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Turkey:

Terror attack against Israelis prevented

'There were families who were a minute away from death, and we warned them,' security source says.

Terror attack against Israelis prevented

This is the Iranian plotting attacks against Israelis in Turkey

Israeli officials identify Hossein Taib, head of the intelligence unit of IRGC, as official plotting attacks against Israelis in Turkey.

This is the Iranian plotting attacks against Israelis in Turkey

Top defense officials warn:

'Iranian attack in Turkey could happen this weekend'

Senior members of the defense establishment hold assessment on threat to Israelis in Turkey: The efforts are increasing.

'Iranian attack in Turkey could happen this weekend'

This is how Israelis are being kidnapped in Turkey

Israeli security body warns: Be wary of Turkish nationals recently enlisted by Iran.

This is how Israelis are being kidnapped in Turkey

'Lock your hotel room door'

NSC issues instructions to Israelis staying in Istanbul

National Security Council continues to call on Israelis to leave Istanbul in light terror threats.

NSC issues instructions to Israelis staying in Istanbul

Israeli describes escape from kidnapping attempt in Turkey

Turkish security forces cooperating with Israel to protect Israelis, capture Iranian squads which seek to harm them.

Israeli describes escape from kidnapping attempt in Turkey

Bennett: Israel won't hesitate to use its power anywhere

PM speaks of Iranian plot to kill Israelis in Turkey for 1st time. 'There are still neighbors who haven't come to terms with our existence.'

Bennett: Israel won't hesitate to use its power anywhere

Secular Turks fear immigrant-fueled Islamist wave

Israelis have been told to leave Turkey by their Foreign Minsitry for fear of Iran, but Turks are fearful in their own country. Op-ed

Secular Turks fear immigrant-fueled Islamist wave

Terrifying phone call:

'They're waiting to kill you at the hotel in Istanbul'

Israeli tourists called by intelligence official to tell them Iranian squad waiting for them at their hotel, they must go to the airport.

'They're waiting to kill you at the hotel in Istanbul'

'All-out war:' Turkey travel warning raised to highest level

Former deputy head of assessment in Israel's military intelligence says the war with Iran has hit a 'new level.'

'All-out war:' Turkey travel warning raised to highest level

Lapid: If you have a flight to Istanbul, cancel it

Foreign Minister says Israelis in Turkey at risk of Iranian attack. 'No vacation is worth your life.'

Lapid: If you have a flight to Istanbul, cancel it

Report:

Iranian agents arrested in Turkey plotting to abduct Israelis

Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps agents arrested in Turkey, while planning to kidnap Israelis.

Iranian agents arrested in Turkey plotting to abduct Israelis

'There is a clear and present danger to Israelis in Turkey'

Amid terror plot, top Israeli security official warns Israelis not to visit Turkey. 'All Israelis in Turkey should return immediately.'

'There is a clear and present danger to Israelis in Turkey'

Iranian terror attack against Israelis in Turkey foiled

Israel and Turkey prevented planned Iranian terror attack against Israeli targets in Turkey. Travel advisory remains in effect, however.

Iranian terror attack against Israelis in Turkey foiled

Turkey detains 14 ISIS suspects

Turkey regularly detains ISIS suspects, many who allegedly planned attacks in the country.

Turkey detains 14 ISIS suspects

Turkey rebrands, now wants to be known as Türkiye

Turkey asks UN Secretary-General to recognize its name change, and he accepts the request.

Turkey rebrands, now wants to be known as Türkiye

100 Israelis in Turkey received warning of an attack

Defense establishment identified an Iranian infrastructure that intends to harm Israelis in Turkey and warned those Israelis.

100 Israelis in Turkey received warning of an attack

Israel warns citizens against traveling to Turkey

Amid threats of Iranian terror attacks, Israel's National Security Council issues travel advisory, warning against travel to Turkey.

Israel warns citizens against traveling to Turkey

Fear of Iranian revenge:

Israelis reminded of travel warning to destinations abroad

Officials in Jerusalem fear Iran will step up its efforts to harm Israelis following elimination of senior IRGC member.

Israelis reminded of travel warning to destinations abroad

ISIS leader arrested in Turkey

Abu al-Hassan al-Hashimi al-Qurashi, ISIS leader, is arrested in Turkey.

