PUZZLE... PUZZLE... PUZZLE...

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Hale Nur Kazaçeşme (MATH/IV)

Optimize the number of squares covering the map of Turkey above.  Squares cannot contain black squares and also cannot overlap.
In the example, the space is covered by 17 squares.

When you are finished, submit the number of squares that you created to cover the map. Responses with the lowest numbers will win.

Send in your e-mail with the right answer and win! Prizes will be: dessert and coffee from Mozart Cafe (one each for three winners); coffee from Coffee Break (two each for two winners); hot chocolate from Cafe Fiero (one each for five winners); and chocolates from Bind Chocolate (two winners).