik's slam-dunk gave Turkey a 41-point lead in the final seconds of the third quarter. Semih Erden widened the gap to 47 points with 50 seconds to go at the end of the last quarter."
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Turkish PM lowers hopes for Diyarbakır speech despite expectations
"Turkish PM lowers hopes for Diyarbakır speech despite expectations
Residents of Diyarbakır will expect concrete measures on the Kurdish issue when Turkey’s prime minister stages a rally Friday in the city ahead of a constitutional reform referendum, an activist has said, even as the government is trying to dampen hopes."
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Residents of Diyarbakır will expect concrete measures on the Kurdish issue when Turkey’s prime minister stages a rally Friday in the city ahead of a constitutional reform referendum, an activist has said, even as the government is trying to dampen hopes."
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Turkey to turn world's oldest palace into open-air museum
"Turkey to turn world's oldest palace into open-air museum
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ANKARA, Sept. 2 (Xinhua) -- An over 5,000-year-old adobe palace found in east Turkey, the world's oldest palace, will become an open-air museum next June, the semi-official Anatolia news agency reported Thursday."
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ANKARA, Sept. 2 (Xinhua) -- An over 5,000-year-old adobe palace found in east Turkey, the world's oldest palace, will become an open-air museum next June, the semi-official Anatolia news agency reported Thursday."
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Istanbul: Press Freedom Alla Turca
"Istanbul: Press Freedom Alla Turca
CLAIRE BERLINSKI
September 2010
Deep ignorance: Most Turks know nothing about what really happened on the 'Mavi Marmara'
In May, a ship full of civilians — but not full of humanitarian aid — sailed from Turkey to join the Free Gaza flotilla. Having warned the Mavi Marmara that it would not be allowed to breach the blockade, Israeli commandos raided the ship. In the clash, nine Turks were killed. I've lived in Istanbul for five years and I've spoken to hundreds of Turks about these events. A Turkish documentary filmmaker and I have filmed some of these conversations. Something will immediately strike the viewer: the Turkish people have no idea what happened. This is because the most basic facts about and surrounding these events have not been reported in Turkey. "
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CLAIRE BERLINSKI
September 2010
Deep ignorance: Most Turks know nothing about what really happened on the 'Mavi Marmara'
In May, a ship full of civilians — but not full of humanitarian aid — sailed from Turkey to join the Free Gaza flotilla. Having warned the Mavi Marmara that it would not be allowed to breach the blockade, Israeli commandos raided the ship. In the clash, nine Turks were killed. I've lived in Istanbul for five years and I've spoken to hundreds of Turks about these events. A Turkish documentary filmmaker and I have filmed some of these conversations. Something will immediately strike the viewer: the Turkish people have no idea what happened. This is because the most basic facts about and surrounding these events have not been reported in Turkey. "
More:Istanbul: Press Freedom Alla Turca | Standpoint
Prof. Oran Filed Lawsuit against Wiretapping of General Staff - Bianet
"Prof. Oran Filed Lawsuit against Wiretapping of General Staff
Prof. Baskın Oran filed a criminal complaint at the Ankara Chief Prosecution related to allegations of illegal wire tapping concerning the Deputy Chief of General Staff. The Presidency of the General Staff meanwhile launched a criminal investigation.
Erol ÖNDEROĞLU - Burçin Belge
Istanbul - BİA News Center
02 September 2010, Thursday
The General Staff Military Prosecution launched a judiciary investigation over allegations related to illegal wiretapping ordered by General Aslan Güner, Deputy Chief of General Staff."
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Prof. Baskın Oran filed a criminal complaint at the Ankara Chief Prosecution related to allegations of illegal wire tapping concerning the Deputy Chief of General Staff. The Presidency of the General Staff meanwhile launched a criminal investigation.
Erol ÖNDEROĞLU - Burçin Belge
Istanbul - BİA News Center
02 September 2010, Thursday
The General Staff Military Prosecution launched a judiciary investigation over allegations related to illegal wiretapping ordered by General Aslan Güner, Deputy Chief of General Staff."
