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One out of every two people believe women should stay home

According to a survey conducted by Ipsos for Reuters News Agency due to yesterday being International Women’s Day, in India 54% and in Turkey 52% believe that ‘a woman’s place is in the home.’
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Giant PKK operation in Belgium

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In Belgium, approximately 300 police have conducted raids on important bases believed to belong to the PKK terrorist organization....
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“Turkey has made wonderful progress”

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England’s Prime Minister Brown attended a Turkish night held in London and stated; “I want to congratulate the wonderful progress and change experienced by Turkey over the recent years.”...
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Ankara increases pressure on Washington

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In two days time, the U.S. House of Representatives will be voting on a resolution claiming the Armenians were subject to genocide in 1915. Turkish officials are conducting lobbying efforts prior to the voting on the motion, however President Obama is expected to step in at the last minute to ensure the resolution is not adopted....
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Tanzania awaits Turkish businessmen

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During his first official visit to Turkey, Tanzanian President Kikwete stated; “Every moment of this trip was productive. Both my economic and diplomatic expectations were met. We are awaiting Turkish businessmen in our country.”...
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“Turkey is an appropriate model for the region”

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Speaker of Turkey’s Grand National Assembly Mehmet Ali Şahin met with Bahrain Crown Prince Al Khalifa and Council Assembly Chairman Ali Bin Saleh Al Saleh during a trip to Bahrain....
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Cut off from the world

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Tension is escalating in Iran with celebrations for the anniversary of the establishment of the Islamic Republic being held throughout the nation. Due to restrictions put in place on internet access, communication with the country has been compromised. After the closure of social internet platforms Twitter and Youtube, it appears now there may be a ban on sending e-mails....
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Historical peace in the Balkans to be initiated in Ankara

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Turkey’s silent victory: Bosnia Herzegovina and Serbia will both announce tomorrow in Ankara that they will be sending reciprocal envoys....
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Pakistan and Iran to sign pipeline agreement in Turkey

Pakistan’s Minister of Petroleum and Natural Resources Nevid Kamer has announced that the agreement for the establishment of a pipeline between Pakistan and Iran, to which the US opposes, will be signed in Turkey before February 15th. ...
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Eyes of the alliance on Ankara

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The priority item on the agenda for the NATO meeting will be Ankara’s role in Afghanistan’s future. Meanwhile, today, Gül will speak with Rasmussen regarding the appointment of a Turk for his assistance and reaching a compromise with the Taliban....
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