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Coronavirus 'Immunity Certificates' Being Considered By Government

Apr 02, 2020

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Steven Caulker: 'It is really hostile at these grounds but I love it'

Mar 30, 2020

Alanyaspor defender on Turkish football, how he stays out of ‘a dark place’ and what the world can learn from coronavirus crisis

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Former Turkey goalkeeper Rustu Recber in hospital with coronavirus

Mar 29, 2020

Rustu’s wife says this is a ‘critical period’ for her husband108 have died from Covid-19 in TurkeyFormer Turkey goalkeeper Rustu Recber has been taken to hospital after testing positive for the coronavirus and is currently in a “critical period”, his wife said late on Saturday.“We have taken my husband Rustu to hospital with a Covid-19 diagnosis.

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Turkey coronavirus deaths pass 100: health minister

Mar 28, 2020

More than 100 people have died from the novel coronavirus in Turkey, Health Minister Fahrettin Koca announced Saturday, as 1,704 new cases were recorded.

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Erdogan says Turkey will overcome coronavirus in two-three weeks through measures

Mar 25, 2020

Turkey will overcome the coronavirus outbreak in two to three weeks through good measures, with as little damage as possible, President Tayyip Erdogan said on Wednesday, adding that he expected patience, understanding and support from Turks in the process.

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Syria's Assad discusses Idlib truce with Russian minister

Mar 23, 2020

Syria's president hosted Russia's defense minister on Monday to discuss a recent cease-fire in rebel-held northwestern Syria, which ended rare direct fighting between Syrian and Turkish troops.

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EU Governments Reach Breakthrough Over Balkans Expansion Plan

Mar 23, 2020

(Bloomberg) -- European Union governments revived the membership hopes of North Macedonia and Albania by overcoming a French roadblock after months of deliberations, according to an EU official.

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John Obi Mikel leaves Trabzonspor over concern Turkey season is continuing

Mar 18, 2020

Super Lig team confirms contract has been mutually terminated‘There is more to life than football,’ says former Chelsea playerJohn Obi Mikel has left Trabzonspor days after the former Chelsea midfielder said he did not feel comfortable with top-flight games in Turkey being played despite the coronavirus pandemic.

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Turkey-Russia patrols start amid protests on Syrian highway

Mar 15, 2020

Turkish and Russian troops began joint patrols Sunday on a key highway in northwestern Syria, Turkey’s Defense Ministry said, while both the Russian government and Syrian opposition activists said the patrols were shortened because of protests.

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Uefa to consider postponing Euro 2020 until next summer over coronavirus

Mar 12, 2020

Governing body will hold meeting on TuesdayUefa to discuss options for Champions LeagueUefa is considering postponing the European Championships until next summer as it attempts to deal with the escalating coronavirus pandemic.

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Putin Saw a World in Turmoil and Decided It Needs More Putin

Mar 12, 2020

(Bloomberg) -- Vladimir Putin changed his mind and backed a plan to allow him to run for two more presidential terms because of the current turbulent period in the world, his spokesman said, in the Kremlin’s first public explanation of a move that would let him rule until 2036.

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U.S. says in talks with NATO allies to provide Turkey military aid

Mar 10, 2020

The U.S. is discussing with its NATO allies what they can offer Turkey in terms of military assistance in Idlib and discussing measures that may be taken if Russia and the Syrian government breaks a ceasefire, officials said on Tuesday.

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Virus fears, violence hit International Women's Day rallies

Mar 08, 2020

Hundreds of thousands took to the streets across the globe to mark International Women's Day on Sunday, despite many events in Asia being cancelled because of the coronavirus outbreak and attacks on women at some events in Europe and Asia.

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'The Only Choice Is to Wait for Death'

Mar 07, 2020

IDLIB, Syria -- Before the war in Syria, Idlib city, with its tree-lined avenues and white-stone buildings, was known for its calm, provincial air.

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Saudi Arabia 'arrests three members of royal family'

Mar 06, 2020

Three senior members of Saudi Arabia's royal family, including King Salman's brother, have been arrested and accused of plotting to overthrow the secretive kingdom's leadership.

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Turkey's drones provide crucial edge in Syria

Mar 03, 2020

Turkish news channels have been dominated this week by a steady stream of black-and-white drone footage showing the destruction of Syrian regime targets in rebel-held Idlib.

