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1. Russian Envoy Gunned Down By Lone Turk.

Author

ARANGO, TIM, GLADSTONE, RICK, Nechepurenko, Ivan, Matsnev, Oleg, Kramer, Andrew E., Timur, Safak, Shoumali, Karam, Chan, Sewell, Harris, Gardiner, and Rousseau, Bryant

Subjects
*ASSASSINATION, *TERRORISM, *OPERATION Inherent Resolve, 2014-, *PUBLIC demonstrations, *SOCIAL history, *TWENTY-first century, RUSSIA-Turkey relations
Abstract

The article discusses the assassination of Russia's ambassador to Turkey, Andrey G. Karlov, at an art exhibit in Istanbul, Turkey by a Turkish gunman who was killed by police in the shootout. Topics include the gunman's outbursts regarding the situation in Aleppo, Syria during the terrorist attack, foreign relations between Turkey and Russia regarding the assassination and the Syrian conflict, and protests by Turks against Russia's support for the Syrian government in the conflict.

Published
2016

2. After Coup Attempt, Turkey Enjoys a Rare Period of Unity.

Author

YEGINSU, CEYLAN, Arango, Tim, and Timur, Safak

Subjects
*CONCORD, *POLITICAL opposition -- History, *POLITICAL purges, *SOLIDARITY, *PUBLIC demonstrations, *TWENTY-first century, SOCIAL conditions in Turkey, TURKISH history, 1960-
Abstract

The article discusses the author's claim that Turkey is enjoying a period of unity in the aftermath of an attempted military coup d'état in 2016, and it mentions public opinions about Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, as well as united opposition to military coups and the potential movement of Muslim cleric Fethullad Gulen who is living in self-exile in Pennsylvania. A political rally in Istanbul, Turkey is examined, along with solidarity and purges of Gulen's supporters.

Published
2016

3. In Istanbul's Heart, Leader's Obsession, Perhaps Achilles' Heel.

Author

KIMMELMAN, MICHAEL

Subjects
*PUBLIC demonstrations, *PUBLIC spaces, *URBAN planning, *TWENTY-first century, TURKISH politics & government
Abstract

The article discusses the 2013 protests in Turkey's Taksim Square in Istanbul in which primarily young Turkish citizens have demonstrated their opposition to Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan's efforts to turn the public area into a pedestrian zone with a shopping mall, mosque, and traffic tunnels. It notes how the gathering of citizens in a public space has created a crisis for the Turkish government and particular attention is given to Erdogan's involvement in urban planning efforts.

Published
2013

4. As Turks Challenge Their Leaders Power, He Tries to Expand It.

Author

ARANGO, TIM, Arsu, Segnem, and Yeginsu, Ceylan

Subjects
*PUBLIC demonstrations, *ISLAM & politics, *TWENTY-first century, *SOCIAL history, TURKISH politics & government, 1980-
Abstract

The article discusses Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan's response to protests against his government in Istanbul, Turkey as of June 3, 2013, highlighting Erdogan's attempts to expand his power and his dismissal of the protests. Topics addressed include his political and Islamic views, and criticisms over his alleged pride as a leader.

Published
2013

5. Behind Protests of Building Plans, Larger Fight Over Turkish Identity.

Author

ARANGO, TIM

Subjects
*PUBLIC demonstrations, *URBAN policy, *URBAN planning -- Social aspects, *TWENTY-first century, *SOCIAL history, TURKISH politics & government
Abstract

The article discusses protests in Istanbul, Turkey over the urban development policies of the government of Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan as of June 2, 2013. Topics addressed include conflict between secular and Islamic attitudes in Turkey, changes to Istanbul since the election of Erdogan, and the government's response to demonstrations in Istanbul's Taksim square.

Published
2013

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