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Rehabilitation of flood-hit people
"Rehabilitation of flood-hit people
$991.80 million commitments received so far
By Sajid Chaudhry
ISLAMABAD: So far till September 1, 2010, Pakistan has received commitments to the tune of $991.80 million as economic assistance from the bilateral and multilateral donors for the flood-affected people. Implementing agencies like United Nations and international non-governmental organisations (INGO’s) would utilise $679.84 million and the government of Pakistan $281.13 million assistance, which will be received from donors."
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$991.80 million commitments received so far
By Sajid Chaudhry
ISLAMABAD: So far till September 1, 2010, Pakistan has received commitments to the tune of $991.80 million as economic assistance from the bilateral and multilateral donors for the flood-affected people. Implementing agencies like United Nations and international non-governmental organisations (INGO’s) would utilise $679.84 million and the government of Pakistan $281.13 million assistance, which will be received from donors."
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'Israel uses wiretapping equipment it sold to Turkey on Turkish citizens'
"'Israel uses wiretapping equipment it sold to Turkey on Turkish citizens'
Turkish newspaper: IDF using equipment sold to Turkey in 2007 to listen in on Turkish citizens, including political activists, members of opposition parties and academics."
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Turkish newspaper: IDF using equipment sold to Turkey in 2007 to listen in on Turkish citizens, including political activists, members of opposition parties and academics."
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Wednesday, September 01, 2010
PC's Solar Photovoltaics Blog: Turkey to connect with European grid, expanding energy and economic opportunities
"Turkey to connect with European grid, expanding energy and economic opportunities
ATLANTA, USA: Turkey will connect to the European electrical grid this September using GE's smart grid technology. The connection will allow for expanded energy and economic opportunities.
The Turkish Electricity Transmission Company (TEIAS) will now be able to buy and sell power in the European electricity market and the connection will strengthen the reliability and availability of energy throughout all of Europe."
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ATLANTA, USA: Turkey will connect to the European electrical grid this September using GE's smart grid technology. The connection will allow for expanded energy and economic opportunities.
The Turkish Electricity Transmission Company (TEIAS) will now be able to buy and sell power in the European electricity market and the connection will strengthen the reliability and availability of energy throughout all of Europe."
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Turkey says against unilateral moves in peace talks
"Turkey says against unilateral moves in peace talks
Ankara: support of international community, regional countries 'compulsory' in peace process.
ANKARA - Turkey urged Israel and the Palestinians Wednesday against unilateral moves that might damage peace efforts as the two sides prepared to re-launch direct talks."
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Ankara: support of international community, regional countries 'compulsory' in peace process.
ANKARA - Turkey urged Israel and the Palestinians Wednesday against unilateral moves that might damage peace efforts as the two sides prepared to re-launch direct talks."
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US congressmen: Turkey’s new stance on Israel welcome
"US congressmen: Turkey’s new stance on Israel welcome
By HILARY LEILA KRIEGER
08/31/2010 02:29
Jewish leaders say words need to be backed up with action, more changes needed.
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WASHINGTON – Following the visit of a Turkish delegation to Washington, members of the US Congress and Jewish community are noting a change in Turkey’s rhetoric, but stress that words have to be backed up with actions."
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By HILARY LEILA KRIEGER
08/31/2010 02:29
Jewish leaders say words need to be backed up with action, more changes needed.
Talkbacks (18)
WASHINGTON – Following the visit of a Turkish delegation to Washington, members of the US Congress and Jewish community are noting a change in Turkey’s rhetoric, but stress that words have to be backed up with actions."
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Iraq War ends for a second time; Good for Turkey
"Iraq War ends for a second time; Good for Turkey…
CENGİZ ÇANDAR
U.S. President Barack Obama has announced that the Iraq War is “over.” Since the last U.S. combat units are supposed to leave Iraq at the end of August, Obama met his promise to the American people and declared the “end” of war.
This Iraq War had been ended before, again by the statement of an American president. Obama’s predecessor, George W. Bush, who is the one behind the battle, said in a speech from the flight deck of the USS Abraham Lincoln warship in the Pacific Ocean on May 1, 2003, that “major combat operations” had ended, declaring the liberation of Iraq in the aftermath of the collapse of the dictatorial regime in the country."
