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Kerry Commended for Defending 'Bedrock' of Jewish People

Simon Wiesenthal Center commends Sec. of State Kerry for directly confronting Turkish PM Erdogan's slanderous accusation against Zionism.

Kerry Says Erdogan's Comments Are 'Objectionable'

U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry rejects Turkish PM’s comments against Zionism, calls on Turkey and Israel to repair their relationship.

White House on Erdogan's Statements: Offensive and Wrong

The White House condemns the remarks made by Turkish Prime Minister who compared Zionism with fascism in a public address.

Bennett on Erdogan: The Answer is to Get Up and Fight

The only way to respond to those who are against Zionism is to get up and fight, says MK Naftali Bennett.

Netanyahu Condemns Erdogan's Statements on Zionism

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu sharply the statement by the Turkish Prime Minister comparing Zionism to fascism.

'Erdogan Uses Denigration of Israel to Walk Islamist Street'

"Erdogan has chosen to use the denigration of Israel to establish his credentials with the Islamist street,” said leading Jewish group.

Turkish PM Labels Zionism ‘Crime Against Humanity’ at UN Event

Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan has again verbally attacked Israel in a public forum, this time at a UN conference in Vienna.

Erdogan Attacks Assad, Takes Shot at Israel

Turkey’s Prime Minister slams Syrian President Bashar Al-Assad for but also once again verbally attacks Israel.

Turkey Denies U.S. Complained Over Comments Against Israel

Turkey denies that the United States expressed concerns over remarks made by the country’s officials about alleged Israeli raid in Syria.

U.S. Complains to Turkey Over Comments Against Israel

The United States has filed a complaint with Turkey over its leaders’ attacks on Israel, after last week’s alleged airstrike in Syria.

Turkish Politician: Gov't Cooperated with Israel in Syria Attack

Vice Chairman of the Turkish Labor Party accuses the Erdogan government of working with Israel to carry out an alleged airstrike in Syria.

Erodgan: Israel Waging 'State Terrorism' in Syria

Turkish PM says Israeli air strike on Syria violates international law, ignores his own country's similar past actions.

Turkish Suicide Bomber Was Member of Outlawed Group

Suicide bomber who killed one person in an attack on the U.S. Embassy in Ankara is a member of an outlawed leftist group.

Erdogan Honors 13-Year-Old 'Pallywood Star'

A 13-year-old Arab girl who was featured in a video challenging IDF soldiers has been honored in Turkey.

Turkish Police Raid Dorms, Arrest Marxist Student Protesters

Turkish police raided university dorms and arrested 12 students last week following protests against PM Erdogan at a university event.

Turkish Leaders Blast Israel, Support 'Palestine'

"It is high time to take a firm stance against Israel’s activities," says Turkey's Foreign Minister.

Turkish PM Threatens Ottoman TV Series

Islamist Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan has begun to threaten producers of a popular TV series about the Ottoman Empire.

Erdogan Places Second on List of Most Influential Muslims

Turkish PM places second on list of Most Influential Muslims.

Turkish PM Calls on Country's Jews to Sway Israel

Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan has called on the Jewish community in Turkey to get involved in diplomatic relations with Israel

U.S. Criticizes Erdogan After His Latest Anti-Israel Remarks

Erdogan accuses Israel of "ethnic cleansing" in Gaza, U.S. says the comments are "not helpful".

Erdogan: Israel is a 'Terrorist State'

Israel is a "terrorist state" that "massacres innocent children,” Turkish PM claims.

Israel Denies Ceasefire Reports

Israel will send a senior official to Cairo to sign a ceasefire, Hizbullah-affiliated channel reported Saturday. Israel denies report..

Erdogan: Israel Making Fuss over Its 3 Dead

Arab foreign ministers discuss Gaza in emergency meeting. Erdogan says Israel violated ceasefire.

West Supports Israel, Urges Egypt to Work Towards Ceasefire

Western nations back Israel's right to self-defense, urge Egypt to persuade Hamas terrorists to end rocket attacks from Gaza.

Erdogan Seeks to Visit Gaza, Maintains Position on Israel

Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan has revived a plan to make a visit to Gaza, says he is talking with Gaza officials on the issue.

Erdogan Warns EU Might Lose Turkey

Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan warns the European Union will lose his nation if it is not accepted as a member by 2023.

'Turkey Expects Israel to Pay for Its Crime'

Turkish Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoglu insists “Israel is guilty and should pay for its crime” before relations can be restored.

Erdogan Slams UN Over Inaction on Syria

Turkish PM Erdogan criticizes the international community and the UN Security Council for not taking action in Syria.

Turkey Once Again Attacks Targets in Syria

Turkey returns fire after a new Syrian shell landed in on its territory, just two days after a similar incident.

Erodgan: We Don't Want to Start a War with Syria

Turkish PM says his country would never want to start a war, says parliament authorized foreign deployment of troops as a deterrent.

Erdogan Reiterates Tough Stance on Israel

Turkish PM Erdogan: No restoring relations with Israel unless it apologizes over Marmara incident.