ISIS leader arrested in Turkey

Israel expects change in Turkish attitude towards Hamas

Turkish FM becomes first Turkish official to visit Israel in 15 years as relations between the countries thaw.

Israel expects change in Turkish attitude towards Hamas

Turkish FM to land in Israel

Turkish FM Çavuşoğlu to meet Israeli ministers, discuss cooperation on tourism.

Turkish FM to land in Israel

Turkish Foreign Minister to visit Temple Mount without Israelis

Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu to meet PA officials before Israeli officials during visit to Israel.

Turkish Foreign Minister to visit Temple Mount without Israelis

Erdogan slams the door on Sweden, Finland's NATO bids

The Turkish President says there's no reason for his country to accept Sweden and Finland's bids since they will end up 'just like Greece.'

Erdogan slams the door on Sweden, Finland's NATO bids

Israel opposes Turkish FM's visit to Temple Mount

Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu wants to visit Temple Mount without any Israelis accompanying him in visit to Israel.

Israel opposes Turkish FM's visit to Temple Mount

Erdogan congratulates Pres. Herzog on Israel's Independence day

President Isaac Herzog speaks with Turkish President, thanks him for letter of congratulation for Israel Independence Day this week.

Erdogan congratulates Pres. Herzog on Israel's Independence day

Iranian assassin exposed by Mossad

A video has surfaced on social media of a man reportedly sent by Iran to assassinate Israeli diplomats after his capture by the Mossad.

Iranian assassin exposed by Mossad

Turkey removing Hamas members from its territory

'Israel sent Turkey a list of Hamas members, and information on their involvement in military activity,' source says.

Turkey removing Hamas members from its territory

Turkey:

Activist sent to life in prison for trying to overthrow gov't

Turkish court finds activist and philanthropist Osman Kavala guilty of attempting to overthrow the government with mass protests in 2013.

Activist sent to life in prison for trying to overthrow gov't

Turkish FM: I will visit Israel in May

Turkey’s Foreign Minister says he will visit Israel on May 24 amid efforts between the two countries to mend ties.

Turkish FM: I will visit Israel in May

Erdogan: 'Israel is a key regional player'

"We will maintain our strong ties with Israel," Turkish President says, "as they are key to protecting Palestinian rights."

Erdogan: 'Israel is a key regional player'

Herzog to Turkish Pres:

'Incitement and false propaganda over Temple Mount'

President Herzog speaks with Turkish counterpart about recent violence on the Temple Mount.

'Incitement and false propaganda over Temple Mount'

Erdogan on Jerusalem:

'We hope such actions won't be repeated in the future'

Turkish President criticizes Israel’s actions amid tensions on the Temple Mount.

'We hope such actions won't be repeated in the future'

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Turkey's inflation hits 20-year high

Turkey's annual consumer inflation jumped to a 20-year high of 61.14%, fueled by newly-imposed sanctions on Russia.

Turkey's inflation hits 20-year high

Erdogan speaks to Herzog, condemns recent attacks in Israel

President Herzog speaks to Turkish President, who sends condolences to families who lost loved ones in terror attacks.

Erdogan speaks to Herzog, condemns recent attacks in Israel

Turkey: Ukraine & Russia are 'close to an agreeement'

Ukrainian presidential adviser concurs while insisting, "anything that relates to our sovereignty isn't going anywhere.”

Turkey: Ukraine & Russia are 'close to an agreeement'

Turkish tradition: Grass-covered man asks villagers for money

The 'unusual' winter tradition continues being practiced in parts of Turkey.

Turkish tradition: Grass-covered man asks villagers for money

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Turkey praises connection with the Jewish people

Turkey commemorates President Herzog’s visit, relates to recent tensions and defines new government as "an opportunity for a new page".

Turkey praises connection with the Jewish people

Moving:

Herzog greeted with singing at historic Istanbul synagogue

This is how the president was received at the Neve Shalom synagogue in Istanbul, which has experienced two murderous terrorist attacks.

Herzog greeted with singing at historic Istanbul synagogue

Pres: Herzog in Turkey:

'I think of the 10-year-old who sees this message of hope'

President Isaac Herzog sums up his visit to Turkey at invitation of President Erdogan: 'We don't forget the past but look to the future.'

