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The Post-Coup Purge of Turkey's Air Force - War on the Rocks Mon, 19 Sep 2016 13:20:00 GMT

War on the Rocks

The Post-Coup Purge of Turkey's Air Force War on the Rocks On July 15, 2016, members of the Turkish Air Force and Army attempted to topple Turkey's elected government by coup. In the wake of the failed coup, over 80,000 civil servants have been suspended, including over 100 admirals and generals. Among those ... Turkey's Erdogan wants bigger 'safe zone' in SyriaUPI.com Turkey's Army Is Driving Deeper Into Syria as Latest Truce FraysBloomberg Turkey's Erdogan plans to expand Syrian military op, wants 'safe zones'RT Reuters -Barron's (blog) -Deutsche Welle all 106 news articles »

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8000-Year-Old Female Figurine Uncovered in Central Turkey - New York Times Mon, 19 Sep 2016 17:21:01 GMT

New York Times

8000-Year-Old Female Figurine Uncovered in Central Turkey New York Times A seven-inch figurine found in Turkey that dates to 8,000 years ago. Credit Jason Quinlan/Stanford University, via Associated Press. Whoever she was, she had achieved celebrity status. At Catalhoyuk, an ancient site in central Turkey, archaeologists ... and more »

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Turkey fires almost 28000 teachers over terrorism links: deputy PM - The Globe and Mail Mon, 19 Sep 2016 17:20:11 GMT

The Globe and Mail

Turkey fires almost 28000 teachers over terrorism links: deputy PM The Globe and Mail Turkey has sacked or suspended some 100,000 civil servants including judges, prosecutors, police officers and teachers since a group of rogue soldiers tried to topple the government. At least 40,000 people have been detained for suspected links to ... Turkey: 27700 teachers dismissed over terror linksAnadolu Agency Turkey sacks 28000 teachers allegedly linked to coup, Kurdish militantsThe Japan Times all 6 news articles »

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Turkey-backed rebels could push further south in Syria, Erdogan says - Reuters Mon, 19 Sep 2016 09:03:29 GMT

Reuters

Turkey-backed rebels could push further south in Syria, Erdogan says Reuters ANKARA/ISTANBUL Turkey-backed rebels may extend their zone of control in northern Syria by pushing south and are now targeting the Islamic State-held town of al-Bab, Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said on Monday. Turkey's "safety zone" in the region ... Report: Turkey Detains 2 Would-Be IS Suicide BombersNew York Times Syria, Turkey's Syrians and KurdsHurriyet Daily News Turkey rescues US special forces from ISISPravda Yahoo News all 372 news articles »

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The EU's desperate attempt to woo Turkey shows the European project is nearing its final gasp - Telegraph.co.uk Mon, 19 Sep 2016 16:57:00 GMT

Telegraph.co.uk

The EU's desperate attempt to woo Turkey shows the European project is nearing its final gasp Telegraph.co.uk And it is over Turkey that one sees how desperate the EU has become in its frantic scramble to save its own credibility. A country whose leader is so assiduously loathed by the EU chiefs, yet one who they are happy to bargain with to save their own necks.

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Turkey blocks Syrian refugees from resettlement in the US – for ... - The Guardian Mon, 19 Sep 2016 10:01:36 GMT

The Guardian

Turkey blocks Syrian refugees from resettlement in the US – for ... The Guardian Turkish officials argue the most vulnerable deserve priority resettlement. Some question whether a degree makes refugees less vulnerable. and more »

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Syria Conflict: Turkey Targets ISIS, Plans Safe Zone As Ceasefire Deal Crumbles - International Business Times Mon, 19 Sep 2016 10:42:00 GMT

International Business Times

Syria Conflict: Turkey Targets ISIS, Plans Safe Zone As Ceasefire Deal Crumbles International Business Times Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan announced Monday he will discuss the Syrian war at the U.N. General Assembly meeting in New York. Monday's U.N. summit will discuss the large-scale forced displacement of nearly 65.3 million people, focusing ... and more »

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18 million children head to school in Turkey - Hurriyet Daily News Mon, 19 Sep 2016 15:06:41 GMT

Hurriyet Daily News

18 million children head to school in Turkey Hurriyet Daily News Some 7 million people above the age of 15 are illiterate in Turkey, according to statistics released by the UNESCO Institute for Statistics to mark the 50th International Literacy Day on Sept. 8. The number corresponds to nearly one-eleventh of Turkey ... and more »

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Israel issues travel warnings for Turkey, Sinai - Ynetnews Mon, 19 Sep 2016 16:05:06 GMT

Ynetnews

Israel issues travel warnings for Turkey, Sinai Ynetnews Israel issues travel warnings for Turkey, Sinai. The High Holy Days are a favored time for terrorists to try and commit terror attacks; the Israeli Bureau for Counter Terrorism has issued travel warnings against various countries, and recommends ... Israeli Security Officials: Avoid Turkey, Sinai Over Chagim Periodhttp://hamodia.com all 3 news articles »

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Daesh suspects with suicide belts detained in SE Turkey - Anadolu Agency Mon, 19 Sep 2016 16:57:14 GMT

Anadolu Agency

Daesh suspects with suicide belts detained in SE Turkey Anadolu Agency Hundreds of people have lost their lives in Daesh terror attacks in Turkey, where the organization has targeted civilians with suicide bombings, rocket fire and gun attacks. Daesh has repeatedly targeted Turkey's Kilis province, which borders Syria. It ... Operation in Syria aims to ensure Turkey's securityTrend News Agency Turkey has no eye on any country's territory: Army chief Hulusi AkarHurriyet Daily News Two Daesh suicide bombers captured in SE TurkeyYeni Şafak English Daily Sabah -Business Standard all 57 news articles »