Tag: Recep Tayyip Erdogan
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EU chief complains Turkish leader was sexist
A meeting between Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen resulted in complaints by von der Leyen about sexism. Only two chairs were set up for the meeting in Ankara, and one of them had already been taken by European Council President Charles Michel. The Associated Press has the…
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Turkey and Libya cooperate on maritime borders
Angering Greece and Cyprus, the nations of Turkey and Libya have forged ahead on their own reaffirming their commitment to a controversial 2019 maritime agreement. Turkey is trying to help the ravaged country of Libya, but Greece and Cyprus say it undermines the rights of other eastern Mediterranean countries. The Associated Press has the story:…
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Turkey detains former admirals over coup concerns
The government of Turkey is not taking any chances when it comes to risks of another military coup. Ten retired admirals were detained after they held a midnight meeting supportive of an international shipping treaty, something that could be interpreted as supporting a military coup. The Associated Press has the story: Ten retired admirals detained…