Turkish-Russian missile deal puts NATO on edge
Ankara has inked a defense deal with Moscow that could further derail ties with its NATO allies. How will they react? And could the deal still be reversed? Teri Schultz reports from Brussels.
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Wednesday, February 14, 2018
Explaining Erdogan’s persistent popularity | Global Risk Insights
Explaining Erdogan’s persistent popularity
Explaining Erdogan’s persistent popularity
by Leo Kabouche , February 14, 2018
Since the failed coup in 2016, Erdogan has tightened his hold on all aspects of political, social and legal institutions and life in Turkey. While concerns over the president’s authoritarian tendencies has been steadily growing among the North Atlantic Alliance (NATO) and the European Union (UE), Erdogan is still very popular in Turkey. The president’s nationalism and pugnacity are seen as a source of stability by a significant segment of the population. Despite numerous allegations of irregularities during the vote, the narrow victory of the yes’ camp in the April 2017 constitutional referendum, which paved the way for the implementation of a presidential system of government after the 2019 elections, seems to have shored up the president’s popularity ratings.
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Explaining Erdogan’s persistent popularity
by Leo Kabouche , February 14, 2018
Since the failed coup in 2016, Erdogan has tightened his hold on all aspects of political, social and legal institutions and life in Turkey. While concerns over the president’s authoritarian tendencies has been steadily growing among the North Atlantic Alliance (NATO) and the European Union (UE), Erdogan is still very popular in Turkey. The president’s nationalism and pugnacity are seen as a source of stability by a significant segment of the population. Despite numerous allegations of irregularities during the vote, the narrow victory of the yes’ camp in the April 2017 constitutional referendum, which paved the way for the implementation of a presidential system of government after the 2019 elections, seems to have shored up the president’s popularity ratings.
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How New Is Turkey's 'New Nationalism'? - Center for American Progress
How New Is Turkey’s ‘New Nationalism’?
By Howard Eissenstat Posted on February 14, 2018, 9:04 am
For both Turkey’s allies in the West and the beleaguered domestic opposition to President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s autocratic rule, there is a powerful sense that Turkey has gone off the rails—that the old certainties of Turkish identity are fundamentally changing. If traditional Turkish foreign and domestic policies were notable for their aversion to risk, Erdoğan seems determined to remake Turkey and its place in the world. In many ways, Islam has been central to this effort.
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By Howard Eissenstat Posted on February 14, 2018, 9:04 am
For both Turkey’s allies in the West and the beleaguered domestic opposition to President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s autocratic rule, there is a powerful sense that Turkey has gone off the rails—that the old certainties of Turkish identity are fundamentally changing. If traditional Turkish foreign and domestic policies were notable for their aversion to risk, Erdoğan seems determined to remake Turkey and its place in the world. In many ways, Islam has been central to this effort.
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The Turkish media’s Afrin test
The Turkish media’s Afrin test
REUTERS/Khalil AshawiTurkish-backed Free Syrian Army fighters walk as the sun sets in the eastern Afrin countryside, Syria, Feb. 6, 2018. DIYARBAKIR, Turkey — “Ground zero at the border” was a term the Turkish media used frequently in the 1990s when Turkey carried out cross-border military operations into northern Iraq to pursue militants of the Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK). Journalists covering the operations would say they were reporting from “ground zero at the border” to emphasize that they were at the Turkish-Iraqi frontier. Yet, at times, some of those who made that claim would in reality be kilometers away from the border.
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REUTERS/Khalil AshawiTurkish-backed Free Syrian Army fighters walk as the sun sets in the eastern Afrin countryside, Syria, Feb. 6, 2018. DIYARBAKIR, Turkey — “Ground zero at the border” was a term the Turkish media used frequently in the 1990s when Turkey carried out cross-border military operations into northern Iraq to pursue militants of the Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK). Journalists covering the operations would say they were reporting from “ground zero at the border” to emphasize that they were at the Turkish-Iraqi frontier. Yet, at times, some of those who made that claim would in reality be kilometers away from the border.
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Investors Think Erdogan Could Call an Early Vote Because His War Is Popular - Bloomberg
Investors Think Erdogan Could Call an Early Vote Because His War Is Popular
By Selcan Hacaoglu and Constantine Courcoulas
February 13, 2018, 9:00 PM EST Updated on February 14, 2018, 5:05 AM EST
Recep Tayyip Erdogan is riding a wave of domestic support for his army’s incursion into Syria, leading investors to fret that the Turkish president will seek to capitalize by calling an early election.
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By Selcan Hacaoglu and Constantine Courcoulas
February 13, 2018, 9:00 PM EST Updated on February 14, 2018, 5:05 AM EST
Recep Tayyip Erdogan is riding a wave of domestic support for his army’s incursion into Syria, leading investors to fret that the Turkish president will seek to capitalize by calling an early election.
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Tuesday, February 13, 2018
Erdogan says U.S. funding of Syrian YPG militia to impact Turkey's decisions
Erdogan says U.S. funding of Syrian YPG militia to impact Turkey's decisions
Ercan Gurses, Daren Butler
ANKARA/ISTANBUL (Reuters) - A decision by the United States to continue to fund the Syrian Kurdish YPG militia will affect Turkey’s future moves, President Tayyip Erdogan said on Tuesday, ahead of a visit this week by Secretary of State Rex Tillerson.
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Ercan Gurses, Daren Butler
ANKARA/ISTANBUL (Reuters) - A decision by the United States to continue to fund the Syrian Kurdish YPG militia will affect Turkey’s future moves, President Tayyip Erdogan said on Tuesday, ahead of a visit this week by Secretary of State Rex Tillerson.
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Turkey launches investigation into new pro-Kurdish leader | Euronews
Turkey launches investigation into new pro-Kurdish leader
ANKARA (Reuters) – A Turkish prosecutor launched a terrorism investigation into the new co-leader of the pro-Kurdish opposition on Monday, a day after she was elected, accusing her of speaking against Turkey’s offensive in Syria.
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ANKARA (Reuters) – A Turkish prosecutor launched a terrorism investigation into the new co-leader of the pro-Kurdish opposition on Monday, a day after she was elected, accusing her of speaking against Turkey’s offensive in Syria.
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Turkish Airlines' Climb Turns Some Money Managers Into Cynics - Bloomberg
Turkish Airlines' Climb Turns Some Money Managers Into Cynics
By Tugce Ozsoy and Taylan Bilgic
February 13, 2018, 4:51 AM EST
The share price more than tripled over the past 12 months
Valuations are not ‘screamingly cheap,’ Investec’s Rimmer says
Among Turkish blue chips, there’s no stock that’s had a better 12 months than Turkish Airlines. Now the surge is making some money managers nervous, even if they can find reasons to justify the move.
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By Tugce Ozsoy and Taylan Bilgic
February 13, 2018, 4:51 AM EST
The share price more than tripled over the past 12 months
Valuations are not ‘screamingly cheap,’ Investec’s Rimmer says
Among Turkish blue chips, there’s no stock that’s had a better 12 months than Turkish Airlines. Now the surge is making some money managers nervous, even if they can find reasons to justify the move.
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Today at Commission: Future of the EU and Turkey rhetoric – POLITICO
Today at Commission: Future of the EU and Turkey rhetoric
Turkey needs to ‘avoid negative statements’ ahead of summit in Bulgaria.
By HARRY COOPER 2/13/18, 1:17 PM CET
On the agenda: Later this month, EU heads of state and government will meet to discuss overhauling the EU’s institutions to make them more democratic ahead of the 2019 European election, as well as to discuss the bloc’s next seven-year budget cycle. The Commission will on Wednesday publish its own proposals on institutional reform and budget priorities to contribute to this discussion, with President Jean-Claude Juncker scheduled to speak to journalists at midday. Commissioners will also meet Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenković.
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Turkey needs to ‘avoid negative statements’ ahead of summit in Bulgaria.
By HARRY COOPER 2/13/18, 1:17 PM CET
On the agenda: Later this month, EU heads of state and government will meet to discuss overhauling the EU’s institutions to make them more democratic ahead of the 2019 European election, as well as to discuss the bloc’s next seven-year budget cycle. The Commission will on Wednesday publish its own proposals on institutional reform and budget priorities to contribute to this discussion, with President Jean-Claude Juncker scheduled to speak to journalists at midday. Commissioners will also meet Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenković.
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Erdogan warns Greece, Cyprus over gas search, Aegean islets | AP International | The News
Erdogan warns Greece, Cyprus over gas search, Aegean islets
ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has issued a warning to Greece, Cyprus and international companies exploring for gas in the Mediterranean not to "step out of line" and encroach on Turkey's rights.