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Syrian pilot killed as Turkey downs warplane: monitor

Mar 02, 2020

A Turkish fighter jet Tuesday downed a Syrian regime warplane in the northwestern Idlib province and the pilot was killed, a monitoring group said.

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Turkey downs Syrian fighter jet in northwest Idlib

Mar 03, 2020

Turkey shot down a Syrian fighter jet in Syria's Idlib province Tuesday, marking the third such incident in as many days, as steady clashes between the two national armies continued over a Russia-backed Syrian government offensive near the Turkish border.

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Greece tries to halt thousands of migrants, sparking UN rebuke

Mar 02, 2020

Greece struggled on Monday to stop a growing throng of migrants from crossing its border with Turkey, as the UN urged Greece to honour its commitments under international law.

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Turkey, Syria fighting escalates; refugees mass at EU border

Mar 01, 2020

Thousands of migrants and refugees massed at Turkey's western frontier Sunday, trying to enter Greece by land and sea after Turkey said its borders were open to those hoping to head to Europe.

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Daniel Sturridge's Trabzonspor contract terminated after six months

Mar 02, 2020

Former Liverpool striker signed three-year deal in AugustSturridge scored seven goals in 16 appearances in TurkeyDaniel Sturridge’s time playing in Turkey appears to be at an end after his three-year contract with Trabzonspor was terminated on Monday.

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Greeks fear 'invasion' of migrants across Turkish border

Mar 01, 2020

Greece was on a state of alert Sunday as it faced an influx of thousands of migrants seeking to cross the border from Turkey, with locals fearing a new immigration crisis.

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Europe Risks New Migration Meltdown as Erdogan Opens Floodgates

Mar 01, 2020

(Bloomberg) -- Europe risks a repeat of a migration crisis that five years ago tested its political limits and physical borders as increasing numbers of refugees gather anew on its doorstep.

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'Are we in Greece?': Migrants seize their chance in Europe quest

Feb 29, 2020

Some attempt to cut through a barbed wire fence while others hunt for wood and rocks to throw at police.

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Greece pushes back migrants after Turkish border 'onslaught'

Feb 29, 2020

Greek police fired teargas to push back hundreds of stone-throwing migrants trying to cross the border from Turkey on Saturday, as a crisis over Syria shifted onto the European Union's doorstep.

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Turkey raises migrant pressure on Europe over Syria conflict

Feb 29, 2020

Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Saturday threatened to let thousands of refugees cross into Europe and warned Damascus would "pay a price" after dozens of Turkish troops were killed inside Syria.

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Greece pushes back migrants on Turkish border 'onslaught'

Feb 29, 2020

Greek police fired teargas to push back hundreds of migrants gathered on its border with Turkey on Saturday, as a crisis over Syria shifted onto the European Union's doorstep.

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It’s 2020. Women Can Propose Whenever They Want

Feb 29, 2020

On 29 February, we expect the onslaught of adverts and articles telling women the world over: “This is the day you’re allowed to propose.”

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Turkey Will Allow Up to One Million Syrian Refugees to Breach Its Borders to Reach Europe

Feb 28, 2020

Turkey will allow up to one million Syrian refugees to pass through its territory to reach Europe ahead of a Russian-backed Syrian government offensive on the last rebel-held territory in the war-torn country.

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Official: Turkey won't stop Syrian refugees from going to Europe

Feb 27, 2020

A senior Turkish official on Thursday said Turkey will no longer attempt to stop Syrian refugees heading to Europe.

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President Erdogan's options narrow as Russia presses Syrian crisis to Turkey's doorstep

Feb 27, 2020

With nearly one million displaced Syrians massing near the Turkish border in the face of a Syrian government military offensive, President Tayyip Erdogan’s options are narrowing.

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Iran Can’t Hide Its Coronavirus Explosion, But It’s Trying Hard—and Putting the World in Danger

Feb 27, 2020

Iran’s deputy health minister was drenched in sweat at the press conference on Monday where he vehemently denied Tehran was covering up the extent of the coronavirus outbreak.

