Council conclusions on Turkey

On the 18 July 2016, the Council of the European Union adopted conclusions on Turkey. The European Union condemned the attempted coup of the 15 July 2016 and underlined the need to respect democracy, human rights and fundamental freedoms as Turkey is a candidate country and a key partner for the European Union.

• Primary Source

ESO: Background information: Turkish military claims to have taken control of the country / Coup attempt falters in Turkey http://www.europeansources.info/record/turkish-military-claims-to-have-taken-control-of-the-country-coup-attempt-falters-in-turkey/

ESO: Background information: Foreign Affairs Council, 18 July 2016 http://www.europeansources.info/record/foreign-affairs-council-18-july-2016/

Euro|Topics: Debates, July 2016: Can Turkey still become a member of the EU? http://www.eurotopics.net/en/162736/can-turkey-still-become-a-member-of-the-eu

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