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ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has issued a warning to Greece, Cyprus and international companies exploring for gas in the Mediterranean not to "step out of line" and encroach on Turkey's rights.
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Instead of Turning East, Turkey is Going It Alone
INSTEAD OF TURNING EAST, TURKEY IS GOING IT ALONE
NICK DANFORTH FEBRUARY 13, 2018
Since Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s Justice and Development Party (AKP) came to power in late 2002, there’s been talk about the West “losing Turkey.” Now, amidst mutual recrimination and the frightening possibility of direct U.S.-Turkish military confrontation in northern Syria, Washington’s worst fears about Turkish foreign policy seem dangerously close to being realized.
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NICK DANFORTH FEBRUARY 13, 2018
Since Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s Justice and Development Party (AKP) came to power in late 2002, there’s been talk about the West “losing Turkey.” Now, amidst mutual recrimination and the frightening possibility of direct U.S.-Turkish military confrontation in northern Syria, Washington’s worst fears about Turkish foreign policy seem dangerously close to being realized.
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Monday, February 12, 2018
How Europe Lost Turkey - WSJ
How Europe Lost Turkey
The EU thought Erdogan would preserve and enhance democracy. By Soner Cagaptay Feb. 12, 2018 7:04 p.m. ET
A clumsy European Union has repeatedly gotten its policy toward Turkey wrong, often inadvertently helping President Recep Tayyip Erdogan at key points during his rise. Mr. Erdogan may now be eyeing snap elections, putting Europe in a bind. Brussels would be forced to look the other way as the new sultan bulldozes his way to victory in the polls.
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The EU thought Erdogan would preserve and enhance democracy. By Soner Cagaptay Feb. 12, 2018 7:04 p.m. ET
A clumsy European Union has repeatedly gotten its policy toward Turkey wrong, often inadvertently helping President Recep Tayyip Erdogan at key points during his rise. Mr. Erdogan may now be eyeing snap elections, putting Europe in a bind. Brussels would be forced to look the other way as the new sultan bulldozes his way to victory in the polls.
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Turks united in nationalism, divided on Erdoğan | Ahval
Turks united in nationalism, divided on Erdoğan
A far-reaching new study by the Washington DC think tank Center for American Progress has charted the views of citizens across Turkey on their government and national identity, finding that, while opinion was predictably split on Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s government, a significant majority of the country shares similar ideas on Turkish nationhood.
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A far-reaching new study by the Washington DC think tank Center for American Progress has charted the views of citizens across Turkey on their government and national identity, finding that, while opinion was predictably split on Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s government, a significant majority of the country shares similar ideas on Turkish nationhood.
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Time for Turkey and Nato to part ways? | GulfNews.com
Time for Turkey and Nato to part ways?
Erdogan would likely seek shelter in Putin’s embrace and could potentially team up with Russia’s ally Iran
By Linda S. Heard, Special to Gulf News
Turkey became a member of Nato in 1951 and was a useful and reliable partner until recent years when in many instances it has gone rogue pursuing hostile military policies out of sync with Nato’s and hurling abuse at its fellow Nato members including the United States and Germany.
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Erdogan would likely seek shelter in Putin’s embrace and could potentially team up with Russia’s ally Iran
By Linda S. Heard, Special to Gulf News
Turkey became a member of Nato in 1951 and was a useful and reliable partner until recent years when in many instances it has gone rogue pursuing hostile military policies out of sync with Nato’s and hurling abuse at its fellow Nato members including the United States and Germany.
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EU warns Turkey over 'threat' to Cyprus
EU warns Turkey over 'threat' to Cyprus
By ERIC MAURICE
BRUSSELS, TODAY, 16:55
The EU warned Turkey on Monday (12 February) to refrain from any "threat" against Cyprus, after a Turkish vessel prevented an Italian ship from reaching a drilling zone for gas off the Cypriot coast.
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By ERIC MAURICE
BRUSSELS, TODAY, 16:55
The EU warned Turkey on Monday (12 February) to refrain from any "threat" against Cyprus, after a Turkish vessel prevented an Italian ship from reaching a drilling zone for gas off the Cypriot coast.
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Turkey's new nationalism paints West as oppressor
Turkey's new nationalism paints West as oppressor
Amberin Zaman February 12, 2018
ARTICLE SUMMARY
A new report by an American think tank suggests that the nationalism sweeping Turkey is an old and successful tactic of promoting a siege mentality that translates to tight control and votes for authoritarian leaders.
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Amberin Zaman February 12, 2018
ARTICLE SUMMARY
A new report by an American think tank suggests that the nationalism sweeping Turkey is an old and successful tactic of promoting a siege mentality that translates to tight control and votes for authoritarian leaders.
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Turkish FM signals citizenship to be granted to all Ottoman dynasty members
Turkish FM signals citizenship to be granted to all Ottoman dynasty members
ISTANBUL
Foreign Minister Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu signaled on Feb. 11 that Turkish citizenship will be provided to all overseas members of the Ottoman dynasty at a meeting in Istanbul, one day after events held to mark the centenary of the death of Ottoman Sultan Abdulhamid II.
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ISTANBUL
Foreign Minister Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu signaled on Feb. 11 that Turkish citizenship will be provided to all overseas members of the Ottoman dynasty at a meeting in Istanbul, one day after events held to mark the centenary of the death of Ottoman Sultan Abdulhamid II.
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Turkey warns U.S. to make or break strained ties
TURKEY WARNS U.S. TO MAKE OR BREAK STRAINED TIES
ISTANBUL - Turkey on Monday warned the United States it was time to either make or break ties between the NATO allies that have strained badly over the Turkish operation in Syria, days ahead of key talks with Washington's top diplomat.
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ISTANBUL - Turkey on Monday warned the United States it was time to either make or break ties between the NATO allies that have strained badly over the Turkish operation in Syria, days ahead of key talks with Washington's top diplomat.
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Sunday, February 11, 2018
Erdogan's war on education: The exodus of Turkey's teachers
Erdogan's war on education: The exodus of Turkey's teachers
Turkish President Erdogan's crackdown on dissent after coup attempt has led to an exodus of intellectuals. Followers of Turkish preacher Fetullah Gülen and the Hizmet movement were the first to be targeted. IBTimes UK travelled to Greece to meet the Turks who have been forced to flee to save themselves and their children.
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Turkish President Erdogan's crackdown on dissent after coup attempt has led to an exodus of intellectuals. Followers of Turkish preacher Fetullah Gülen and the Hizmet movement were the first to be targeted. IBTimes UK travelled to Greece to meet the Turks who have been forced to flee to save themselves and their children.
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Turkish university withdraws decision to suspend doctors critical of Afrin op
Turkish university withdraws decision to suspend doctors critical of Afrin
op Gülseven ÖZKAN - ISTANBUL Istanbul University has withdrawn its decision to suspend Turkish Medical Association (TTB) head Prof. Dr. Raşit Tükel and another top member, who were detained after denouncing Ankara’s ongoing military operation in Afrin and then released on Feb. 5.
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op Gülseven ÖZKAN - ISTANBUL Istanbul University has withdrawn its decision to suspend Turkish Medical Association (TTB) head Prof. Dr. Raşit Tükel and another top member, who were detained after denouncing Ankara’s ongoing military operation in Afrin and then released on Feb. 5.
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Guns that went missing during July 2016 coup attempt in Turkey being sought: Minister
Guns that went missing during July 2016 coup attempt in Turkey being sought: Minister
Rifat BAŞARAN - ANKARA
Some weapons belonging to the Turkish Armed Forces (TSK) went missing during the July 2016 coup attempt in Turkey and are now being searched for, Turkish Defense Minister Nurettin Canikli has said.
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Rifat BAŞARAN - ANKARA
Some weapons belonging to the Turkish Armed Forces (TSK) went missing during the July 2016 coup attempt in Turkey and are now being searched for, Turkish Defense Minister Nurettin Canikli has said.
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Friend or foe? Bashar al-Assad quietly aids Syrian Kurds against Turkey - The Economic Times
Friend or foe? Bashar al-Assad quietly aids Syrian Kurds against Turkey
Reuters|Feb 11, 2018, 01.03 PM IST
ALEPPO: Syria's US-backed Kurds are getting indirect help from an unlikely source in their war against Turkey in the northwestern region of Afrin: President Bashar al-Assad.
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Reuters|Feb 11, 2018, 01.03 PM IST
ALEPPO: Syria's US-backed Kurds are getting indirect help from an unlikely source in their war against Turkey in the northwestern region of Afrin: President Bashar al-Assad.