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CENGİZ ÇANDAR
U.S. President Barack Obama has announced that the Iraq War is “over.” Since the last U.S. combat units are supposed to leave Iraq at the end of August, Obama met his promise to the American people and declared the “end” of war.
This Iraq War had been ended before, again by the statement of an American president. Obama’s predecessor, George W. Bush, who is the one behind the battle, said in a speech from the flight deck of the USS Abraham Lincoln warship in the Pacific Ocean on May 1, 2003, that “major combat operations” had ended, declaring the liberation of Iraq in the aftermath of the collapse of the dictatorial regime in the country."
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Dutch news - Turks Identify Least with the Netherlands
"Turks Identify Least with the Netherlands
THE HAGUE, 02/09/10 - Only 40 percent of Dutch people with a Turkish background actually feel Dutch, the Central Bureau for Statistics (CBS) reported yesterday."
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THE HAGUE, 02/09/10 - Only 40 percent of Dutch people with a Turkish background actually feel Dutch, the Central Bureau for Statistics (CBS) reported yesterday."
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When Turkey Plays at World Championships, Dancers Are Absent - NYTimes.com
"Scantily Clad Dancers Are Nowhere to Be Found When Turkey Plays
Mark Blinch/Reuters
A Ukrainian dance team performed when Ivory Coast played Greece, but dancers have not been present at three world championship games involving Turkey.
By PETE THAMEL
ANKARA, Turkey — A team that takes the court during timeouts is the one that is stirring up the most controversy at the basketball world championships."
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Mark Blinch/Reuters
A Ukrainian dance team performed when Ivory Coast played Greece, but dancers have not been present at three world championship games involving Turkey.
By PETE THAMEL
ANKARA, Turkey — A team that takes the court during timeouts is the one that is stirring up the most controversy at the basketball world championships."
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The Canadian Press: Turkoglu scores 16 to lead Turkey past Puerto Rico at basketball worlds
"Turkoglu scores 16 to lead Turkey past Puerto Rico at basketball worlds
By Selcan Hacaoglu (CP) – 5 hours ago
ANKARA, Turkey — Host Turkey maintained its perfect record at the basketball world championship by narrowly beating Puerto Rico 79-77 Wednesday, despite trailing its rival in the first three quarters.
Former Raptor Hedo Turkoglu, now with the Phoenix Suns, led Turkey (4-0) with 16 points and Ersan Ilyasova of the Milwaukee Bucks had double-double with 13 points and 13 rebounds as the host team pulled away in the last quarter."
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By Selcan Hacaoglu (CP) – 5 hours ago
ANKARA, Turkey — Host Turkey maintained its perfect record at the basketball world championship by narrowly beating Puerto Rico 79-77 Wednesday, despite trailing its rival in the first three quarters.
Former Raptor Hedo Turkoglu, now with the Phoenix Suns, led Turkey (4-0) with 16 points and Ersan Ilyasova of the Milwaukee Bucks had double-double with 13 points and 13 rebounds as the host team pulled away in the last quarter."
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US tells Turkey military exercise off if Israel not in - Israel News, Ynetnews
"US tells Turkey military exercise off if Israel not in
Turkish newspaper Hurriyet says Americans will not participate in joint military exercise slated for next month should Israel be barred from traditional drill"
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Turkish newspaper Hurriyet says Americans will not participate in joint military exercise slated for next month should Israel be barred from traditional drill"
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Analysis: Turkey to make up for falling Europe coal use | Reuters
"Analysis: Turkey to make up for falling Europe coal use
By Vera Eckert and Jackie Cowhig
FRANKFURT/LONDON | Wed Sep 1, 2010 10:19am EDT
FRANKFURT/LONDON (Reuters) - The future for European coal generation looks gloomy with the odds stacked against new coal plants but if Turkey is included in the European zone a very different picture emerges, analysts say."
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By Vera Eckert and Jackie Cowhig
FRANKFURT/LONDON | Wed Sep 1, 2010 10:19am EDT
FRANKFURT/LONDON (Reuters) - The future for European coal generation looks gloomy with the odds stacked against new coal plants but if Turkey is included in the European zone a very different picture emerges, analysts say."
