Turkey

In move against Israel

Turkish intelligence chief meets Hamas

Turkey’s intelligence chief holds with Hamas representatives amid rising anti-Israel rhetoric from Ankara.

6 Israeli Arabs accused of transferring millions to Hamas

Serious indictment charges group of Israeli citizens with transferring millions of shekels from Hamas agents in Turkey to fund terrorism in Judea and Samaria.

Regional tensions:

The red line Israel drew for Turkey

Representatives of Israel and Turkey meet in Azerbaijan, Israel clarifies that Turkish embedment in Syria will not be tolerated.

Turkey confirms coordination with Israel in Syria

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan reveals ongoing technical coordination with Israel to avoid direct conflict in Syrian airspace.

Push for diplomatic support

Syria’s new President to visit UAE, Turkey

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa is set to visit the UAE and Turkey as part of a diplomatic drive to bolster international backing for his administration.

Turkey’s Transformation:

Why the West must reclassify Turkey as a Middle Eastern threat

Western governments continue treating Turkey as a European partner rather than what it truly has become: a Middle Eastern power with destabilizing ambitions. Opinion.

Report:

Israel struck Syrian bases eyed by Turkey for deployment

Recent Israeli airstrikes in Syria targeted air bases scouted by Turkey, intensifying the tensions between the two countries, according to a Reuters report. Ankara had assessed sites for possible military deployment under a defense pact before the strikes.

Chilling:

The notorious prison to which Erdogan's enemies are sent

The most secure prison in Europe is housing journalists and politicians who have criticized the regime of Turkey's President Erdogan.

IDF operated in Syria to prevent Turkish takeover

Following airstrikes on Syrian military bases, IDF operated in southern Syria, confiscating weapons and destroying terror infrastructure.

After a day of delays:

Student delegation that was stuck in Turkey lands in Poland

A delegation of Israeli students that was stuck in Turkey since 8:00 on Monday morning has arrived at its destination after a nerve-wracking ordeal in the unfriendly country.

Shechem terror cell, which planned attacks, arrested

Security forces uncover six-person terror cell in Shechem which received direct funding and instruction from Hamas operators in Turkey.

Pikachu flees police during anti-Erdogan protest in Turkey

Person in Pokemon costume seen fleeing police together with hundreds of other protesters during protest against arrest of Istanbul Mayor and Erdogan rival Ekrem Imamoglu/

Israel responds to Turkey:

'Erdogan’s hypocrisy knows no bounds'

Israel’s Foreign Ministry fires back at Turkey which criticized Israel’s strikes against Hezbollah in Lebanon: Israel does not need Erdogan’s ridiculous moral sermons.

Turkish authorities seek jail time for Istanbul Mayor

Turkish prosecutors request that Istanbul court detain Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, an Erdogan rival, and four of his aides on charges of terrorism and corruption.

Turkey blocks opposition accounts on Twitter

The opposition comes despite Elon Musk's many promises to remove online censorship from his platform.

Discussion on Gaza

Turkish Foreign Minister holds call with Hamas official

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan discusses situation in Gaza in phone call with Khalil al-Hayya, one of the leaders of the Hamas terrorist organization.

Following Gaza strikes

Erdogan blasts Israel as 'terror state'

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan claims Israel "feeds on the blood of the innocent" after Israel strikes Hamas terror targets in Gaza.

Erdoğan once again takes revenge against his archenemy

Turkey takes another step against Istanbul mayor, one of the country's most popular opposition leaders, who was banned from running in last elections.

Strengthens online presence

IDF launches platforms in Turkish

Amid regional developments, the IDF Spokesperson launches official accounts in the Turkish language, thereby expanding the IDF’s digital presence to seven different languages.

EuroLeague basketball:

Turkey will again not host the Israeli team

The game between Maccabi Tel Aviv and Anadolu Efes at the end of the month will be held in Riga, Latvia, instead of Turkey, due to the Turkish government's hostility to Israel.

