Recep Tayyip Erdogan

Turks Boycott Schools in Protest of Islamization of Education

Secular Turks opposed to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan take to the streets to demand a secular education.

Erdogan Slams Obama's Silence Over North Carolina Murders

Turkish President criticizes Obama over his silence following the killings of three young Muslims in North Carolina.

Turkish PM: We Won't Succumb to 'Jewish Lobby'

Turkish PM Davutoglu says gov't 'won't succumb to Jewish lobby' after Erdogan accuses opponents of cooperating with Mossad.

Betrayer of Mossad to be Next Turkish Foreign Minister?

Turkish spy chief hostile to Israel who exposed Mossad network steps down to run for parliament, as part of Erdogan's plan for power.

Erdogan: I Want to be Like Queen Elizabeth

Turkey’s president explains he doesn't want to be a sultan, but rather more like the British Queen.

Turkish Capital Hosts Holocaust Ceremony for First Time

Official ceremony designed to express solidarity with the Jewish community - but is it too little, too late?

Turkish PM Compares Netanyahu to Paris Terrorists

In continuing war of words between Turkey and Netanyahu, Turkey's PM Davutoglo claims Israel's PM has committed 'crimes against humanity.'

Netanyahu: 'Hypocritical' War on Terror Will Fail

PM hits back at Erdogan's attack on his attendance at Paris counter-terror rally, demands world denounce 'shameful remarks.'

Erdogan Blames West for Charlie Hebdo

Turkish Prime Minister says West is 'playing games' with Islamic world, denies Muslims could carry out attacks in latest tirade.

Erdogan Attacks Netanyahu for 'Daring' to Attend Paris March

Turkish President accuses Israeli PM Binyamin Netanyahu of conducting 'state terrorism,' in latest verbal barrage against Israel.

Hamas Leader Praises Turkey for Support

Khaled Meshaal addresses annual congress of ruling Islamist AKP party, says Turkey 'a source of power for all Muslims.'

Erdogan to Europe: Don't Criticize Us, Fight Islamophobia

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan slams European countries for criticizing deteriorating press freedom in Turkey.

Turkey Arrests Teen for 'Insulting' Erdogan

Police in Turkey arrest a 16-year-old on charges of insulting President Erdogan. He could face up to four years in prison.

Erdogan Wishes Turkish Jews a Happy Hanukkah

Turkish president sends Hanukkah greetings to the Jewish community, says Jewish citizens are “the fundamental elements of Turkey.”

Turkey Raids Anti-Erdogan Media, Arrests 27

Turkish police raids supporters of an American-based cleric who has become President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's top foe.

Erdogan Vows to Make Ottoman Turkish Compulsory in Schools

Turkey's President says he will make lessons in the Ottoman language compulsory despite objections from secularists.

Erdogan Says Women Can't be Treated Equal to Men

Turkey’s President continues to stir up controversy, this time with claims that women cannot be treated as equal to men.

Erdogan Slams Critics of 'Muslims Discovered America' Claim

Turkey's president says that the Muslim discovery of America should be taught in schools.

Cuba Rejects Erdogan's Offer to Build Country's First Mosque

Communist government says no thanks to Turkish leader's offer during speech in which he claimed 'Muslims discovered American.'

Erdogan: Muslims Discovered America

Turkish leader claims Americas were discovered by Muslims in the 12th century, 3 centuries before Columbus set foot there.

Erdogan Slams 'Barbaric' Israel Over Temple Mount

Turkish President condemns Israel for responding to Arab riots on Temple Mount, threatens Security Council action.

Biden: I Never Apologized to Erdogan

Contradicting White House statement, Vice President Biden says he never apologized to Turkey's President over comments he made about ISIS.

Erdogan: US Was 'Wrong' to Give Kurds Weapons

US made a 'big mistake' when it gave arms to Kurdish soldiers trying to defend the border city of Kobane, says Turkish leader Erdogan.

Turkey to Allow Kurdish Fighters into Syria to Battle ISIS

Ankara confirms reports it will allow Iraqi Peshmerga forces to cross into embattled Kobane; move likely the result of US pressure.

US Airdrops Weapons to Kurds Despite Turkish Opposition

After Erdogan calls Kurdish fighters 'terrorists' and opposes arming them, arms dropped in Kobane to aid fight against ISIS.

Biden Apologizes to Erdogan Over ISIS-Related Comments

U.S. Vice President apologizes to Turkey's President for saying Erdogan admitted his country erred by allowing foreign fighters into Syria.

Erdogan: Turkey Can't Stay Out of Fight Against IS

Turkish President says his country cannot stay out of the international coalition fighting IS, says ground troops may be needed.

Turkey 'Would Welcome' Exiled Muslim Brotherhood Leaders

Turkey-Egypt tensions spike further as Erdogan offers new home to Islamists booted out of Qatar, rejects reports he is buying oil from ISIS.

Obama and Erdogan Discuss Fighting Anti-Semitism

White House says U.S. President and Turkish President discussed the importance of "combating the scourge of anti-Semitism."

Erdogan Shakes Israeli's Hand After Six Years

Turkey’s new president and former prime minister shakes the hand of the director of the Israeli embassy at a Victory Day event.