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Turkey-Greece Game Not Just a Game -- NBA FanHouse
"Turkey-Greece Game Not Just a Game
ANKARA, Turkey -- Greece vs. Turkey historically has made North Carolina-Duke look like a friendly game of backgammon. But when a group of 50 visiting Greek fans were allowed to hang one banner in hostile territory Tuesday at Ankara Arena, a message of peace was chosen."
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ANKARA, Turkey -- Greece vs. Turkey historically has made North Carolina-Duke look like a friendly game of backgammon. But when a group of 50 visiting Greek fans were allowed to hang one banner in hostile territory Tuesday at Ankara Arena, a message of peace was chosen."
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Turkey Oil and Gas Market Summary
"Turkey Oil and Gas Market Summary
// 01.09.2010
London – According to the research report “Turkey Oil & Gas Report Q3 2010” by Business Monitor International the role of Turkey in the world’s energy markets is more one of a middleman than that of a producer or major consumer. The country has only modest oil and gas reserves of around 265mn bbl and 6bcm respectively in 2009 (Oil & Gas Journal), in spite of determined exploration efforts by domestic and foreign companies. Oil and liquids production in 2009, averaging an estimated 45,000b/d, is dwarfed by estimated consumption of around 669,000b/d."
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// 01.09.2010
London – According to the research report “Turkey Oil & Gas Report Q3 2010” by Business Monitor International the role of Turkey in the world’s energy markets is more one of a middleman than that of a producer or major consumer. The country has only modest oil and gas reserves of around 265mn bbl and 6bcm respectively in 2009 (Oil & Gas Journal), in spite of determined exploration efforts by domestic and foreign companies. Oil and liquids production in 2009, averaging an estimated 45,000b/d, is dwarfed by estimated consumption of around 669,000b/d."
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Turkish Government Pushes Constitutional Reforms : NPR
"Turkish Government Pushes Constitutional Reforms
by Peter Kenyon
August 31, 2010
Listen to the Story
It's campaign season in Turkey, as the government pushes for public approval next month of a package of long-promised constitutional reforms. Democracy advocates say it's a positive step, though it represents only a fraction of what's needed. Some critics have focused on the government's failure to address the needs of the Kurdish minority, while others say the ruling AK Party hopes to ride a successful vote to another victory in elections expected next year."
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by Peter Kenyon
August 31, 2010
Listen to the Story
It's campaign season in Turkey, as the government pushes for public approval next month of a package of long-promised constitutional reforms. Democracy advocates say it's a positive step, though it represents only a fraction of what's needed. Some critics have focused on the government's failure to address the needs of the Kurdish minority, while others say the ruling AK Party hopes to ride a successful vote to another victory in elections expected next year."
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Arthur Manukyan Turkish citizen
"Arthur Manukyan Turkish citizen
September 01, 2010 | 11:14
Two Armenians were given Turkey’s citizenship under instruction of country’s Premier Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
On August 31, Arthur Manukyan (22) and his mother Hasmik Manukyan (45) who has been illegally residing in Turkey for 5 years were granted citizenship, Hurriyet reported."
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September 01, 2010 | 11:14
Two Armenians were given Turkey’s citizenship under instruction of country’s Premier Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
On August 31, Arthur Manukyan (22) and his mother Hasmik Manukyan (45) who has been illegally residing in Turkey for 5 years were granted citizenship, Hurriyet reported."
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European antipathy - A rising Turkey without EU? | World Politics
"European antipathy - A rising Turkey without EU?
By Fadi Hakura
Wednesday, 01 September 2010 00:28
Greater democracy - A rising Turkey without Europe?
In the midst of European antipathy regarding Turkish accession to the EU, Turkey is attempting to chart an alternative path to secular democracy and economic prosperity. Yet Turkey should go one step further and question the unbridled axiom that, without Europe, it is destined to the scrapheap of Muslim radicalisation or unrepentant nationalism."
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By Fadi Hakura
Wednesday, 01 September 2010 00:28
Greater democracy - A rising Turkey without Europe?
