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Turkey’s Rise on World Stage Makes Waves in the West
Nine years ago, Namik Tan wrapped up his last tour of duty in Washington as first counselor at the Turkish Embassy and flew back to Ankara. Barely two weeks later, Muslim terrorists drove planes through the World Trade Center and Pentagon.
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First leader of Belarus calls for sanctions against Alexander Lukashenko
The first leader of independent Belarus is calling for sanctions against his successor, Alexander Lukashenko.
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Polish president's visit to Russia depends on plane crash report
The Polish president's visit to Russia on the anniversary of last year's deadly plane crash depends on how the two states proceed with the investigation into causes of the tragedy, an adviser said
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Iran invites EU, Russia to nuclear sites
Iran has invited Russia, China, the European Union and its allies among the Arab and developing world to tour its nuclear sites, in an apparent move to gain support ahead of a new round of talks with six world powers.
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Estonia Seeks Stability, Security with Eurozone Membership
Estonia starts the new year with a new currency and aspirations for greater integration with Europe though the switch, coming after a troublous year for the euro zone and the euro, calls into question the wisdom and timing of Estonia's membership.
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Iran to supply 70MW electricity to Afghanistan, Pakistan
Iran will export 70MW of electricity to Afghanistan and Pakistan this Iranian year (which ends on March 20).
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Serbian Eco Minister Opposes Bulgaria's Nuclear Project
Serbia's participation in the project to build a second Bulgarian nuclear power plant located in Belene is not feasible, according to Serbian Environment Minister, Oliver Dulic.
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Russian-Ukrainian Relations: Moving Closer
The election of Viktor Yanukovych as president has brought a dramatic improvement in Russian-Ukrainian relations. Concrete achievements include long-term agreements on gas export price and the Russian navy’s lease of its base at Sevastopol. A major outstanding issue is the relationship between Gazprom and Naftohaz Ukrainy, which will likely be the topic of intensive future discussion.
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