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Ben Cooper, Western Star of ‘Johnny Guitar’ and ‘Bonanza,’ Dies at 86

Feb 26, 2020

Ben Cooper, a Western star of films and TV like “Johnny Guitar,” “Bonanza,” “Rawhide” and more, died in his sleep on Monday according to his nephew on the actor’s Facebook fan page.

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Erdogan rules out even 'smallest step back' in Syria's Idlib

Feb 26, 2020

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Wednesday vowed Turkey would not take even the "smallest step back" in an escalating stand-off with Damascus and Russia over the northern Syrian region of Idlib.

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Iran neighbours impose travel bans as coronavirus toll rises

Feb 23, 2020

Iran's confirmed death toll from the new coronavirus rose to eight on Sunday, the highest outside China, sending neighbouring countries scrambling to contain the outbreak.

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Eight dead in Turkey as 5.7 earthquake strikes western Iran

Feb 23, 2020

Eight people were killed in Turkey in a magnitude 5.7 earthquake that struck western Iran early Sunday morning, Turkish Interior Minister Suleiman Soylu said.

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Ladder to safety: Syrians eye escape over Turkey border

Feb 22, 2020

Abu Jabber has a plan to escape the Syrian regime's advance: he has built a ladder from rusty metal for him and his 11 children to climb over the Turkish border wall.

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Baby Names That Have Been Banned Around The World

Feb 21, 2020

A lot of people have strong opinions about baby names. A lot of governments do, too.

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Germany's immigrant community in Hanau reeling after attack

Feb 20, 2020

In the German town of Hanau, a longtime immigrant destination with decades of coexistence between people of different origins, residents were left with the fear Thursday that their community was targeted after a gunman shot and killed nine people of foreign background.

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Turkey’s Erdogan Joins In on Vilification of Soros

Feb 18, 2020

(Bloomberg) -- An Istanbul court acquitted prominent businessman Osman Kavala of charges of plotting to overthrow the government during mass protests that shook the country in 2013.

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Russia and Turkey are close but will disagree, Lavrov says

Feb 15, 2020

Russia has good ties with Turkey but will sometimes disagree, Russia's Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov said on Saturday.

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Turkey hits back at Moscow over Idlib claims

Feb 15, 2020

Turkey on Saturday hit back at Russian accusations of failing to honour a 2018 deal by insisting it carried out its responsibilities in Idlib, Syria's last major rebel bastion.

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The UK Is Holding 'Highly Secret Trade Talks' With Unnamed Countries

Feb 14, 2020

UK negotiators have held trade talks with at least one unknown country in total secrecy, it has been claimed.

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This Couple's Wedding Rings Are Made From Kindness And Other People's Jewellery

Feb 14, 2020

Sophie Tompkins vividly remembers the smell of vanilla that hit her as she walked down the aisle on her wedding day – it came from the flickering candles either side of her, as she walked towards her husband-to-be Michael. “Vanilla reminds us completely of the wedding now,” she says.

Media

Use threat of sanctions to protect journalists, Clooney report urges

Feb 13, 2020

Panel led by Amal Clooney wants targeted action against those who deny free expression

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Chloe Haines: Jet2 Air Rage Passenger Who Tried To Open Door Mid-Flight Jailed For Two Years

Feb 12, 2020

A woman with “insane strength” who assaulted an airline steward while drunk and tried to open the doors of a plane mid-flight has been jailed for two years.

World

Syrian troops gain territory in push to control key highway

Feb 08, 2020

Syrian government forces captured new areas from insurgents in their efforts to control a key highway in the northwest Saturday, as Turkey sent more reinforcements into the war-torn country, state media and opposition activists said.

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Before 1917: revisiting the greatest first world war movies

Jan 10, 2020

The release of Sam Mendes’s Oscar-tipped first world war thriller places it in a limited subset of films covering a harrowing and violent period of time

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Iran says it is ready to mediate between Turkey and Syria

Feb 08, 2020

Iran is ready to help Turkey and Syria resolve their differences over the nearly nine-year-old war in Syria, the Foreign Ministry said on Saturday, adding that Tehran backs the sovereignty of its key regional ally Damascus.

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Three dead, scores hurt, in Turkey plane accident

Feb 05, 2020

Three people have died and 179 were injured when a plane skidded off the runway at an Istanbul airport, caught fire and split into three after landing in rough weather.

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