by Bananiot » Mon Mar 31, 2008 6:27 pm
People have not realised yet that we are running short of time for solution. If we say to Talat that we do not talk with you and repeat this to Erdogan, because we want to talk to the generals, then another 35 years will go by and eventually there will be no Cyprob to solve.
The situation in Turkey is far from ideal but this is not an option that we can change. Erdogan has today embarked on a life or death struggle with a law suit by the generals against him, Gul and his party. If he comes through, his position will be very strong and that of the generals much weaker. Perhaps, eventually the army will retreat to the barracks and allow the politicians to formulate policies. This may take a long time, provided the democratic process in Turkey is allowed to flourish.
In the meantime we need to be active and focused on finding a solution and adopt to the situation as it is now. I find it terribly cynical to approve that Talat has absolutely no say in the unfolding events. If I believed this I might as well sign the death certificate of Cyprus. I still have faith in people and believe that Talat is a sincere person who is doing his best, under the circumstances.
As to the people calling him Toilet, the joke is on them.