Organisation: Motherland Party

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Turkey commits troops to UN's Lebanon force

Turkey became the second Muslim country to commit troops to the expanded United Nations peacekeeping force in Lebanon, with the Ankara parliament voting in favour of deployment despite widespread public opposition.

Wed, 06 Sep, 2006

Turkish leaders opt for early election

THE leaders of Turkey's three-party ruling coalition agreed yesterday to hold early elections in November, as the government of ailing Prime Minister Bulent Ecevit lost its majority in parliament.

Wed, 17 Jul, 2002

Seventh resignation leaves Turkey teetering

TURKEY'S foreign minister one of the country's most popular politicians - resigned yesterday dealing a critical blow to ailing Premier Bulent Ecevit's chances of survival.

Fri, 12 Jul, 2002

Ailing Turkish premier admits he may have to call election

Beleaguered and ailing Turkish Prime Minister Bulent Ecevit admitted tonight he might have to agree to early elections as one his coalition allies gathered enough signatures to recall parliament and vote on early balloting.

Wed, 10 Jul, 2002