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Saturday, February 10, 2018
11 Turkish soldiers killed in deadliest day of Kurdish offensive - CGTN
11 Turkish soldiers killed in deadliest day of Kurdish offensive
POLITICS CGTN
2018-02-11 09:00 GMT+8
Eleven Turkish soldiers were killed on Saturday, including two on board a helicopter that was downed, in the bloodiest day in Ankara's offensive against a Kurdish militia in northern Syria.
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POLITICS CGTN
2018-02-11 09:00 GMT+8
Eleven Turkish soldiers were killed on Saturday, including two on board a helicopter that was downed, in the bloodiest day in Ankara's offensive against a Kurdish militia in northern Syria.
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US or Russia: Which is a better ally for Turkey? | Arab News
US or Russia: Which is a better ally for Turkey?
There is an old saying in Turkey: “The Turk has no friend but the Turk.” This is a popular aphorism that reflects the wary and cautious nature of Ankara’s foreign policy. As Turkey faces myriad problems with its long-standing NATO ally the US, whose meager promises have started to evaporate, this proverb has regained popularity and even truth.
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There is an old saying in Turkey: “The Turk has no friend but the Turk.” This is a popular aphorism that reflects the wary and cautious nature of Ankara’s foreign policy. As Turkey faces myriad problems with its long-standing NATO ally the US, whose meager promises have started to evaporate, this proverb has regained popularity and even truth.
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Friday, February 09, 2018
European Parliament Holds Debate on Turkey and Human Rights | The Media Express
European Parliament Holds Debate on Turkey and Human Rights
Posted on February 9, 2018 by Cherry Mae in News // 0 Comments
The European Union Parliament held a debate on February 6 regarding the current human rights violations seen in Turkey, but it was clear that there were multiple issues being addressed. The introductory remarks of the debate were focused on both human rights violations in #Turkey, but also acknowledged the issues that Turkey is currently dealing with, primarily terrorism and the war in #Syria, which sits on Turkey’s southern border.
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Posted on February 9, 2018 by Cherry Mae in News // 0 Comments
The European Union Parliament held a debate on February 6 regarding the current human rights violations seen in Turkey, but it was clear that there were multiple issues being addressed. The introductory remarks of the debate were focused on both human rights violations in #Turkey, but also acknowledged the issues that Turkey is currently dealing with, primarily terrorism and the war in #Syria, which sits on Turkey’s southern border.
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Turkish Warplanes Strike Kurdish Militia Targets in Syria: Army | World News | US News
Turkish Warplanes Strike Kurdish Militia Targets in Syria: Army
Feb. 9, 2018, at 12:06 a.m.
By Daren Butler and Ellen Francis
ISTANBUL/BEIRUT (Reuters) - Turkish warplanes bombarded Kurdish militia targets in Syria's Afrin region, the army said on Friday, and a monitor said the strikes killed seven fighters and two civilians.
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Feb. 9, 2018, at 12:06 a.m.
By Daren Butler and Ellen Francis
ISTANBUL/BEIRUT (Reuters) - Turkish warplanes bombarded Kurdish militia targets in Syria's Afrin region, the army said on Friday, and a monitor said the strikes killed seven fighters and two civilians.
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Turkey's Istanbul to stop accepting Syrian refugees: ministry - Xinhua | English.news.cn
Turkey's Istanbul to stop accepting Syrian refugees: ministry
ISTANBUL, Feb. 9 (Xinhua) -- Turkish Interior Ministry announced on Friday that it has stopped issuing new permits to Syrian refugees who apply for residing in Istanbul, the most populous city in Turkey.
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ISTANBUL, Feb. 9 (Xinhua) -- Turkish Interior Ministry announced on Friday that it has stopped issuing new permits to Syrian refugees who apply for residing in Istanbul, the most populous city in Turkey.
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EUROPP – Did the unfounded claim that Turkey was about to join the EU swing the Brexit referendum?
Did the unfounded claim that Turkey was about to join the EU swing the Brexit referendum?
Most observers agree that the chances of Turkey joining the EU are becoming increasingly remote. But even in early 2016, before the country’s failed coup attempt and the 2017 constitutional referendum, Turkish accession was looking a distant prospect. Yet as James Ker-Lindsay writes, this did not prevent Vote Leave from claiming towards the end of the UK’s EU referendum campaign that Turkey was poised to join. He argues this unfounded claim played into voters’ existing worries about immigration and may even have swung the result.
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Most observers agree that the chances of Turkey joining the EU are becoming increasingly remote. But even in early 2016, before the country’s failed coup attempt and the 2017 constitutional referendum, Turkish accession was looking a distant prospect. Yet as James Ker-Lindsay writes, this did not prevent Vote Leave from claiming towards the end of the UK’s EU referendum campaign that Turkey was poised to join. He argues this unfounded claim played into voters’ existing worries about immigration and may even have swung the result.
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Thursday, February 08, 2018
Rights watchdog to visit Turkey over rule of law
Rights watchdog to visit Turkey over rule of law
By NIKOLAJ NIELSEN BRUSSELS, TODAY, 17:35
The head of the human rights watchdog Council of Europe, Thorbjorn Jagland, is going to Turkey next week amid a proposed roadmap from Ankara to fastrack EU-required reforms, in order to lift visa restrictions on Turks.
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By NIKOLAJ NIELSEN BRUSSELS, TODAY, 17:35
The head of the human rights watchdog Council of Europe, Thorbjorn Jagland, is going to Turkey next week amid a proposed roadmap from Ankara to fastrack EU-required reforms, in order to lift visa restrictions on Turks.
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Despite Ankara's lack of support, Turkish film wins big at Sundance
Despite Ankara's lack of support, Turkish film wins big at Sundance
Pinar Tremblay February 8, 2018
ARTICLE SUMMARY
The Turkish government has put private theater and movie productions in a chokehold through restrictions in financing and legal hurdles.
The Turkish movie "Butterflies" has won the World Cinema Grand Jury Prize: Dramatic at the Sundance Film Festival. For 36-year-old director, screenwriter and co-producer Tolga Karacelik and his team, the win was a pleasant surprise.
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Pinar Tremblay February 8, 2018
ARTICLE SUMMARY
The Turkish government has put private theater and movie productions in a chokehold through restrictions in financing and legal hurdles.
The Turkish movie "Butterflies" has won the World Cinema Grand Jury Prize: Dramatic at the Sundance Film Festival. For 36-year-old director, screenwriter and co-producer Tolga Karacelik and his team, the win was a pleasant surprise.
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Turkey should drop 'disproportionate' emergency powers: EU parliament | News | Expatica France
Turkey should drop 'disproportionate' emergency powers: EU parliament
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The European parliament on Thursday called on Turkey to scrap the emergency powers which members said were being used to stifle "legitimate and peaceful opposition" and a free press.
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The European parliament on Thursday called on Turkey to scrap the emergency powers which members said were being used to stifle "legitimate and peaceful opposition" and a free press.
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Turkish governor hit by abduction and torture allegations | Ahval
Turkish governor hit by abduction and torture allegations
(Updates)
The Turkish Ministry of the Interior has launched an investigation into the governor of the Kırklareli province in western Turkey over allegations that he kidnapped and tortured a woman in May 2017, the Turkish newspaper Hürriyet reported .
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(Updates)
The Turkish Ministry of the Interior has launched an investigation into the governor of the Kırklareli province in western Turkey over allegations that he kidnapped and tortured a woman in May 2017, the Turkish newspaper Hürriyet reported .
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Turkey’s Drift Away From the West Won’t Stop Under Erdogan
Turkey’s Drift Away From the West Won’t Stop Under Erdogan
Frida Ghitis Thursday, Feb. 8, 2018
The contentious relationship between Turkey and the West hit a little-noticed but significant milestone this week, when the Dutch government announced it was formally downgrading diplomatic ties and officially withdrawing its ambassador from Ankara. Turkey and the Netherlands remain NATO allies, and diplomatic relations continue at the level of charges d’affaires. While not garnering the attention of the escalating confrontation between Turkey and NATO in Syria, the Dutch move is an important marker of Turkey’s continuing drift away from the West under President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
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Frida Ghitis Thursday, Feb. 8, 2018
The contentious relationship between Turkey and the West hit a little-noticed but significant milestone this week, when the Dutch government announced it was formally downgrading diplomatic ties and officially withdrawing its ambassador from Ankara. Turkey and the Netherlands remain NATO allies, and diplomatic relations continue at the level of charges d’affaires. While not garnering the attention of the escalating confrontation between Turkey and NATO in Syria, the Dutch move is an important marker of Turkey’s continuing drift away from the West under President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
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Istanbul Is Back on the Map for European Summer Travelers - Bloomberg
Istanbul Is Back on the Map for European Summer Travelers
By Richard Weiss February 8, 2018, 4:19 AM EST
Turkey and Egypt are back on the itinerary of European vacationers this summer, as terrorist attacks two years ago fade from memory and rising hotel prices make Spain less affordable for budget-minded holiday-goers.
