Jan 05, 2003

ANKARA [MENL] -- For the first time in years, Turkey and Northern Cyprusare engaged in a public dispute over the future of the divided island.

Dec 20, 2002

WASHINGTON [MENL] -- The Bush administration has told Israel that it willnot participate in the U.S.-led war against Iraq.

Dec 19, 2002

WASHINGTON [MENL] -- The Bush administration has been urged to expand U.S.strategic relations with Turkey.

Dec 18, 2002

ANKARA [MENL] -- Greece and Turkey have resolved their dispute that blockedthe formation of a European Union military force.