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Some of Istanbul’s old neighborhoods are struggling to modernize. The Turkish government is razing buildings to make way for new homes. But in the process, some argue, the original character of the neighborhoods is being destroyed, along with the fabric of the communities that live there. Aaron Schachter reports from Istanbul.

• Slideshow: Istanbul gentrification
• Article on Sulukule from The Guardian newspaper
• Podcast: Istanbul, A Past and Future City

See also

• November 9, 2009 -- Entire program – November 9, 2009
• November 9, 2009 -- Mideast consultation
• November 9, 2009 -- Americans face espionage charge in Iran
• November 9, 2009 -- Danger tourism