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By Richard Weiss February 8, 2018, 4:19 AM EST
Turkey and Egypt are back on the itinerary of European vacationers this summer, as terrorist attacks two years ago fade from memory and rising hotel prices make Spain less affordable for budget-minded holiday-goers.
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Wednesday, February 07, 2018
General Erdogan’s First War – Foreign Policy
General Erdogan’s First War
Turkey’s Islamist president is the first civilian with control over his country’s military – and you can tell by the results.
Ismail Hakki Karadayi never sat behind the defense minister. Neither did Huseyin Kivrikoglu. Nor did any Turkish military chief of staff who came before them. It was always a seeming oddity that military officers from other member countries sat behind their civilian leadership at NATO ministerial meetings — except for the Turkish ones; they sat next to their ministers. But anything else would have been a breach in protocol. Turkey’s organizational chart was clear: The minister of national defense had no authority over the military command, and while both were formally subordinate to the civilian prime minister, the men in uniform didn’t always act that way.
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Turkey’s Islamist president is the first civilian with control over his country’s military – and you can tell by the results.
Ismail Hakki Karadayi never sat behind the defense minister. Neither did Huseyin Kivrikoglu. Nor did any Turkish military chief of staff who came before them. It was always a seeming oddity that military officers from other member countries sat behind their civilian leadership at NATO ministerial meetings — except for the Turkish ones; they sat next to their ministers. But anything else would have been a breach in protocol. Turkey’s organizational chart was clear: The minister of national defense had no authority over the military command, and while both were formally subordinate to the civilian prime minister, the men in uniform didn’t always act that way.
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EU leaders to host Turkey's Erdogan, the estranged uncle they can't shut out
EU leaders to host Turkey's Erdogan, the estranged uncle they can't shut out
Gabriela Baczynska, Robin Emmott
5 MIN READ
BRUSSELS (Reuters) - European Union leaders are so discomfited by their relationship with Turkey these days that they relegated their summit next month to Varna, a Bulgarian Black Sea port, rather than hold it in Brussels.
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Gabriela Baczynska, Robin Emmott
5 MIN READ
BRUSSELS (Reuters) - European Union leaders are so discomfited by their relationship with Turkey these days that they relegated their summit next month to Varna, a Bulgarian Black Sea port, rather than hold it in Brussels.
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Erdogan to meet top EU chiefs to repair relations – EURACTIV.com
Erdogan to meet top EU chiefs to repair relations
EURACTIV with AFP Feb 6, 2018 (updated: Feb 6, 2018)
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan is set to meet top European Union officials next month in the Bulgarian city of Varna, officials said Tuesday (6 February), in a bid to repair strained ties.
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EURACTIV with AFP Feb 6, 2018 (updated: Feb 6, 2018)
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan is set to meet top European Union officials next month in the Bulgarian city of Varna, officials said Tuesday (6 February), in a bid to repair strained ties.
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Turkey′s Syrian offensive: A war of America′s making - Qantara.de
A war of America′s making
Bereft of a coherent Syria policy, successive U.S. administrations have obsessed over targeting Islamic State (IS) without considering the full ramifications of their actions. Turkey′s incursion into northwestern Syria is just one consequence. Analysis by Barak Barfi
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Bereft of a coherent Syria policy, successive U.S. administrations have obsessed over targeting Islamic State (IS) without considering the full ramifications of their actions. Turkey′s incursion into northwestern Syria is just one consequence. Analysis by Barak Barfi
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Turkey’s animal production surges 8.6 percent in 2017
Turkey’s animal production surges 8.6 percent in 2017
ANKARA - Anadolu Agency
The total number of animals in Turkey amounted to 60.7 million last year, an 8.6 percent rise year-on-year, according to the country’s statistical authority on Feb. 7.
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ANKARA - Anadolu Agency
The total number of animals in Turkey amounted to 60.7 million last year, an 8.6 percent rise year-on-year, according to the country’s statistical authority on Feb. 7.
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400-year-old Netherlands-Turkey ties to be fixed one day: Dutch FM
400-year-old Netherlands-Turkey ties to be fixed one day: Dutch FM
THE HAGUE
The Netherlands may have withdrawn its ambassador to Turkey, but the 400-year-old ties “will be fixed one day,” Dutch Foreign Minister Halbe Zijlstra told Dutch lawmakers in The Hague on Feb. 7, amid a diplomatic crisis between the two countries.
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THE HAGUE
The Netherlands may have withdrawn its ambassador to Turkey, but the 400-year-old ties “will be fixed one day,” Dutch Foreign Minister Halbe Zijlstra told Dutch lawmakers in The Hague on Feb. 7, amid a diplomatic crisis between the two countries.
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Tuesday, February 06, 2018
Turkish voices increasingly calling for dialogue with Assad
Turkish voices increasingly calling for dialogue with Assad
Semih Idiz February 6, 2018
ARTICLE SUMMARY Developments in Syria could force President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to swallow his antipathy to President Bashar al-Assad and establish some level of contact with him, as a growing number of Turks believe.
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Semih Idiz February 6, 2018
ARTICLE SUMMARY Developments in Syria could force President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to swallow his antipathy to President Bashar al-Assad and establish some level of contact with him, as a growing number of Turks believe.
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U.S. Secretary of State, National Security Advisor to visit Turkey - Xinhua | English.news.cn
U.S. Secretary of State, National Security Advisor to visit Turkey
Source: Xinhua| 2018-02-07 00:08:24|Editor: Mu Xuequan
ANKARA, Feb. 6 (Xinhua) -- The U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson and National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster will visit Turkey next week, state-run Anadolu Agency reported Tuesday.
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Source: Xinhua| 2018-02-07 00:08:24|Editor: Mu Xuequan
ANKARA, Feb. 6 (Xinhua) -- The U.S. Secretary of State Rex Tillerson and National Security Adviser H.R. McMaster will visit Turkey next week, state-run Anadolu Agency reported Tuesday.
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Restore justice in Turkey
Restore justice in Turkey
Hundreds of academics and scientists are caught up in political crackdowns in the wake of petitions for peace.
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Hundreds of academics and scientists are caught up in political crackdowns in the wake of petitions for peace.
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17 Turks killed since start of assault on Afrin - Daily News Egypt
17 Turks killed since start of assault on Afrin
Turkey has lost 17 soldiers in fierce clashes during the offensive in Syria’s Afrin region, according to international reports. Turkey began an offensive, dubbed Operation Olive Branch, on 20 January with the stated aim of hitting positions held by the Kurdish People’s Protection Units (YPG) and Islamic State group (IS) militants, although IS is not
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Turkey has lost 17 soldiers in fierce clashes during the offensive in Syria’s Afrin region, according to international reports. Turkey began an offensive, dubbed Operation Olive Branch, on 20 January with the stated aim of hitting positions held by the Kurdish People’s Protection Units (YPG) and Islamic State group (IS) militants, although IS is not
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Is Turkey really facing an 'exodus'? It's not that simple
Is Turkey really facing an ‘exodus’? It’s not that simple
February 6, 2018 8.41am EST
Authors
Bahar Baser
Research Fellow, Coventry University
Emre Eren Korkmaz
Post-doctoral Researcher in Migration and Refugees, University of Oxford
The decline of Turkey’s democracy has become a well-worn theme, and for good reason. The country has now jailed more journalists on charges related to their work than any other in the world, and many academics who’ve criticised the government’s policies towards the “Kurdish question” are now on trial. But recently, media observers have seemingly identified another alarming trend: a “Turkish exodus”.
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February 6, 2018 8.41am EST
Authors
Bahar Baser
Research Fellow, Coventry University
Emre Eren Korkmaz
Post-doctoral Researcher in Migration and Refugees, University of Oxford
The decline of Turkey’s democracy has become a well-worn theme, and for good reason. The country has now jailed more journalists on charges related to their work than any other in the world, and many academics who’ve criticised the government’s policies towards the “Kurdish question” are now on trial. But recently, media observers have seemingly identified another alarming trend: a “Turkish exodus”.
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'Operation Olive Branch' for self-defence and regional stability
'Operation Olive Branch' for self-defence and regional stability
The Turkish army in Syria during 'Operation Olive Branch' in January (Photo: Türk Silahlı Kuvvetleri)
By FARUK KAYMAKCI
BRUSSELS, TODAY, 13:48
Entering its seventh year, the conflict in Syria continues to be a direct threat to international security and regional stability.