In the midst of European antipathy regarding Turkish accession to the EU, Turkey is attempting to chart an alternative path to secular democracy and economic prosperity. Yet Turkey should go one step further and question the unbridled axiom that, without Europe, it is destined to the scrapheap of Muslim radicalisation or unrepentant nationalism."
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'Ankara to support resolution on Karabakh in UN Security Council'
"'Ankara to support resolution on Karabakh in UN Security Council'
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Mustafa Kabakci
'Turkey views the Karabakh conflict as its own problem and it will also be next to Azerbaijan in all these issues'."
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Mustafa Kabakci
'Turkey views the Karabakh conflict as its own problem and it will also be next to Azerbaijan in all these issues'."
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Denmark plans terrorism charge against Kurdish TV | Reuters
"Denmark plans terrorism charge against Kurdish TV
COPENHAGEN | Wed Sep 1, 2010 12:07am IST
COPENHAGEN (Reuters) - The Danish government said on Tuesday it backed the filing of terrorism-related charges against two Denmark-based companies behind a Kurdish television station that prosecutors accuse of promoting the PKK militant group."
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COPENHAGEN | Wed Sep 1, 2010 12:07am IST
COPENHAGEN (Reuters) - The Danish government said on Tuesday it backed the filing of terrorism-related charges against two Denmark-based companies behind a Kurdish television station that prosecutors accuse of promoting the PKK militant group."
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Turkey 76, Greece 65 - Home Crowd Helps Boost Turkey Against a Rival - NYTimes.com
"On the Court, Amid a Din, Similar Cultures Clash Yet Again
By PETE THAMEL
Published: August 31, 2010
ANKARA, Turkey — The shrill whistles, the deafening din of Thundersticks and singsong chants began a half-hour before Greece played Turkey at the world championships. Centuries of tension between these ancient rivals reverberated during each possession."
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By PETE THAMEL
Published: August 31, 2010
ANKARA, Turkey — The shrill whistles, the deafening din of Thundersticks and singsong chants began a half-hour before Greece played Turkey at the world championships. Centuries of tension between these ancient rivals reverberated during each possession."
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Turkey’s Silent Crisis - By Henri J. Barkey | Foreign Policy
"Turkey’s Silent Crisis
Tensions between the government and the country’s Kurdish minority are threatening to explode like never before. And the collateral damage may include the Obama administration’s foreign policy. "
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Tensions between the government and the country’s Kurdish minority are threatening to explode like never before. And the collateral damage may include the Obama administration’s foreign policy. "
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Zvi Bar'el / Despite views on Israel and Iran, Turkey trying to prove it's still a friend to U.S.
"Zvi Bar'el / Despite views on Israel and Iran, Turkey trying to prove it's still a friend to U.S.
Ankara apparently fretting over delayed U.S. arms deal that is having an effect on the Turkish army's efforts against Kurdish separatists in the country's southeast."
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Ankara apparently fretting over delayed U.S. arms deal that is having an effect on the Turkish army's efforts against Kurdish separatists in the country's southeast."
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Turkey beats Greece 76-65 at basketball worlds - GreenwichTime
"Turkey beats Greece 76-65 at basketball worlds
SELCAN HACAOGLU, Associated Press Writer
Published: 04:22 p.m., Tuesday, August 31, 2010
ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — Ersan Ilyasova scored 26 points to help Turkey clinch a 76-65 win over Greece on Tuesday at the basketball world championship, essentially securing to place in the second round."
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SELCAN HACAOGLU, Associated Press Writer
Published: 04:22 p.m., Tuesday, August 31, 2010
ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — Ersan Ilyasova scored 26 points to help Turkey clinch a 76-65 win over Greece on Tuesday at the basketball world championship, essentially securing to place in the second round."
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Turkey welcomes Peace Day 20 days early
"Turkey welcomes Peace Day 20 days early
Sept. 21 marks the United Nations’ “International Peace Day” – unless one happens to be a citizen of Turkey or northern Cyprus, which will be issuing the special call for peace at home and the world on Wednesday, Sept. 1 instead."
