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Turkey's spat with Germany

Interview: Emma WallisMarch 31, 2016

A satirical song broadcast on German television this week has caused a diplomatic row between Berlin and Ankara. The tune pokes fun at Turkish President Erdogan and mentions his crackdown on journalists and critics of his ruling party. The song prompted Turkey to summon the German ambassador, while officials in Germany stressed the importance of free speech. Correspondent Dorian Jones has more.

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