ANKARA, Turkey — Turkey and the United States exchanged new threats of sanctions Aug. 17, keeping alive a diplomatic and financial crisis that is threatening the economic stability of the NATO country.
August 17, 2018Government, Business
US Threatens More Sanctions, Keeping Alive Turkish Crisis
Government, Business, Technology
Turkey to Step Up Tariffs on US Products
ANKARA, Turkey — Turkey on Aug. 15 said it is increasing tariffs on imports of certain U.S. products, including rice, cars, alcohol and coal — escalating a feud with the United States that has helped trigger a currency crisis.
August 15, 2018Government, Business, Technology
Turkey’s Erdogan Vows US Boycott, but Diplomats Resume Talks
Turkey’s president appeared to escalate a dispute with the United States that has helped foment a Turkish currency crisis, claiming Aug. 14 that his country will boycott U.S.-made electronic goods. Behind the scenes, however, diplomats resumed contact to ease tensions.
August 14, 2018