Ciller to face investigation

Ankara - A Turkish prosecutor yesterday started a fresh investigation against the former conservative prime minister, Ms Tansu…

Ankara - A Turkish prosecutor yesterday started a fresh investigation against the former conservative prime minister, Ms Tansu Ciller, who has been accused by the finance ministry of corruption. The ministry last week released a report which charged that Ms Ciller and her husband amassed assets through illegal means and tax evasion.

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