The Turkish Army Says It Will Not Shy Away from Defending Secularism

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BBC: The European Union has warned Turkey's military not to interfere in politics, amid a row over the Islamist-rooted ruling party's candidate for president.

EU Enlargement Commissioner Olli Rehn said the controversy was a test case for the military to respect democracy.

In a statement after a disputed vote by MPs on Friday, the army said it would defend Turkey's secular system. EU warns Turkish army over vote (Read on)

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