STANBUL, July 7 Reuters The lira extended its recent losses on Thursday, weakening as far as 17.3, as the dollar39;s broad strength was compounded by worries about Turkey39;s soaring inflation and foreign exchange policy.

The lira slipped 0.4 against the U.S. currency to trade at 17.2950 at 0810 GMT. After a brief rally just under two weeks ago, the lira is now 24 weaker so far this year, having tumbled 44 in 2021.

Reporting by Daren Butler Editing by Ece Toksabay

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