Brooklyn:

Man arrested for funding ISIS operations in Syria and Turkey

Tajik national residing in Brooklyn arrested on charges of conspiring to support the Islamic State (ISIS) by transferring tens of thousands of dollars to ISIS supporters in Turkey and Syria.

Turkey:

ISIS terrorist arrested over plot to attack synagogues

Turkish authorities arrest ISIS terrorist who plotted attacks on synagogues and Jewish schools in Istanbul, The suspect entered Turkey legally from a European country, according to local reports.

Dental Bonding: How does teeth bonding work & what to expect

Composite bonding in Turkey is an excellent opportunity and an effective way to achieve your dream smile without spending a large amount of money or the risks of facing the risks of major mistakes.

Erdogan:

'Trump’s Gaza plan a major threat to peace'

Turkish President again criticizes Trump's plan for Gaza: Nobody can take Gaza away from Palestinians.

Ahead of Tu Bishvat:

Rabbi urges: Don't eat dried fruit from Turkey

Rabbi Yitzhak Yakubovich, rabbi of the Drom Hasharon Regional Council, urges his students to avoid consuming fruits grown and dried in Turkey. 'They have joined our enemies.'

Erdoğan lashes out at Israel:

Israel must pay $100 billion for reconstruction of Gaza

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan demands that Israel rebuild Gaza at a cost of $100 billion.

'Nothing worth discussing'

Erdogan rejects Trump’s Gaza proposal

Turkish President blasts Trump’s plan for the Gaza Strip, claims it was influenced by "the Zionist leadership".

As part of hostage deal

The countries which agreed to take in freed terrorists

Turkey, Qatar, Pakistan, and Malaysia have agreed to accept released terrorists, and negotiations are currently underway with Algeria and Indonesia on the issue.

Erdogan meets Hamas delegation in Ankara

Turkish President meets senior Hamas member Muhammad Darwish and other Hamas officials in Ankara.

Turkish official:

'We may resume trade with Israel if lasting peace is achieved'

Turkey cut off trade ties with Israel last year in response to its conflict against Hamas in Gaza. Relations between the two countries have been strained as President Erdogan has continued to lash out at Israel.

Turkey:

Dozens die in hotel fire

At least 66 people die in a fire that broke out at a popular ski resort hotel. Some guests died after jumping out of the windows.

A view to the emerging geopolitical landscape in post-Assad Syria

The fall of Bashar al-Assad has reshaped the regional power dynamics in the Middle East, significantly benefiting Türkiye, Israel, and the United States in distinct but interconnected ways. Opinion.

Erdogan threatens:

If Israel doesn't withdraw from Syria, impact to affect everyone

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan holds party meeting, discussing progress on Gaza ceasefire deal and the situation in Syria.

Chief Rabbi of Turkey passed away at 84

Turkish Chief Rabbi Hahambaşı Ishak Haleva passed away at the age of 84. His community eulogized: 'He always believed in unity, peace, and love.'

Report:

Israel considering dividing Syria into provinces

One of the plans for guaranteeing the security of each ethnic group in Syria involves dividing the country into smaller, self-governing provinces.

Erdoğan’s dilemma

Their differing ambitions—revival of the Ottoman Empire vs. restoration of the Umayyad Caliphate—place them on a potential collision course. Op-ed.

Erdoğan:

'Turkey is bigger than Turkey, we can't limit ourselves'

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said that history assigned Turkey a mission to expand its borders.

Minister Chikli:

'Kurds must be granted independence, Turkey expelled from NATO'

Diaspora Affairs and Combating Antisemitism Minister Amichai Chikli calls for recognition of Kurdish independence, consequences for Erdogan as Turkish and Turkish-backed forces threaten Kurdish areas of northern Syria.

Foreign Min.:

'Last country that can speak about occupation in Syria is Turkey'

Israeli Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Oren Marmorstein responded to the Turkish government's condemnations of Israel's recent military actions in Syria and noted the hypocrisy of Turkey's accusations.

