Turkey

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.

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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.

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.

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

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

Turkish tradition: Grass-covered man asks villagers for money

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

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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".

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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.

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.'

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.'

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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Israeli official secretly visited Turkey

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

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.

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.

Erdogan tests positive for COVID-19

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

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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?

Erdogan threatens crackdown on Turkish media

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

Erdogan: Herzog will visit Turkey next month

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

First public phone call between Israeli, Turkish FMs in 13 years

Turkish Foreign Minister Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu calls Yair Lapid to wish him a speedy recovery from COVID amid attempts to improve relations.

Honorary chair of Turkish Jewish community passes away

Bensiyon Pinto, the honorary chair of the Turkish Jewish community, has passed away at the age of 85.

Torah-based symphonic poem to be performed in Istanbul

Music written by Israeli composer Baruch Berliner to be performed in a Muslim country for only the third time.

On way to cemetery, 'stillborn' baby cries

Doctors tell couple their baby who was delivered at 5 months was dead, only for child to cry right before he was to be buried.

Turkey unveils domestically developed COVID-19 vaccine

Turkey begins administering its Turkovac vaccine at hospitals across the country.

First-ever victims of Bronze Age eruption found near Turkey

International research collaboration unearths remarkable discovery within tsunami debris.

Ancient synagogue discovered near Turkish tourist hotspot

Excavations reveal ancient synagogue in Turkish town near tourist hotspot of Antalya. Synagogue dates back to 7th century.

Watch: Brawl erupts in Turkish parliament

Brawl breaks out at Turkish parliament as lawmakers debate budgets and policy.

Erdogan: Israel must be 'more sensitive' to Palestinian Arabs

Turkish President says he is open to improved relations with Israel, but it must display “more sensitive” policies toward Palestinian Arabs.

Assassination attempt foiled in Turkey

Turkish police have announced that an attempt was made on President Erdogan's life with a bomb planted under a car in his motorcade.

Erdogan promises steps to improve relations with Israel

Turkish President says his country will take steps to improve relations with Egypt and Israel similar to those taken with the UAE.

Erdogan: Our goal is to protect Palestinians and their ambitions

Turkish Pres. Erdogan blasts Israeli policy on 'illegal settlements,' demolitions in Jerusalem. 'We must not do anything to harm ambitions.'

Lapid to Turkey: Shut down Hamas' offices

Foreign Minister calls on Turkey to follow Britain and outlaw the terrorist organization.

PM Bennett meets Israeli couple released from Turkish prison

Prime Minister meets Natali and Mordy Oknin, says the prayers for their release from Turkey moved him.

Likud MK: Erdogan is an enemy, Mansour Abbas is his partner

MK Yisrael Katz blasts Turkish President and adds: He now has a partner in the government here - Mansour Abbas.

Gold-plated medieval Jewish prayer book recovered in Turkey

Tiny centuries old prayer book featuring gold-plated lettering was discovered by an anti-smuggler police team in the trunk of a car.

Bennett thanks Erdogan for return of Israeli couple

PM speaks with Turkish President following release of Israeli couple arrested for 'espionage' in Istanbul.

Warm welcomes for Natali & Mordy Oknin

'No deal involved' in obtaining release of couple from Turkish prison, says unnamed official.

Oknins back in Israel: 'My mother is holding my hand'

'Many of the details of their release can't be revealed,'says daughter.

Israeli couple released from jail in Turkey and return home

Mordy and Natali Oknin released from jail in Turkey and return to Israel after nine days.

Mother held in Turkey: 'Are my daughters still alive?'

Israeli woman held in Turkish prison speaks with her family on the phone, seeks reassurances they're all right.

Bennett to detained couple's family: Efforts around the clock

Prime Minister thanks family of Natali and Mordy Oknin for their restrained conduct as couple remains in prison on espionage charges

Video is proof of absurdity of claim that Natali Oknin is a spy

Attorney unearths video of Natali Oknin in Egged ad, strengthening the line of defense of couple suspected of espionage in Turkey.

Israeli diplomats visit couple in Turkish prison

Israeli consul in Istanbul visits couple arrested for 'espionage' after taking picture of Erdogan's palace.

Turkish Minister accuses Israeli couple of military espionage

Süleyman Soylu says couple who photographed Erdogan's palace committed "political and military espionage" as Israel seeks their release.

Attorney meets imprisoned Israeli: I promised to bring him home

Attorney Nir Yeslovich visits Mordy Oknin in Turkish prison after he and his wife were arrested for 'espionage.'

Turkey approves Israel's request to meet with arrested couple

Israeli diplomats to be allowed to visit couple in prison who were arrested for 'espionage' after photographic Erdogan's palace.

National Security Council issues travel warning to Turkey

Israeli tourists staying in Turkey advised to leave the country as soon as possible.

Israeli reporter detained by the Turks, then released

Turkish security personnel question Channel 13 News correspondent Ali Mograbi, who is covering the arrest of the Israelis in the country.

Bennett: Israeli couple arrested in Turkey innocent

PM at Cabinet meeting says Israel doing everything to bring home couple arrested for 'espionage' in Turkey, calls to vaccinate children.

Israelis arrested in Turkey

'We'll even turn to haters of Israel to help bring them home'

Family member of Israeli couple being held in Turkey for 'espionage' describes what family is going through.

Israel's leaders reassure couple charged in Turkey

Israel's highest officials are personally intervening to help the Israeli couple arrested in Turkey.