The Voice of Mirza Xazar

 

 

 

 

http://armyofheavens.blogspot.com/2009/06/i-have-just-finished-watching-two-hour.html

 

 

 

 

I have just finished watching a two-hour-long propaganda piece put together by the Russian government..urrr...the Russian media, masqueraded as a "counterfeit reportage" against the Mountain Jewish businessman, entrepreneur and philanthropist Telman Ismailov (Rus. Тельман Исмаилов).

 

 

Telman, who is the chairman of AST Group, and former owner of Moscow’s renowned Cherkizovsky Market, is being investigated on charges of "dangerous contraband and counterfeit" in a market he does not even own anymore.

 

 

 

"There is nothing more naive," says the reporter from Telekanal Rossiya (Russian TV Channel), "than to ask the local merchants for a certificate of the merchandise". Through a surveillance camera, the reporter shows us how easy it is to buy any certificate one wishes for, right there in the flea market. Just 17,000 Tadjiks are dealing and sleeping in the market, which sees a million people passing there daily, and brings a profit of a billion dollars yearly, according to the report.

 

 

 

Telman, who just opened his luxury hotel – Mardan Palace - in Antalya, the largest hotel on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea, costing him €1.4 billion, is said to have started selling off his Russian assets for more than a year now, and requests a Turkish citizenship. It seems he has crossed the path of Putin or one of his thugs, and now all of the sudden they notice the criminal activities occurring in the Moscow market, which just happens to be the largest such market in Russia.

 

 

 

According to the mainstream reports, it all started with the finding of smuggled goods worth $2 billion, placed in 6 thousand containers. Shoes and children's clothings were among the objects, which were found "unsuitable for use, threatening the health of children and will soon be destroyed," said the Prosecutor General.

 

 

From Putin's rhetoric it is evident that he wants Telman behind bars. Without commenting on the activities of Telman Ismailov, I can say from experience that he is venerated as a Godfather in the Jewish community both in Russia and beyond. He really helped many, many people.

 

 

 

The newly-build 7-star hotel, which according to another Russian magazine, "Arab sheikhs never saw such a palace in their dreams," also contains a house for Mr. Ismailov. I suspect he planned this project in anticipation of a Russian reaction to whatever 'misunderstanding' there was between him and the other oligarchs.

 

 

 

 

http://armyofheavens.blogspot.com/2009/06/i-have-just-finished-watching-two-hour.html

http://armyofheavens.blogspot.com/2009/06/i-have-just-finished-watching-two-hour.html

 

I have just finished watching a two-hour-long propaganda piece put together by the Russian government..urrr...the Russian media, masqueraded as a "counterfeit reportage" against the Mountain Jewish businessman, entrepreneur and philanthropist Telman Ismailov (Rus. Тельман Исмаилов).

Telman, who is the chairman of AST Group, and former owner of Moscow’s renowned Cherkizovsky Market, is being investigated on charges of "dangerous contraband and counterfeit" in a market he does not even own anymore.

 

"There is nothing more naive," says the reporter from Telekanal Rossiya (Russian TV Channel), "than to ask the local merchants for a certificate of the merchandise". Through a surveillance camera, the reporter shows us how easy it is to buy any certificate one wishes for, right there in the flea market. Just 17,000 Tadjiks are dealing and sleeping in the market, which sees a million people passing there daily, and brings a profit of a billion dollars yearly, according to the report.

 

Telman, who just opened his luxury hotel – Mardan Palace - in Antalya, the largest hotel on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea, costing him €1.4 billion, is said to have started selling off his Russian assets for more than a year now, and requests a Turkish citizenship. It seems he has crossed the path of Putin or one of his thugs, and now all of the sudden they notice the criminal activities occurring in the Moscow market, which just happens to be the largest such market in Russia.

 

According to the mainstream reports, it all started with the finding of smuggled goods worth $2 billion, placed in 6 thousand containers. Shoes and children's clothings were among the objects, which were found "unsuitable for use, threatening the health of children and will soon be destroyed," said the Prosecutor General.

From Putin's rhetoric it is evident that he wants Telman behind bars. Without commenting on the activities of Telman Ismailov, I can say from experience that he is venerated as a Godfather in the Jewish community both in Russia and beyond. He really helped many, many people.

