By: Deniz Zeyrek / Al Monitor (translated from Radikal) Recent remarks by the U.S. ambassador to Turkey suggest that bilateral ties between the two states are waning, with Turkey’s stance toward al-Qaeda member Suleiman Abu Ghaith being a point of contention.
Author: TUSIAD US
Iraqi Kurds press on with oil pipe to Turkey despite U.S. fears
By: Reuters Iraqi Kurdistan will press ahead with building its own oil export pipeline to Turkey, the region’s energy minister said on Thursday, despite U.S. objections due to fears the project could lead to the break-up of Iraq.
Deputy Secretary of Defense Ash Carter arrives in Turkey
U.S. deputy secretary of defense arrived on Monday in the Turkish capital, Ankara, for a series of talks with Turkish officials, including the country’s defense minister. “U.S. Deputy Secretary of Defense Dr. Ash Carter has arrived in Turkey to continue Read More …
TUSIAD Turkey Letter: 4 February 2013
THIS WEEK: FOREIGN POLICY • Deputy Secretary of Defense in Turkey • Suicide blast kills U.S. Embassy guard in Turkey • Second set of NATO Patriot missiles in Turkey go active • France vows to rekindle Turkey’s frozen EU bid Read More …
Washington Gündemi: 4 Şubat 2013
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