Turkey's land border with Syria and Iraq, measuring 1,295 km in length, requires Turkey to be alert to the developments within its neighbors and vigilant towards the security threats emanating from these countries.
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The Turkish army in Syria during 'Operation Olive Branch' in January (Photo: Türk Silahlı Kuvvetleri)
By FARUK KAYMAKCI
BRUSSELS, TODAY, 13:48
Entering its seventh year, the conflict in Syria continues to be a direct threat to international security and regional stability.
Turkey's land border with Syria and Iraq, measuring 1,295 km in length, requires Turkey to be alert to the developments within its neighbors and vigilant towards the security threats emanating from these countries.
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Politically polarized Turkey finds largest common ground in Syrian refugees’ return
Politically polarized Turkey finds largest common ground in Syrian refugees’ return
ISTANBUL
Although polarized on various political issues, the Turkish people share the most similar views over Syrian refugees in the country, a survey conducted by the Istanbul Bilgi University Center for Migration Research in partnership with the German Marshall Fund (GMF) revealed on Feb. 5.
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ISTANBUL
Although polarized on various political issues, the Turkish people share the most similar views over Syrian refugees in the country, a survey conducted by the Istanbul Bilgi University Center for Migration Research in partnership with the German Marshall Fund (GMF) revealed on Feb. 5.
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Monday, February 05, 2018
Turkey detains nearly 600 for opposing Syrian offensive
Turkey detains nearly 600 for opposing Syrian offensive
Tuvan Gumrukcu, Dominic Evans
ANKARA (Reuters) - Turkey has so far detained 573 people for social media posts and protests criticizing its military offensive in Syria, the government said on Monday.
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Tuvan Gumrukcu, Dominic Evans
ANKARA (Reuters) - Turkey has so far detained 573 people for social media posts and protests criticizing its military offensive in Syria, the government said on Monday.
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Turkey Establishing Long-Sought US “Safe Haven” in Northern Syria | Global Research - Centre for Research on Globalization
Turkey Establishing Long-Sought US “Safe Haven” in Northern Syria
By Tony Cartalucci
Global Research, February 04, 2018
Turkey’s recent incursion into northern Syria is poised to finally establish the long-sought after “buffer zone” or “safe haven” called for by US policymakers since as early as 2012.
While the US and Turkey are currently feigning a diplomatic row over the incursion – with Turkey’s targeting and displacement of Kurds allegedly backed by the United States – it is clear that recent claims by the US regarding its expanding support of Kurdish militias it has been arming and backing in Syria was done as an intentional pretext for Turkey to justify an otherwise indefensible invasion of Syrian territory.
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By Tony Cartalucci
Global Research, February 04, 2018
Turkey’s recent incursion into northern Syria is poised to finally establish the long-sought after “buffer zone” or “safe haven” called for by US policymakers since as early as 2012.
While the US and Turkey are currently feigning a diplomatic row over the incursion – with Turkey’s targeting and displacement of Kurds allegedly backed by the United States – it is clear that recent claims by the US regarding its expanding support of Kurdish militias it has been arming and backing in Syria was done as an intentional pretext for Turkey to justify an otherwise indefensible invasion of Syrian territory.
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Turkey 'ready' to reform terror laws for EU visa-free travel
Turkey 'ready' to reform terror laws for EU visa-free travel
Turkish police in terrorist suspect raid in 2015 (Photo: Mahmut Bozarslan)
By NIKOLAJ NIELSEN
BRUSSELS, TODAY, 11:31
Turkey's crackdown on suspected Gulenists is winding down, leaving open the space for Ankara to reform its anti-terror laws as demanded by the EU, according to the country's ambassador to the EU.
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Turkish police in terrorist suspect raid in 2015 (Photo: Mahmut Bozarslan)
By NIKOLAJ NIELSEN
BRUSSELS, TODAY, 11:31
Turkey's crackdown on suspected Gulenists is winding down, leaving open the space for Ankara to reform its anti-terror laws as demanded by the EU, according to the country's ambassador to the EU.
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Turkish-Dutch foreign relations break down; Ambassador recalled | NL Times
TURKISH-DUTCH FOREIGN RELATIONS BREAK DOWN; AMBASSADOR RECALLED
By Janene Pieters on February 5, 2018 - 12:21
Turkish flag (Photo: Bahar/Wikimedia Commons). Turkish flag (Photo: Bahar/Wikimedia Commons)
Talks on improving the relationship between the Netherlands and Turkey have failed, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on Monday. The Netherlands officially withdrew its ambassador in Ankara.
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By Janene Pieters on February 5, 2018 - 12:21
Turkish flag (Photo: Bahar/Wikimedia Commons). Turkish flag (Photo: Bahar/Wikimedia Commons)
Talks on improving the relationship between the Netherlands and Turkey have failed, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on Monday. The Netherlands officially withdrew its ambassador in Ankara.
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Sochi conference casualty of Turkey’s military offensive in Syria
Sochi conference casualty of Turkey’s military offensive in Syria
ARTICLE SUMMARY Syrian opposition meeting reveals extent — and limits — of Russian-Turkish collaboration. REUTERS/Sergei KarpukhinAttendees pose after a session of the Syrian Congress of National Dialogue in the Black Sea resort of Sochi, Russia, Jan. 30, 2018. The meeting of the Syrian National Dialogue conference in Sochi recently was a victim of Turkey’s military invasion of northern Syria, which has now entered its second week.
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ARTICLE SUMMARY Syrian opposition meeting reveals extent — and limits — of Russian-Turkish collaboration. REUTERS/Sergei KarpukhinAttendees pose after a session of the Syrian Congress of National Dialogue in the Black Sea resort of Sochi, Russia, Jan. 30, 2018. The meeting of the Syrian National Dialogue conference in Sochi recently was a victim of Turkey’s military invasion of northern Syria, which has now entered its second week.
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Sunday, February 04, 2018
Turkish companies world's leading exporters of six products - Daily Sabah
Turkish companies world's leading exporters of six products
Turkish companies experienced a successful 2017 as they became the global export leaders of woven carpet, women's suits, blouses, shirts, construction iron and radiators
Turkey last year became the world's largest exporter of woven carpets, construction iron, radiators, women's suits, blouses, and shirts, Chairman of Turkish Exporters Assembly (TIM) Mehmet Büyükekşi has said. Büyükekşi also said that Turkey was ranked third in bus and minibus exports, fourth in dishwashers fifth in washing machines, seventh in television, eighth in the men's suits and refrigerators, ninth in leather, welt clothing, electric heaters and commercial cargo vehicles, and tenth in engine parts.
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Turkish companies experienced a successful 2017 as they became the global export leaders of woven carpet, women's suits, blouses, shirts, construction iron and radiators
Turkey last year became the world's largest exporter of woven carpets, construction iron, radiators, women's suits, blouses, and shirts, Chairman of Turkish Exporters Assembly (TIM) Mehmet Büyükekşi has said. Büyükekşi also said that Turkey was ranked third in bus and minibus exports, fourth in dishwashers fifth in washing machines, seventh in television, eighth in the men's suits and refrigerators, ninth in leather, welt clothing, electric heaters and commercial cargo vehicles, and tenth in engine parts.
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The battle of Gulf banks for Turkish market | Finance Apprise
The battle of Gulf banks for Turkish market
The Dubai’s largest bank is negotiating for the potential acquisition of the Turkish subsidiary of Sberbank PJSC, joining other financial institutions from Qatar and Kuwait, which are also seeking expansion in the country.
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The Dubai’s largest bank is negotiating for the potential acquisition of the Turkish subsidiary of Sberbank PJSC, joining other financial institutions from Qatar and Kuwait, which are also seeking expansion in the country.
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Co-operation is in Turkey and America’s best interests
Co-operation is in Turkey and America’s best interests
Ankara’s activity in Syria raises the alarming prospect of military confrontation
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Ankara’s activity in Syria raises the alarming prospect of military confrontation
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Turkey′s Erdogan criticizes EU leaders for lack of support, especially against terror | News | DW | 04.02.2018
Turkey's Erdogan criticizes EU leaders for lack of support, especially against terror
Turkish President Erdogan has insisted in an interview that Turkey should still join the EU. The comments came despite mounting pressure against the Turkish leader's human rights record and his intervention in Syria.
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Turkish President Erdogan has insisted in an interview that Turkey should still join the EU. The comments came despite mounting pressure against the Turkish leader's human rights record and his intervention in Syria.
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How effective is Turkish military's Kurdish offensive in Syria's Afrin?
