Turkish-Israeli rift a concern for U.S. - Gates

LONDON, June 9 | Wed Jun 9, 2010 6:07am EDT

LONDON, June 9 (Reuters) - U.S. Defense Secretary Robert Gates said on Wednesday he was concerned about the deterioration in relations between Turkey and Israel and the implications for regional stability, and expressed hope ties would be re-established over time.

European reluctance to boost links with Turkey played a role in pushing Ankara eastward, Gates told reporters in London. (Reporting by Adam Entous; Editing by Jon Boyle)

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