Analysis: New Turkish PM's 'Pan-Islamic' Foreign Policy

Former foreign minister Ahmet Davutoglu brings with him a troubled foreign policy legacy of support for jihadists, isolation from west.

Report: Norway, Turkey Offered Gaza Seaport to Hamas

Hamas's demands for unlimited transportation and import power allegedly garnering international support as talks continue.

Turkey Evacuates Wounded Gazans

Erdogan says his country has started to evacuate wounded people from Gaza to Turkey for treatment.

Erdogan Wins in First Round in Presidential Elections

Erdogan won race for Turkish presidency with about 52%, against 38% for his main rival, officials said.

Turkish Elections Likely to See Erdogan Re-elected

Anti-Semitic tirades and suppression of free speech aside, analysts claim Recep Tayyip Erdogan is set to win elections yet again.

Erdogan Tells Female Journalist to 'Know Your Place'

Chauvinist remarks, anti-Semitic smear spark outrage in Turkey in latest tirade from Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

Erdogan: Israel Deliberately Killing Palestinian Mothers

Turkish Prime Minister once again lashes out at Israel, accuses it of killing mothers and babies in Gaza.

Erdogan Accuses Israel of 'Hitler-Like Fascism'

Turkish prime minister keeps up hysterical anti-Israel rhetoric, says Israel 'keeping Hitler's spirit alive' through Gaza operation.

Erdogan 'Would be Happy' to Return Jewish Award

Turkish Prime Minister's envoy says he will happily return American Jewish Committee award after 'anti-Semitism' controversy.

Egypt Summons Turkish Envoy Over Erdogan's Comments

Egypt summons the Turkish charge d'affaires to complain about Erdogan's calling Sisi a "tyrant".

U.S. Jewish Organization Asks Erdogan to Give Back Award

American Jewish Congress asks Turkey's PM to return a 2004 courage award following his recent verbal attacks on Israel.

Erdogan 'Not Talking' to Barack Obama

Turkish Prime Minister lashes back at US over foreign policy in Syria, Gaza. US: his comments are 'offensive and awful.'

Turkey Declares 'Three Days of Mourning' for Gaza

Deputy Prime Minister calls Operation Protective Edge a 'massacre' in latest anti-Israel move.

Erdogan Compares Israelis to Hitler

Turkish Prime Minister's latest slur claims Israel 'has surpassed Hitler in barbarism' - hours after ADL demands crackdown on anti-Semitism.

ADL Raises Alarm Over Turkish Anti-Semitism

ADL calls out Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan on anti-Israel comments, warns of dangers to Turkish Jewish community.

Erdogan Slams Egypt's Sisi as 'Illegitimate Tyrant'

Turkish Prime Minister says Egypt cannot be relied upon to negotiate a truce with Israel.

Katz Hits Back at Erdogan: What About the Armenian Genocide?

Transportation Minister hits back at Turkish PM after he accused Israel of attempting a "systematic genocide" of Arabs in Gaza.

Israel Pulls Diplomatic Staff from Turkey Over Violent Rioting

Foreign Ministry holds Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan directly responsible for incitement to violence after embassies attacked.

Erdogan Accuses Israel of 'Genocide' Over Self-Defense Operation

Israel targets Muslims every Ramadan, Turkish Prime Minister insists in latest hate speech.

Erdogan Compares Jewish Home MK to Hitler

Turkey’s Prime Minister claims MK Ayelet Shaked has a mindset "like Hitler".

Erdogan Accuses Israel of 'State Terrorism'

Turkish Prime Minister attacks Israel, as rockets continue to rain on civilians and Hamas rejects ceasefire.

Erdogan Slams Israeli 'Lies' Over Hamas Aggression

Turkish Prime Minister calls Israel 'cruel' in anti-Semitic tirade, hours after threaten to stop the normalization process.

Erdogan to Israel: Stop Attacking Gaza or No Normalization

Turkish Prime Minister says his country’s ties with Israel will not return to normal unless Israel stops Gaza airstrikes.

Rouhani Visits Turkey to Boost Ties

Iran’s President becomes the first Iranian leader to visit Turkey in more than 18 years.

Erdogan Accuses Foreign Reporters of 'Spying'

Turkey's prime minister accuses news outlets of stirring unrest in the country.

Top Turkish Court Rules Erdogan Breached Constitution

Constitutional Court finds banning of YouTube violated free speech rights guaranteed in constitution.

Erdogan Backs Compensation Despite Interpol Request

Israel appeals Interpol to ignore Turkish court arrest warrants, Erdogan says compensation talks continue despite ruling for 'martyrs.'

Turkish Paper Attacks 'Jews' over Mining Disaster

Ultra-conservative daily slams mining company head for 'giving his daughter to a Jew'; says it's the reason for media criticism of Erdogan.

Turkey: German Reporter Receives Death Threats Over Mine Story

Der Spiegel reporter threatened for quoting angry protestor, called 'Jewish enemy of the prime minister.'

Erdogan Thanks Israel for Actions Following Mine Disaster

Turkey’s Prime Minister thanks Israel for cancelling Yom Ha'atzmaut celebrations in Turkey in the wake of last week's mine explosion.