How effective is Turkish military's Kurdish offensive in Syria's Afrin?
Turkish military faces its deadliest day in Operation Olive Branch as 7 soldiers die during clashes with Kurdish militia.
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Turkish military faces its deadliest day in Operation Olive Branch as 7 soldiers die during clashes with Kurdish militia.
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Spotlight: Turkey hopes Syria offensive will secure return of refugees - Xinhua | English.news.cn
Spotlight: Turkey hopes Syria offensive will secure return of refugees
by Burak Akinci
ANKARA, Feb. 4 (Xinhua) -- Turkey has been providing the best conditions for 3.5 millions of displaced Syrians with a generosity commended by the international community and hopes that its military operation in northern Syria will speed up their return amid fears of internal anti-refugee tensions.
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by Burak Akinci
ANKARA, Feb. 4 (Xinhua) -- Turkey has been providing the best conditions for 3.5 millions of displaced Syrians with a generosity commended by the international community and hopes that its military operation in northern Syria will speed up their return amid fears of internal anti-refugee tensions.
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WENY News - Turkey warns Kurdish YPG forces will pay for soldiers' deaths
Turkey warns Kurdish YPG forces will pay for soldiers' deaths
By Kelly Murray CNN
(CNN) -- Turkey's Prime Minister warned that Kurdish YPG forces will pay "twice as much" following the deaths of seven Turkish soldiers in Syria's Afrin province.
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By Kelly Murray CNN
(CNN) -- Turkey's Prime Minister warned that Kurdish YPG forces will pay "twice as much" following the deaths of seven Turkish soldiers in Syria's Afrin province.
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Turkish offensive against YPG Kurds in Arifin, Syria wins broad support - The Washington Post
In Turkey, soaring support for Syrian offensive and rising anti-Americanism
By Erin Cunningham February 4 at 5:00 AM Email the author
ISTANBUL — On a celebrity gossip show here, the hosts recently projected the Instagram profiles of Turkish actors and pop stars on the screen and berated those who had not yet posted support for Turkey’s military offensive in Syria.
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By Erin Cunningham February 4 at 5:00 AM Email the author
ISTANBUL — On a celebrity gossip show here, the hosts recently projected the Instagram profiles of Turkish actors and pop stars on the screen and berated those who had not yet posted support for Turkey’s military offensive in Syria.
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Turkey to support entrepreneurs in clean technology
Turkey to support entrepreneurs in clean technology
BY BRINKWIRE ON FEBRUARY 3, 2018 NEWS
Entrepreneurs who succeed in Clean Innovation Program will be supported by $3M fund: Turkish Scientific Council head
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BY BRINKWIRE ON FEBRUARY 3, 2018 NEWS
Entrepreneurs who succeed in Clean Innovation Program will be supported by $3M fund: Turkish Scientific Council head
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Saturday, February 03, 2018
8 Turkish troops die in Syria operation; Russian pilot slain | Boston Herald
8 Turkish troops die in Syria operation; Russian pilot slain
Associated Press Saturday, February 03, 2018
BEIRUT — Turkey said eight of its troops were killed Saturday in Ankara's military operation against a Syrian Kurdish militia, the deadliest day in the two-week-old offensive in the enclave of Afrin, while in another part of Syria, al-Qaida-linked militants downed a Russian fighter jet, then shot and killed the pilot.
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Associated Press Saturday, February 03, 2018
BEIRUT — Turkey said eight of its troops were killed Saturday in Ankara's military operation against a Syrian Kurdish militia, the deadliest day in the two-week-old offensive in the enclave of Afrin, while in another part of Syria, al-Qaida-linked militants downed a Russian fighter jet, then shot and killed the pilot.
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Turkish Airlines Super Bowl 2018 Ad Stars Dr. Oz
TURKISH AIRLINES SUPER BOWL 2018 AD STARS DR. OZ
Posted: Feb 3 2018, 12:36pm CST | by Luigi Lugmayr
Turkish Airlines found perfect spokesperson in Dr. Oz. Turkish Airlines Super Bowl 2018 commercial stars "TV doctor" Dr. Oz. Mehmet Cengiz Öz better known as Dr. Oz, is a Turkish-American cardiothoracic surgeon, Columbia University professor and famous television personality with his own show.
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Posted: Feb 3 2018, 12:36pm CST | by Luigi Lugmayr
Turkish Airlines found perfect spokesperson in Dr. Oz. Turkish Airlines Super Bowl 2018 commercial stars "TV doctor" Dr. Oz. Mehmet Cengiz Öz better known as Dr. Oz, is a Turkish-American cardiothoracic surgeon, Columbia University professor and famous television personality with his own show.
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Syria war: Turkey suffers deadliest day in Afrin offensive - BBC News
Syria war: Turkey suffers deadliest day in Afrin offensive
The Turkish-led offensive is intended to drive Kurdish militias out of Afrin The Turkish military has suffered the deadliest day in its current offensive against Kurdish militias inside Syria, with seven soldiers killed.
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The Turkish-led offensive is intended to drive Kurdish militias out of Afrin The Turkish military has suffered the deadliest day in its current offensive against Kurdish militias inside Syria, with seven soldiers killed.
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Two more Turkish soldiers killed in Syria offensive: army | News , Middle East | THE DAILY STAR
Two more Turkish soldiers killed in Syria offensive: army
ANKARA: Two more Turkish soldiers were killed Saturday in Turkey's offensive against Kurdish militia inside Syria, the army said, bringing to nine the number killed so far in the incursion.
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ANKARA: Two more Turkish soldiers were killed Saturday in Turkey's offensive against Kurdish militia inside Syria, the army said, bringing to nine the number killed so far in the incursion.
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Friday, February 02, 2018
Turkey: Tax office blast caused by bomb, attacker killed - NY Daily News
Turkey: Tax office blast caused by bomb, attacker killed
ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — Turkish officials say Thursday's explosion at a tax office in the Turkish capital was caused by bomb and that the suspected bomber has been killed in a police operation.
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ANKARA, Turkey (AP) — Turkish officials say Thursday's explosion at a tax office in the Turkish capital was caused by bomb and that the suspected bomber has been killed in a police operation.
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Germany grants asylum to alleged Turkey plotters: Spiegel
Germany grants asylum to alleged Turkey plotters: Spiegel
BERLIN (Reuters) - Germany has granted asylum to four Turkish soldiers, including one Ankara accuses of playing a leading role in the failed military coup of July 2016, in a new setback for relations between the two countries, weekly magazine Der Spiegel reported.
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BERLIN (Reuters) - Germany has granted asylum to four Turkish soldiers, including one Ankara accuses of playing a leading role in the failed military coup of July 2016, in a new setback for relations between the two countries, weekly magazine Der Spiegel reported.
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Erdogan's diplomats have become 'Gulenist-busters'
Erdogan's diplomats have become 'Gulenist-busters'
By Selcuk Gultasli
BRUSSELS, Today, 10:04
Their European counterparts usually admired Ottoman diplomats as talented public servants.
As famously (or infamously) declared by the Russian Czar Nicholas I, the Ottoman Empire was the sick man of Europe throughout the 19th century.
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By Selcuk Gultasli
BRUSSELS, Today, 10:04
Their European counterparts usually admired Ottoman diplomats as talented public servants.
As famously (or infamously) declared by the Russian Czar Nicholas I, the Ottoman Empire was the sick man of Europe throughout the 19th century.
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After Turkish anger, Macron plays down Syria warning – EURACTIV.com
After Turkish anger, Macron plays down Syria warning
EURACTIV.com with Reuters
1:59 (updated: 2:01)
French President Emmanuel Macron yesterday (1 January) played down cautionary remarks he had made about Turkey’s operation against Kurdish militants in northern Syria after Ankara labelled them as insults.
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EURACTIV.com with Reuters
1:59 (updated: 2:01)
French President Emmanuel Macron yesterday (1 January) played down cautionary remarks he had made about Turkey’s operation against Kurdish militants in northern Syria after Ankara labelled them as insults.
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Why Gaziantep Still Matters Seven Years After Start of Syrian Conflict - Turkey | ReliefWeb
Why Gaziantep Still Matters Seven Years After Start of Syrian Conflict
Gaziantep – Next month marks the seventh anniversary of the start of the war in Syria. Since the beginning, Turkey has been the main destination country for many of the 3.4 million Syrians seeking refuge and a better life. Over 1.5 million live along the border in south and south-eastern Turkey, with the highest concentration in the municipality of Gaziantep.
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Gaziantep – Next month marks the seventh anniversary of the start of the war in Syria. Since the beginning, Turkey has been the main destination country for many of the 3.4 million Syrians seeking refuge and a better life. Over 1.5 million live along the border in south and south-eastern Turkey, with the highest concentration in the municipality of Gaziantep.
