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Press Statement
Adam Ereli, Deputy Spokesman
Washington, DC
April 3, 2006


Bombings in Turkey

The United States condemns the bombings by the Kurdistan Workers Party (PKK) that killed four people in Istanbul over the weekend. The United States also regrets the loss of life as a result of violent protests by PKK sympathizers in southeast Turkey and in Istanbul.

Turkey is a valued ally and close friend of the United States, and we stand together in our quest for regional stability and democratic reform. The United States calls on all parties to exercise restraint. We reiterate our strong condemnation of all terrorist groups, including the PKK. It is important to condemn this violence and stand against terrorists and their supporters.

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Released on April 3, 2006

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