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Turkish authorities seize Bank Asya, an Islamic lender, as part of an ongoing effort to bring the bank under government control. The move follows a prolonged period of political dispute, which significantly impacted Bank Asya's assets and led to a run by depositors. This development reflects the challenges faced by the financial sector in Turkey and raises concerns about potential political influence on banking regulations.
Saturday, 30 May, 2015