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Turkey's President Takes a Victory Lap
Turkey's President Takes a Victory Lap
By November 2019, Turkey will hold one of its most consequential elections: a vote to choose its first executive president. Up until 2014, Turkey's parliament appointed the country's presidents, who served largely in an emeritus capacity as paternalistic figures representing the integrity of the state. The system changed with a series of constitutional amendments spearheaded by Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan that allowed for direct elections in the future. Erdogan then succeeded President Abdullah Gul to become Turkey's first popularly elected president in August 2014. At the time of his election, constitutional scholars highlighted concerns that having a popularly elected prime minister and a popularly elected president could give rise to an executive duality. If both the head of the constitutionally defined executive — the prime minister — and the head of state are popularly elected, who runs Turkey?
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By November 2019, Turkey will hold one of its most consequential elections: a vote to choose its first executive president. Up until 2014, Turkey's parliament appointed the country's presidents, who served largely in an emeritus capacity as paternalistic figures representing the integrity of the state. The system changed with a series of constitutional amendments spearheaded by Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan that allowed for direct elections in the future. Erdogan then succeeded President Abdullah Gul to become Turkey's first popularly elected president in August 2014. At the time of his election, constitutional scholars highlighted concerns that having a popularly elected prime minister and a popularly elected president could give rise to an executive duality. If both the head of the constitutionally defined executive — the prime minister — and the head of state are popularly elected, who runs Turkey?
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The U.S. and Turkey: Past the Point of No Return? - The American Interest
The U.S. and Turkey: Past the Point of No Return?
With Ankara and Washington on a collision course in northern Syria, both sides will have to rethink their priorities if they want to salvage an increasingly hollow alliance.
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With Ankara and Washington on a collision course in northern Syria, both sides will have to rethink their priorities if they want to salvage an increasingly hollow alliance.
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Turkey’s Afrin offensive: Wrong, but not unjustified - Qantara.de
Turkey’s Afrin offensive
Wrong, but not unjustified
Although the presence of an armed group on Turkey′s border – especially one allied to the PKK – was inevitably going to be perceived as a threat, Ankara′s Afrin offensive has been given short shrift in Germany. Commentary by Ulrich von Schwerin
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Wrong, but not unjustified
Although the presence of an armed group on Turkey′s border – especially one allied to the PKK – was inevitably going to be perceived as a threat, Ankara′s Afrin offensive has been given short shrift in Germany. Commentary by Ulrich von Schwerin
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Erdogan: Everybody’s False Friend - The Globalist
Erdogan: Everybody’s False Friend
The Turkish President only knows one loyalty — to himself. Little wonder Erdogan acts like a congenital flamethrower in international relations.
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The Turkish President only knows one loyalty — to himself. Little wonder Erdogan acts like a congenital flamethrower in international relations.
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Turkey's propaganda war targets America's state capitals | Public Radio International
Turkey's propaganda war targets America's state capitals
The Center for Public Integrity
February 02, 2018 · 7:45 AM EST
By Liz Essley Whyte
A law firm hired by the government of Turkey is lobbying state officials across the US about what it alleges is a suspicious network of American charter schools run by a dangerous Turkish opposition leader.
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The Center for Public Integrity
February 02, 2018 · 7:45 AM EST
By Liz Essley Whyte
A law firm hired by the government of Turkey is lobbying state officials across the US about what it alleges is a suspicious network of American charter schools run by a dangerous Turkish opposition leader.
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Thursday, February 01, 2018
Turkey resumes pressure on US Consulate staff
Turkey resumes pressure on US Consulate staff
Amberin Zaman February 1, 2018
Article Summary
With the interrogation of another local US Consulate employee, Turkey appears to have broken its promise not to hound staff without notifying the American authorities in a move that could trigger targeted visa sanctions against Turkish officials deemed to be involved.
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Amberin Zaman February 1, 2018
Article Summary
With the interrogation of another local US Consulate employee, Turkey appears to have broken its promise not to hound staff without notifying the American authorities in a move that could trigger targeted visa sanctions against Turkish officials deemed to be involved.
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Changes to Turkish live export rules could benefit Irish farmers - Agriland
Changes to Turkish live export rules could benefit Irish farmers
Conor Finnerty
It was confirmed today that private-sector buyers in Turkey will be permitted to import cattle for fattening from May onwards.
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Conor Finnerty
It was confirmed today that private-sector buyers in Turkey will be permitted to import cattle for fattening from May onwards.
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Look Who's Coming To Dinner In Istanbul
Look Who's Coming To Dinner In Istanbul
February 01, 2018 14:59 GMT
Gordana Knezevic
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan hosted two Balkan leaders at his presidential palace in Istanbul this week.
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February 01, 2018 14:59 GMT
Gordana Knezevic
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan hosted two Balkan leaders at his presidential palace in Istanbul this week.
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Turkey’s manufacturing growth hits fastest rate in almost seven years
Turkey’s manufacturing growth hits fastest rate in almost seven years
ISTANBUL
Turkey’s manufacturing activity expanded at the fastest pace in nearly seven years in January, a key survey showed on Feb. 1.
According to the Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) compiled by IHS Markit and the Istanbul Chamber of Industry (İSO), the headline index rose to 55.7 in January from 54.9 in December 2017.
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ISTANBUL
Turkey’s manufacturing activity expanded at the fastest pace in nearly seven years in January, a key survey showed on Feb. 1.
According to the Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) compiled by IHS Markit and the Istanbul Chamber of Industry (İSO), the headline index rose to 55.7 in January from 54.9 in December 2017.
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Wednesday, January 31, 2018
Containing the Afrin Crisis: Turkey's Goals and Military Challenges - The Washington Institute for Near East Policy
Containing the Afrin Crisis: Turkey's Goals and Military Challenges
Barak Barfi
January 31, 2018
Given the continued Islamic State threat in Syria, Washington cannot afford what is shaping up to be a bloody conflagration between allies it needs to eradicate the group.
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Barak Barfi
January 31, 2018
Given the continued Islamic State threat in Syria, Washington cannot afford what is shaping up to be a bloody conflagration between allies it needs to eradicate the group.
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Ankara-Moscow dealings still tangled as Idlib smoke clears
Ankara-Moscow dealings still tangled as Idlib smoke clears
Amberin Zaman January 31, 2018
Article Summary
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Russian leader Vladimir Putin have reportedly agreed to accelerate Turkey's deployment into Idlib a day after its convoy was struck by a car bomb.
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Amberin Zaman January 31, 2018
Article Summary
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Russian leader Vladimir Putin have reportedly agreed to accelerate Turkey's deployment into Idlib a day after its convoy was struck by a car bomb.
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Turkey: court orders Amnesty chair released from jail - NY Daily News
Turkey: court orders Amnesty chair released from jail
ISTANBUL (AP) — A court in Istanbul has ruled for the release from jail of Amnesty International's Turkey chairman, Taner Kilic, pending a verdict in his trial.
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ISTANBUL (AP) — A court in Istanbul has ruled for the release from jail of Amnesty International's Turkey chairman, Taner Kilic, pending a verdict in his trial.
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Tuesday, January 30, 2018
Erdogan: Everybody’s False Friend - The Globalist
Erdogan: Everybody’s False Friend
The Turkish President only knows one loyalty — to himself. No wonder he is incapable and acts like a congenital flamethrower in international relations.
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The Turkish President only knows one loyalty — to himself. No wonder he is incapable and acts like a congenital flamethrower in international relations.
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Olive Branch wins Erdogan friends at home, but risks standoff with US
Olive Branch wins Erdogan friends at home, but risks standoff with US
Semih Idiz January 30, 2018
Despite the success of Ankara's Syrian military operation in closing Turkish ranks around him, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has raised the possibility of a military confrontation between Turkey and the United States.
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Semih Idiz January 30, 2018
Despite the success of Ankara's Syrian military operation in closing Turkish ranks around him, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has raised the possibility of a military confrontation between Turkey and the United States.
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21 members of religious Furkan Foundation, including head, detained in Turkey’s Adana
21 members of religious Furkan Foundation, including head, detained in Turkey’s Adana
ADANA - Doğan News Agency
Some 21 members of the religious Furkan Foundation, including its founder Alparslan Kuytul, were detained on Jan. 30 in the southern province of Adana on charges of “disturbing public order” and “establishing a criminal organization.”
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ADANA - Doğan News Agency
Some 21 members of the religious Furkan Foundation, including its founder Alparslan Kuytul, were detained on Jan. 30 in the southern province of Adana on charges of “disturbing public order” and “establishing a criminal organization.”
