Dear Readers,

I have always had the chance since 1970s to talk to you in various newspapers, and for the last one year, in Star in my column. My purpose was to give you information as much as I could do, and to shed light on different aspects of issues on the international agenda which closely concerned us and to point out, with very clear and lucid expressions, certain dangers that threatened or are threatening our nation. This was really an honourable thing for me. I would like to thank and express my gratitude to the Star management for the support and courtesy they paid to me. Unfortunately I have to give a break for my articles for a short time because of my long-distance travels and busy work schedule in summer months. Hoping to see you back again in autumn, I take a bow before you.

Dr. Zeynel Abidin ERDEM