US officials fear:

Turkish invasion of northern Syria imminent

Turkish has been building up forces, including commandoes and artillery, on the Syrian border, causing the US to fear that it will invade the Kurdish-controlled territories.

Islamists on the march: trajectories of conquest

Today, perhaps, the main question is: what next? Opinion.

Report:

Turkey knew of plans to topple Assad regime - six months ago

Rebels informed Turkey of plans to topple Assad regime, urged, 'Don't intervene.' Turkish sources say government did not approve plans, due to concerns of regional instability.

Navigating the strategic earthquake in the fertile crescent

Reflections on the outlandish - it is strategically wise to consider now how one handles the disintegration of Syria. Opinion.

Erdogan:

'We will stand by Palestinians until Palestine is liberated'

Turkish President vows that Turkey will stand by Palestinian Arabs with all its "strength and means".

'Courageous decision'

Erdogan welcomes arrest warrants against Netanyahu and Gallant

Turkey's President urges Western countries to abide by ICC arrest warrants for Netanyahu and Gallant.

Turkish FM denies Hamas relocated to Turkey

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan says reports that Hamas' political bureau had relocated to Turkey "gossip" meant to pressure Hamas.

Turkey welcomes ICC decision against Israel

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan says the arrest warrants against Netanyahu and Gallant are a good step towards “the realization of justice.”

Turkey condemns Houthi attack on cargo ship in the Red Sea

The Panama-flagged dry cargo ship Anadolu S, owned by a Turkish company, was targeted by the Houthis who confirmed they fired missiles at it.

Erdogan boasts:

'We prevented Herzog from using our airspace'

Turkish President confirms Turkey denied President Isaac Herzog permission to use its airspace to travel to the COP climate summit in Azerbaijan: On certain matters, as Turkey, we are compelled to take a stand.

Turkey bombs Syria, cuts off water for more than 1 million

Turkey has attacked drought-stricken northeastern Syria, cutting off its electricity and water.

Turkey denies the transfer of Hamas offices to its territory

A diplomatic source in Turkey denied media reports about the transfer of Hamas' political bureau from Doha to Istanbul.

ISA director visits Turkey to discuss hostage deal

ISA director Ronen Bar met last Saturday with his Turkish counterpart, Ibrahim Kalin. The two discussed the possibility of Ankara renewing the negotiations for a hostage deal.

Arab diplomat confirms:

Senior Hamas members left Qatar for Turkey

Arab diplomat tells The Times of Israel that senior members of Hamas’ overseas leadership recently relocated from Qatar to Turkey.

Erdogan claims: 'We severed all ties with Israel

Turkish President rejects claims his vitriol against Israel is merely rhetorical and insists there is no longer any trade between Turkey and Israel.

'Fuels genocide'

Greta Thunberg to protest Turkey for its 'support of Israel'

Despite its vocal opposition to Israel, Turkey is the target of former climate activist Greta Thunberg who alleges the country assists Israel's war effort by being part of the oil supply chain.

'Driven by malice'

Danon blasts Turkey for asking UN for Israel arms embargo

Israel’s UN Ambassador responds to letter sent by Turkey to the UN in which it calls for an arms embargo against Israel: Another move by the axis of evil to act against Israel in the international arena.

Turkey in letter to UN:

'Stop arms deliveries to Israel'

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan announces his country has submitted a letter to the United Nations, endorsed by 52 countries and two organizations, urging a halt to arms deliveries to Israel.

Ankara, Turkey

Several killed and wounded in explosion

Numerous casualties are reported as a result of an alleged suicide bombing at the Turkish aerospace industry headquarters in the capital.

Turkish cleric blamed for failed 2016 coup dies at 83

Fethullah Gulen, who was accused by President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of orchestrating the 2016 attempted coup, passes away in the US at the age of 83.

Erdogan:

'Israel is the most concrete threat to regional and global peace'

Turkish President calls on Russia, Syria, and Iran to implement stronger measures to safeguard Syria’s territorial integrity in response to air strike on Damascus attributed to Israel.