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Hostility toward Syrians could explode in Turkey, ICG warns
Hostility toward Syrians could explode in Turkey, ICG warns
Amberin Zaman January 30, 2018
Article Summary A new report by the International Crisis Group warns that tension and violence involving Syrian refugees in Turkey is underdocumented and growing worse.
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Amberin Zaman January 30, 2018
Article Summary A new report by the International Crisis Group warns that tension and violence involving Syrian refugees in Turkey is underdocumented and growing worse.
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Turkish doctors arrested after group criticises Syria offensive
Turkish doctors arrested after group criticises Syria offensive
Detentions part of widening crackdown against opposition to Ankara’s military incursion
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Detentions part of widening crackdown against opposition to Ankara’s military incursion
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Turkey′s incursion into Syria: The Kurdish quagmire - Qantara.de
The Kurdish quagmire
The last thing the conflict in Syria needed was more external intrusion and the opening of another front. Turkey′s Afrin offensive has provided both. Once again, the Western powers and Russia have managed to foster a dangerous escalation. Commentary by Tom Stevenson
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The last thing the conflict in Syria needed was more external intrusion and the opening of another front. Turkey′s Afrin offensive has provided both. Once again, the Western powers and Russia have managed to foster a dangerous escalation. Commentary by Tom Stevenson
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Nato in a spot after Erdogan’s Syria offensive | GulfNews.com
Nato in a spot after Erdogan’s Syria offensive
Ankara’s relationship with the western world has the risk of going further downhill
By Mustapha Karkouti, Special to Gulf News
Cracks in Ankara’s relations with other Nato members, particularly the US Administration, are increasingly isolating President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. They are also dangerously threatening to erode Turkey’s role as a reliable buffer zone between the European Union region and an unstable Middle East.
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Ankara’s relationship with the western world has the risk of going further downhill
By Mustapha Karkouti, Special to Gulf News
Cracks in Ankara’s relations with other Nato members, particularly the US Administration, are increasingly isolating President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. They are also dangerously threatening to erode Turkey’s role as a reliable buffer zone between the European Union region and an unstable Middle East.
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Monday, January 29, 2018
Recep Tayyip Erdogan turns Turkey away from U.S. | Luxora Leader
Recep Tayyip Erdogan turns Turkey away from U.S.
January 29, 2018 Staff Writer By James Phillips – – Monday, January 29, 2018
ANALYSIS/OPINION: All is not well with U.S.- relations. Earlier this month, President bitterly criticized U.S. support for Syrian Kurdish militias, saying: “A country we call an ally is insisting on forming a terror army on our borders. … Our mission is to strangle it before it’s even born.”
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January 29, 2018 Staff Writer By James Phillips – – Monday, January 29, 2018
ANALYSIS/OPINION: All is not well with U.S.- relations. Earlier this month, President bitterly criticized U.S. support for Syrian Kurdish militias, saying: “A country we call an ally is insisting on forming a terror army on our borders. … Our mission is to strangle it before it’s even born.”
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Turkey and the slippery slope of democracy: lessons for us all
Turkey and the slippery slope of democracy: lessons for us all
By Kelsey LeBrun Keswani | January 29, 2018
If the four pillars of a democratic nation are equity, representation, freedom and justice, Turkey is dangerously close to losing its claim to democracy.
At least four journalists and reportedly more than 100 social media users were jailed this past week in Turkey as a result of posting comments critical of Turkish operations in Northern Syria on social media. On Friday, the Organisation for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) called for their immediate release. “I recall that journalists should not be instructed on the content of their work and that press freedom must be respected at all times. It is a journalist’s job to present different views and inform the public, even if the content contains criticism,” OSCE’s representative on Freedom of the Media, Harlem Désir stated.
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By Kelsey LeBrun Keswani | January 29, 2018
If the four pillars of a democratic nation are equity, representation, freedom and justice, Turkey is dangerously close to losing its claim to democracy.
At least four journalists and reportedly more than 100 social media users were jailed this past week in Turkey as a result of posting comments critical of Turkish operations in Northern Syria on social media. On Friday, the Organisation for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) called for their immediate release. “I recall that journalists should not be instructed on the content of their work and that press freedom must be respected at all times. It is a journalist’s job to present different views and inform the public, even if the content contains criticism,” OSCE’s representative on Freedom of the Media, Harlem Désir stated.
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Is US bailing on Syrian Kurds?
Is US bailing on Syrian Kurds?
Article Summary
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan ignores appeals for restraint in northern Syria, appears to have gotten Washington to end support for the YPG.
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Article Summary
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan ignores appeals for restraint in northern Syria, appears to have gotten Washington to end support for the YPG.
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Sunday, January 28, 2018
Istanbul hospital’s cover-up of teen pregnancy just tip of iceberg
Istanbul hospital’s cover-up of teen pregnancy just tip of iceberg
Pinar Tremblay January 28, 2018
An Istanbul hospital covered up 115 cases of underage pregnancy, refusing to report the cases to police as required by law.
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Pinar Tremblay January 28, 2018
An Istanbul hospital covered up 115 cases of underage pregnancy, refusing to report the cases to police as required by law.
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What lurks behind Turkey’s unending emergency rule?
What lurks behind Turkey’s unending emergency rule?
Sibel Hurtas January 28, 2018
Article Summary Alarm grows in Turkey over the government’s intentions after a sixth extension of the state of emergency, declared over the 2016 coup attempt.
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Sibel Hurtas January 28, 2018
Article Summary Alarm grows in Turkey over the government’s intentions after a sixth extension of the state of emergency, declared over the 2016 coup attempt.
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Turkey-backed forces capture strategic hill overlooking Afrin | News | DW | 28.01.2018
Turkey-backed forces capture strategic hill overlooking Afrin
Turkish troops captured a strategic hill near Afrin as Turkey intensified its offensive against the Syrian Kurdish YPG group. President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has vowed again to "clean" Turkey's entire border with Syria.
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Turkish troops captured a strategic hill near Afrin as Turkey intensified its offensive against the Syrian Kurdish YPG group. President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has vowed again to "clean" Turkey's entire border with Syria.
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Saturday, January 27, 2018
Can Brad Pitt save Turkey’s tourism industry?
Can Brad Pitt save Turkey’s tourism industry?
Mehmet Cetingulec January 26, 2018
Turkey is looking to Hollywood for support as its tourism industry struggles to rebound from terrorism, last year's coup and a decline in tourist spending.
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Mehmet Cetingulec January 26, 2018
Turkey is looking to Hollywood for support as its tourism industry struggles to rebound from terrorism, last year's coup and a decline in tourist spending.
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Friday, January 26, 2018
No Cushy Digs for Turkish Gold Trader Who Helped Convict Banker - Bloomberg
No Cushy Digs for Turkish Gold Trader Who Helped Convict Banker
By Christian Berthelsen January 26, 2018, 5:49 PM EST
When gold trader Reza Zarrab was taken from a U.S. jail after agreeing to testify about Turkish efforts to help Iranian sanctions evasion, speculation flourished about the luxe confines he might have found himself in.
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By Christian Berthelsen January 26, 2018, 5:49 PM EST
When gold trader Reza Zarrab was taken from a U.S. jail after agreeing to testify about Turkish efforts to help Iranian sanctions evasion, speculation flourished about the luxe confines he might have found himself in.
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Turkey's Erdogan vows to fight Kurdish forces as far as Iraq - BBC News
Turkey's Erdogan vows to fight Kurdish forces as far as Iraq
Turkey is prepared to take its fight against Kurdish forces in northern Syria as far east as Iraq, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has said.
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Turkey is prepared to take its fight against Kurdish forces in northern Syria as far east as Iraq, President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has said.
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Thursday, January 25, 2018
Premier Yildirim launches Turkey Card for all citizens
Premier Yildirim launches Turkey Card for all citizens
Turks will now be able to use one card for multiple services, including public transport, business transactions
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Turks will now be able to use one card for multiple services, including public transport, business transactions
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Here's What to Watch as Turkish Banks Kick Off Earnings Season - Bloomberg
Here's What to Watch as Turkish Banks Kick Off Earnings Season
By Asli Kandemir
and Constantine Courcoulas
January 24, 2018, 9:00 PM EST
A government-backed credit boom that underpinned Turkish bank earnings last year is fizzling out and investors are about to get their first glimpse into how lenders are coping.
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By Asli Kandemir
and Constantine Courcoulas
January 24, 2018, 9:00 PM EST
A government-backed credit boom that underpinned Turkish bank earnings last year is fizzling out and investors are about to get their first glimpse into how lenders are coping.
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