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Merhaba It is time for lucidity We meet again with a new special edition in English of Anadolu, a unique magazine in Belgium. For those who do not know us, simply note that we receive neither support nor subvention from anyone. Our team of volunteers enjoy a total freedom of speech and work free from pressure exerted by the diplomats, governments and politicians. We do not claim to be "objective". We are firmly pro-European and pro-Turkish. We believe in a Europe which is open-minded, multicultural and secular and to which Turkey belongs. We are very attached to Europe's democratic and humanist values. Also, we are very attached to the secular values of the Republic of Turkey. We struggle for more democracy, human rights, solidarity, understanding and integration. The EU will take a decision concerning Turkey's accession at the end of the year. This decision will undoubtedly be "historical" and with "no return" whatever its content may be. A "yes" to Turkey will change the course of history in Europe, whereas a "no" will prove a failure for everyone. In any case, we will then see clearer, like in Cyprus, who says "yes" to peace, to stability and to the mix of civilizations, and who says "no" or even worse, look for solutions to gain time to maintain the status quo. Obviously, there are criticisms and pessimistic views. We must not ignore them, however we remain optimistic and confident. We expect a decision which will certainly be "difficult" but beneficial to the EU and correct, honest and fair towards Turkey. This long-standing ally represents the only democratic and secular country within the Muslim world. There are a few million Turks or citizens of Turkish origin living in the EU. We are therefore greatly interested in and preoccupied with the conclusion of this marvellous project of EU enlargement to which participates one of Europe's most fascinating countries, Turkey. We are very proud of our country of origin and its great potential, beauty, ethnical and cultural wealth with its young, affable and patient people…We would like to be proud of the EU too. One thing is certain: at the end of the year, one will reveal its true colours, which is a good thing. No one will waste time discussing unnecessarily anymore, neither Turkey nor the EU. Whether it makes or breaks, there will be a new start. And even if the directions and destinations change, it will be better to move on and face reality. What Turkey and the EU need is to look to the future and have a clearer understanding of it. This is why all should reveal their true colours. The time has come to take responsibility for deciding and accept the consequences.
We are confident. Dolunay Uluç Candan Marché Editorial team Aslı Özçeri, Sofie Brutsaert, İlker Temir, Filiz Özalp, Erhan Erer, Nazan Uğur, Murat Başaran, Arzu Yücel Kömür, Elif Ekemen, Hayri Uluç. WITH THE KIND CONTRIBUTION OF Bahadır Kaleağası, Hürrem Cansevdi, Kemal Doğan, Mithat Serhadlıoğlu, Gül Nur Ekemen, Mehmet Öksüz, Seçkin Erdem, Nesrin Akören, Selami Tüysüz, Sadık Öğretir, Sevtap Tosun, Sıtkı Uluç, Yavuz Zeren, Yusuf Çınal.