The newly-build 7-star hotel, which according to another Russian magazine, "Arab sheikhs never saw such a palace in their dreams," also contains a house for Mr. Ismailov. I suspect he planned this project in anticipation of a Russian reaction to whatever 'misunderstanding' there was between him and the other oligarchs.

 

http://armyofheavens.blogspot.com/2009/06/i-have-just-finished-watching-two-hour.html

Mardan Palace Hotel Antalya

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

ISTANBUL - Europe's most luxurious resort, Mardan Palace Hotel, owned by Russian businessman Telman Ismailov is opened in Antalya. A splendid ceremony was held and in attendance were Hollywoodcelebrities and other famous artists.

 

 

 

Europe’s newest and most expensive luxury resort, Mardan Palace Hotel, was unveiled over the weekend at a spectacular opening ceremony in the Mediterranean city of Antalya. The five-star Mardan palace Hotel, built by Russian businessman Telman Ismailov, was host to world famous artists and Hollywood stars for the opening extravaganza.

 

 

 

Ismailov, who is of Azerbaijani descent, said he had realized 20-year old dream with the $1.4 billion hotel. "I made this investment because I love Turkey so much. I have always dreamed of making such an investment in this country. Finally, I realized it," he said.

 

 

 

The press conference, held Saturday before the opening ceremony, was attended by Hollywood stars Sharon Stone, Richard Gere, Monica Belucci, Paris Hilton, singers Seal, Tom Jones and Mariah Carey as well as many foreign and Turkish journalists.

 

 

When a press member asked Stone and Belucci the secret of their beauty, Belucci said: "My source of inspiration is Sharon Stone." She said she came from a beautiful family, adding: "The biggest effect on my beauty is the people around me."

 

 

 

Stone said beauty was a matter of inner life. She said people’s life had two parts. "A face is given to you in the first part of your life. And in the second part, you get the face you deserve. Beauty is related to the way you live your life. But in life, peace and generosity is reflected on your face."

 

 

 

When a British press member suggested to Richard Gere that Hollywood stars should be more open about their sexual preferences, Gere said: "I think everyone should be open about their sexual preferences. For example, my brother is gay and married. He has two adopted kids."

 

 

 

Views about the hotel

 

 

 

The artists, who attended the press conference, were asked their opinions of the Mardan Palace Hotel. Belucci said she wanted to stay in the hotel for a long time but that it would not yet be possible. She said she would come to Antalya again for a long holiday.

 

 

 

Stone said Ismailov’s generosity could be seen in every detail of the hotel. "It is very nice that he provided such an employment opportunity in this crisis environment," she said.

 

 

 

Seal said it was incredible that everything in the hotel’s design was the work of Ismailov, adding that he should be congratulated. "You can see the style of the Ottoman Empire in the hotel. I really felt the golden age of the empire here. When you make an investment, you have to respect culture and preserve it. Ismailov succeeded it."

 

 

 

Expressing his delight to be in Turkey, Gere said: "I wish I had an opportunity to visit Turkey. I want to see this extraordinary country with my wife. I came here because Ismailov made a noteworthy donation to my foundation," he said.

 

 

 

After the press conference, Europe’s most luxury resort opened with a party that went on inot the late hours. Dignitaries and artists cut the ribbon together to open the hotel. Presented by Stone and Seal, the opening ceremony hosted 600 special guests. Carey, Jones and well-known Russian singer Philip Kirkorov performed concerts during the night.

 

 

Mardan Palace Hotel

 

 

With the Taurus Mountain range as a backdrop, Mardan Palace Hotel has 560 rooms, including two Royal Suites with private pools. Drawing on a Turkish heritage, the hotel’s architecture reflects distinctive landmarks of Istanbul. The main hotel resembles the Dolmabahçe Palace and bridges across the pool are based on original designs of the Da Vinci Bridge. Having the Mediterranean’s largest swimming pool, the hotel also boasts the 7,500 square meter "Mardan Spa," 17 bars and 10 a la carte restaurants that include French, Japanese, Russian, Thai and traditional Turkish cuisine.

 

 

 

 

http://www.hurriyet.com.tr/english/lifestyle/11716008.asp?gid=244