SOUTHEAST TURKEY PRESS SUMMARY APRIL 22, 2004

UNCLAS ADANA 000049 SIPDIS E.O. 12958: N/A TAGS: PREL PINS PGOV PHUM IZ TU ADANA SUBJECT: SOUTHEAST TURKEY PRESS SUMMARY APRIL 22, 2004 This is the Southeastern Turkey press summary for April 22, ¶2004. Please note that Turkish press reports often contain errors or exaggerations; AmConsulate Adana does not vouch for the accuracy of the reports summarized here. POLITICAL, SECURITY, HUMAN RIGHTS Ulkede Gundem / In Cizre, Sirnak, two DEHAP members were stabbed by six unidentified attackers. It is reported that Turkish soldiers detained four of the attackers. CULTURE and TOURISM Hurriyet / The historical caves in Hasankeyf, Batman Province, will be used as hotels, cafes and restaurants. The GoT Tourism and Culture Director announced that the Turkish Government soon would approve a budget for the project. REID