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Sept. 21 marks the United Nations’ “International Peace Day” – unless one happens to be a citizen of Turkey or northern Cyprus, which will be issuing the special call for peace at home and the world on Wednesday, Sept. 1 instead."
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Galatasaray Sign Wolfsburg Playmaker Zvjezdan Misimovic On Four-Year Deal | Sports | Peacefmonline.com
"Galatasaray Sign Wolfsburg Playmaker Zvjezdan Misimovic On Four-Year Deal
Bosnian playmaker Zvjezdan Misimovic has joined Galatasaray from Bundesliga side Wolfsburg on a four-year contract for an undisclosed fee, the Turkish giants confirmed."
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Bosnian playmaker Zvjezdan Misimovic has joined Galatasaray from Bundesliga side Wolfsburg on a four-year contract for an undisclosed fee, the Turkish giants confirmed."
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Turkish FM Davutoglu: No unilateral moves towards Greece | Keep Talking Greece
"Turkish FM Davutoglu: No unilateral moves towards Greece
Posted by keeptalkinggreece in Turkey-GR
Turkish press recent reports about Ankara’s removing Greece from its “threat list” and lifting the casus belli were a surprise to those, who know how Turkish diplomacy functions. First, Ankara’s diplomacy is determinately based on reciprocity and secondly it does not change without a green light from the army. Consensus is a must. OK, the generals may have more “votes” than the diplomats… Anyway these “radical changes” in Turkey’s National Security Document, as leaked to the press, were simply too good – or maybe: too questionable? – to be true."
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Posted by keeptalkinggreece in Turkey-GR
Turkish press recent reports about Ankara’s removing Greece from its “threat list” and lifting the casus belli were a surprise to those, who know how Turkish diplomacy functions. First, Ankara’s diplomacy is determinately based on reciprocity and secondly it does not change without a green light from the army. Consensus is a must. OK, the generals may have more “votes” than the diplomats… Anyway these “radical changes” in Turkey’s National Security Document, as leaked to the press, were simply too good – or maybe: too questionable? – to be true."
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Turkey – Part of Europe or Part of the Middle East?
"Turkey – Part of Europe or Part of the Middle East?
by stuart on August 31, 2010
The debate about whether Turkey should join the European Union has raged ever since the idea was first raised in 1963, along with a dozen sub arguments about if they join, when they join, on what terms and so on. Turkey’s membership is both an enormous opportunity for Europe and an enormous risk, and the European Union being as it is such a fragmented coalition of states and cultures cannot even get close to a common position."
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by stuart on August 31, 2010
The debate about whether Turkey should join the European Union has raged ever since the idea was first raised in 1963, along with a dozen sub arguments about if they join, when they join, on what terms and so on. Turkey’s membership is both an enormous opportunity for Europe and an enormous risk, and the European Union being as it is such a fragmented coalition of states and cultures cannot even get close to a common position."
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Four children found dead inside freezer | Herald Sun
"FOUR children have been found dead in an industrial freezer in small town in central Turkey.
The four siblings, whose ages ranged from four to 11, are believed to have accidentally locked themselves in the freezer on Monday while playing, according to the Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review."
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The four siblings, whose ages ranged from four to 11, are believed to have accidentally locked themselves in the freezer on Monday while playing, according to the Hurriyet Daily News and Economic Review."
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Corio's Turkish Strategy Stumbles on Cultural Hurdles - WSJ.com
"Corio's Turkish Expansion Strategy Stumbles
Dutch Shopping-Center Landlord Bumps Up Against Cultural Hurdles Outside the Big Cities; Men as Primary Purchasers
By MAURA WEBBER SADOVI
When Corio NV, one of Europe's largest shopping-center landlords, entered Turkey in 2005, the Dutch company hoped to make that country a showcase for its strategy to expand in emerging markets."
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Dutch Shopping-Center Landlord Bumps Up Against Cultural Hurdles Outside the Big Cities; Men as Primary Purchasers
By MAURA WEBBER SADOVI
When Corio NV, one of Europe's largest shopping-center landlords, entered Turkey in 2005, the Dutch company hoped to make that country a showcase for its strategy to expand in emerging markets."
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