Turkish PM Again Rejects Ties with Israel

Turkish PM Recep Tayyip Erdogan has repeated his refusal to heal his breach with the State of Israel.

Turkish PM Slams Muslim Extremist Violence at Embassies

Turkish PM Recep Tayyip Erdogan denounced an anti-Islam video mocking the Prophet Mohammed, but said it cannot justify acts of terror.

Turkish Teacher Imprisoned for Likening Erdogan to Hitler

A school teacher was sentenced to one year in prison for likening Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan to Adolf Hitler.

Turkish PM: Syria a 'Terrorist State'

Turkish PM Recep Tayyip Erdogan labeled the Syrian regime of President Bashar al-Assad a 'terrorist state” that massacres its own people.

Turkey's President Gul in Hospital, 'Improving'

Turkey's President Abdullah Gul's health is reportedly “improving” following hospitalization for an ear infection.

Shas MKs Meet Turkish Government Representatives

Expert who was in Turkey with Shas MKs tells Arutz Sheva: They found it easy to communicate with traditional Islamists.

Analysis: Can Israel, Turkey Climb Down From the Tree?

An Israeli delegation is quietly welcomed to Turkey to discuss finding ways for the two nations to climb down the diplomatic tree.

Obama Pitches Curve Ball Fix to ‘Baseball Bat’ Error

Turkey called foul ball on picture of Obama with a baseball bat while calling Erdogan. Shades of Obama’s “feet-on-the-table” call to Bibi.

Turkey's Military Quietly Stymies Goverment Blacklist

Turkey's Supreme Military Council (YAS) has quietly stymied an Islamist Erdogan government move to blacklist its generals as a coup threat.

Erdogan in Britain, Calls for International Steps Against Syria

Turkish PM: International steps must be taken to deal with Assad's military build-up around Aleppo and his threat to use chemical weapons.

Lieberman: We're Ready to Talk to Turkey, but Not Apologize

Lieberman tells Turkish journalists: Israel wants to solve disputes with Turkey, but will not apologize for the raid on the Mavi Marmara.

Turkey Placing Aircraft on Syrian Frontier

Turkish prime minister says Ankara is 'totally in the right' over the downing of one of its jets by Syria; incident 'won't go unanswered'

Erdogan: Turkey Does Not Intend to Attack Syria

Turkey's premier says Ankara has no intention of attacking Syria, but orders troops deployed on the Syrian border amid rising tensions

Turkish PM: Jews Are Under My Protection

Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan reassures country’s Jewish community, saying that he will ensure their safety.

Turkish Warplane Disappears - Is Syria Responsible?

Turkish warplane disappears over the Mediterranean, reports say it may have been shot down by Syrian security sources.

Erdogan Thumbs Nose at Israeli Tourism; ‘We Don’t Need You’

Erdogan, ignoring statistics that dropped to sixth place for Israeli exports, says his country does not need Israeli tourists.

Turkey, Too, Has Nuclear Ambitions

Turkey’s first particle accelerator facility which PM Erdogan claims is intended to diminish dependence on external markets opened yesterday

Lieberman: Israel Won't be Provoked by 'Turkish Rampage'

Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman told German President Joachim Gauck Israel will 'behave responsibly,' but that restraint has limits...

Erodgan Says Assad 'Losing Grip' on Syria

Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan says Assad's grip on Syria is getting weaker and “victory is close.”

New Conditions from Syria's Assad, Won't Withdraw Troops

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has come up with new conditions in order to withdraw his troops from cities as promised by April 10.

Khamenei: Syria's Anti-Israel, So We'll Defend It

Ayatollah Ali Khamenei tells Turkish PM Erdogan: Iran will defend the Syrian regime due to its anti-Israeli stance.

Erdogan Rejects 'Outside Pressure' on Iran

Turkey's PM scored big points in Tehran when he rejected not only an attack on Iran's nuclear program, but sanctions as well.

Turkish PM Arrives with Full State Delegation in Tehran

Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan has arrived in Tehran at the head of a high-ranking delegation for an official state visit.

Erdogan Blocked from German 'Tolerance Prize'

Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan was blocked Saturday by German protesters from receiving an award for “humanity and tolerance.”

Mashaal in Turkey: Israel Used Gaza to Test Iron Dome

Hamas leader Khaled Mashaal meets Turkish Prime Minister Erdogan. blames Israel for using excuses to attack Gaza.

Erdogan Considers Buffer Zone Along Border with Syria

Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan suggests a safe zone could be established along his country’s border with Syria.

Turkish Airstrikes Target PKK in Northern Iraq

One day after Turkey's prime minister castigated Israel for striking terrorists in Gaza, Ankara strikes at terrorists in Iraq.

Erdogan Accuses Israel of 'Massacre' in Gaza

Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan attacks Israel, says it conducts a "slow but methodical massacre" in Gaza.

Erdogan Dismisses Rumors He is Dying

Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan told reports only God knows when anyone will die, but skirted whether he has cancer.