'I think of the 10-year-old who sees this message of hope'

Herzog departs for Istanbul: 'We will meet the Jewish community'

President and first lady take off for Istanbul during official visit to Turkey. 'I thank Erdogan for his hospitality and warm welcome.'

Herzog departs for Istanbul: 'We will meet the Jewish community'

Turkish foreign minister: Embassy in Israel will be reopened

Minister says he will meet in April with FM Lapid in Israel to decide when, and will also visit the PA.

Turkish foreign minister: Embassy in Israel will be reopened

Herzog leaves for Turkey in first state visit since 2008

Israel's president and First Lady depart for Turkey, in first state visit by senior Israeli official in 14 years.

Herzog leaves for Turkey in first state visit since 2008

Pres. Herzog to visit Turkey tomorrow

President Isaac Herzog and his wife will visit Turkey at invitation of President Erdogan in first visit by an Israeli leader in 15 years.

Pres. Herzog to visit Turkey tomorrow

President Herzog to meet President Erdoğan in Turkey

At the invitation of President Erdoğan, President Isaac Herzog will make a state visit to the Republic of Turkey

President Herzog to meet President Erdoğan in Turkey

Israeli delegation visits Turkey ahead of Herzog’s visit

Israeli delegation visits Turkey over past two days in preparation for President Herzog’s visit to the country.

Israeli delegation visits Turkey ahead of Herzog’s visit

Ukraine asks Turkey to close Straits to Russian warships

As late as yesterday, Erdogan was hoping not to have to take sides. Turkey has strong ties with both Russia and Ukraine.

Ukraine asks Turkey to close Straits to Russian warships

Erdogan:

'Herzog's visit will be good for Turkey-Israel relations'

Turkish President says Ankara welcomes the upcoming visit of Israel's President to Turkey.

'Herzog's visit will be good for Turkey-Israel relations'

Official Turkish delegation to visit Israel this week

Delegation will arrive as part of preparations for visit of President Herzog, and with aim of discussing relations between the countries.

Official Turkish delegation to visit Israel this week

Turkish authorities leading revival of Jewish heritage

Under Erdoğan, Turkish authorities are leading a revival of Jewish heritage. 'Jews are generally loved in Turkey,' Kilis native says.

Turkish authorities leading revival of Jewish heritage

In this Turkish city, historic synagogues are seeing new life

In Turkey, the city of Shabbetai Tzvi's birth is trying to restore Jewish heritage sites and showcase history.

In this Turkish city, historic synagogues are seeing new life

Turkey:

Iranian attempt to assassinate Israeli businessman foiled

Turkish intelligence organization foils Iranian cell's attempt to kill Yair Geller, a dual Turkish-Israeli citizen.

Iranian attempt to assassinate Israeli businessman foiled

Erdogan to resume normal schedule after COVID bout

Turkish President tests negative for COVID-19 for two days, is expected to return to his normal schedule.

Erdogan to resume normal schedule after COVID bout

Report:

Israeli official secretly visited Turkey

Foreign Ministry Director General reportedly visited Turkey as part of preparations for President Herzog's upcoming visit.

Israeli official secretly visited Turkey

Turkish FM:

'We won't back down from commitment to Palestinian state'

Turkish Foreign Minister clarifies: Any normalization with Israel will not be at the expense of the Palestinian cause.

'We won't back down from commitment to Palestinian state'

President Herzog planning meeting with Erdoğan

Israel's President called the leader of Turkey to wish him a speedy recovery from COVID-19 - and to discuss plans for an in-person meeting.

President Herzog planning meeting with Erdoğan

Erdogan tests positive for COVID-19

Turkish President says he and his wife tested positive for COVID-19 and have mild symptoms.

Erdogan tests positive for COVID-19

ANALYSIS:

The truth about Turkish-Israeli reconciliation

Erdogan is making overtures to Israel and has invited Israel’s president for an official visit to Ankara. But can he be trusted?

The truth about Turkish-Israeli reconciliation

Erdogan threatens crackdown on Turkish media

Turkish President legal action against media over content which is "incompatible with national and moral values".

Erdogan threatens crackdown on Turkish media

Erdogan: Herzog will visit Turkey next month

Turkish President says Israeli President will visit Turkey before mid-February.

Erdogan: Herzog will visit Turkey next month