Turkey

Muslim Murders Vatican Cleric in Turkey

It has now been confirmed that the Muslim who murdered a Vatican official in Turkey last week was religiously motivated. More violence in Turkey.

Increased Violence in Turkish-Occupied Kurdistan

The past week has seen a steep upsurge in violence between Kurdish resistance fighters and Turkish forces currently occupying Northern Kurdistan.

Ahmadinejad Cozies Up to Turkey

Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad and US officials are scheduled to attend an Istanbul summit to be chaired by Turkish President Abdullah Gul.

Video Shows Turkish Hypocrisy on Violence

"Use of force is not an option," Turkey's UN delegate said. A creative video team put his words against the proper backdrop.

Flotilla: US Closer to Choosing Friends -- Israel or Turkey

The flotilla crisis has pushed the US closer to choosing which friend it prefers – Israel or Turkey, America media report. Iran holds the cards.

Cabinet to Send Flotilla 'Activists' Back to Turkey

Cabinet ministers decided Tuesday to send some 350 Turkish nationals home after their arrest in the Gaza flotilla confrontation.

Israeli MK Ayoub Kara Talks to Turkish Mufti About Flotilla

Israeli government minister Ayoob Kara calls the Mufti of Turkey to explain Israel's defensive action against the Gaza flotilla.

Turkish Cyber Attack Against Israeli Web Sites

A Turkish Internet group carried out a cyber attack against Israel on Tuesday afternoon, hitting the Likudnik Web site.

Turkey Invites New Friend Iran to Asia Conference

Turkish President Abdullah Gul invites Ahmadinejad to conference, Iranian media notes closer ties.

Turk Student at Hebrew U Arrested for Aiding Banned Arab Group

Israeli security officials have arrested a Turkish student at Hebrew U who is the founder of an outlawed group that backs a huge flotilla to Gaza.

Iran, Syria, Turkey Cementing Ties

Iran made a point of declaring its solidarity with both Syria and Turkey in recent days, on the heels of joint Turkish-Syrian military exercises.

Report: Israel Nixes Weapons Sales to Turkey

Israel refuses certain weapons sales to Turkey as Erdogan gets friendly with Iran, Syria.

Turkey to Challenge Israel, Support Hamas

Turkey snubs Israel, makes gesture to Hamas, with flotilla of “siege-breaking” ships.

Israel Responds to Turkish Threat

Turkish PM Erdogan threatens Israel that his country would not “sit with its arms folded in the event that Israel attacks in Gaza once again.”

General Ashkenazi in Counter-Terror Meeting in Turkey

Chief of Staff Ashkenazi returned from Turkey after a successful short visit despite deteriorating relations between Jerusalem and Ankara.

Turkish Police Accost Sabbath Worshipers in Synagogue

Turkish newspaper reports: Police burst into an Istanbul synagogue during Sabbath services and demanded worshipers’ ID’s. Rabbi denies problems.

Attempted Army Coup Throws Turkey into Crisis

Turkey has arrested top army commanders who allegedly plotted to bomb mosques and oust the growing Islamic-oriented government.

Military Sales Soothe Turkey’s Ruffled Feathers

Barak’s visit to Turkey on Sunday advanced military sales to Ankara and soothed his host's country's ruffled feathers over a diplomatic row.

Ayalon Apologizes to Turkish Ambassador

The Foreign Ministry issued an official apology for an "inappropriate" meeting between Israel's Deputy Foreign Minister and Turkey's Ambassador.

Turkish Ultimatum: Apologize by Midnight or Envoy Leaves

Turkey has given Israel several hours to apologize for the treatment of its ambassador or he will “take the first flight “out of the country.

Turkey Keeps Ayalon Crisis on Front Burner

Turkey demands a full apology from Ayalon for snubbing its envoy. Netanyahu noted Turkey is warming up to Iran. Barak to visit Ankara on Sunday.

Turkey Boosts Ties with Lebanon, Syria and Iran

Turkey and Lebanon are scrapping visa requirements as Ankara solidifies ties with Israel’s enemies while Barak wants to visit Ankara.

Fewer Travelers Fly through Israel in 2009

Fewer travelers flew to and from Israel in 2009, according to government statistics released Sunday. The drop was small, but significant.

Belgium PM to Head EU, Lady Ashton to Replace Solana

The European Union has elected its first full-time president, and a new foreign policy chief. Neither has extensive foreign policy experience.

Turkish Delegation Visits to Rebuild Alliance

Turkish diplomats bearing a message of reconciliation visited the Knesset, discussed ways of improving Israel's strained relations with Turkey.

Erdogan: Israel Worse than Sudan, 'Muslims Don't Cause Genocide'

Turkish PM Erdogan says he would rather talk to Sudanese leader al-Bashir than to Israeli PM Netanyahu, because “Muslims cannot commit genocide.”

New Turkish Envoy: Israel Must Understand Ankara's Mideast Role

Turkey's new ambassador to Israel says relations with the Jewish State are important, but Israelis must understand Ankara's role in the Arab world.

Turkish PM: Iran is Our Friend

Turkish PM Erdogan says Ahmadinejad is his friend, and accuses Israel of threatening nuclear war on Gaza. Israeli flags burn in Istanbul.

Anti-Israel Attack Foiled in Turkey

Turkish forces arrest dozens of terrorists suspected of plotting attacks on Israeli and American targets.

Turkey Tightens Syrian-Iranian Axis after Snubbing Israel

Turkey, which has close ties with Iran, is conducting military drills with Syria after snubbing Israel. Friendship with Israel may be at an end.

Surprise Erdogan Visit to Damascus May Revive Israel-Syria Talks

Turkish Prime Minister Erdogan will be in Syria on Wednesday for a surprise trip that may be an attempt to revive Israeli-Syrian talks.

Did Israel Sign a Deal With Turkey to Import Water?

The State Comptroller has been asked to review a water import deal that was signed with Turkey in 2004 but never was implemented