Erdogan names close confidante as PM candidate
After sacking Davutoglu for opposing his plans to seriously boost his own powers, Erdogan gives the nod to a more pliant senior aide.
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Erdogan's road to a dictatorship now clear?
Turkey's Erdogan forces his Prime Minister to step down, after he opposed Erdogan's plans to seriously boost his presidency.
Erdogan's party to replace Davutoglu
Turkey's ruling party is set to replace Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoglu following tensions with President Erdogan, sources say.
Erdogan: Turkey won't stop shelling Kurdish forces
Responding to western powers calling for Turkey to stop shelling Kurdish forces in Syria, Erdogan says there is no question of stopping.
Turkish PM: We'll continue to hit Kurds in Syria
Turkish Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoglu tells German Chancellor his country will continue to attack Kurdish fighters in Syria.
Turkish far-right warns 'elected despot' Erdogan
After Erdogan cites 'Hitler's Germany' as model he wants to switch to, MHP head comes out against 'primitive mindsets.'
Turkish PM denies new system is a 'dictatorship'
The lady doth protest too much? Davutoglu invokes Hitler in speaking about switch from parliamentary to presidential system.
Turkish PM: Israel deal only meant 'to help Gaza'
Davutoglu says rapprochement to benefit, not 'sadden Palestine and Gaza'; Turkey first 'to enjoy honor of making Israel apologize.'
Turkey refuses to apologize to Russia
Turkish PM rules out any apology to shooting down Russian fighter jet at Syrian border, asks Russia to reconsider sanctions.
Greece and Turkey launch Twitter war
Greek PM slams Turkish counterpart for downing Russian jet, saying Turkish fighter jets violate Greek airspace regularly.
Turkey returns Russian pilot's body
Turkish PM says Russian official will travel to Hatay region to take possession of pilot killed in Turkish downing of Russian plane.
Davutoglu hails election results as 'victory'
Turkish PM welcomes outcome of a general election which swept his AK Party back to a parliamentary majority.
Turkey Warns US, Russia over Support for Kurds
Turkish foreign ministry summons US, Russian ambassadors; Foreign Minister Davutoglu compares Kurdish fighters to Al Qaeda.
Erdogan Calls for Fresh Elections
Turkish President calls for fresh parliamentary elections after two months of coalition talks fail to produce a government.
Turkish PM Returns Mandate to Erdogan
Turkish Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoglu returns the mandate to form a government after failing to form a coalition.
Turkey: Last Minute Coalition Talks Fail
Turkey's prime minister says no agreement reached at a last-ditch meeting with a nationalist party, leaving little option but new elections.
Erdogan's Party Says New Elections 'Only Option'
Turkish AKP party says it can't create a coalition, calling for snap elections after it lost majority in serious setback in June.
Turkish PM, Opposition Meet for Coalition Talks
Talks between Turkish PM Davutoglu and opposition leader Kilicdaroglu will continue Thursday in last push to form a coalition.
Turkish PM: We Won't Send Ground Troops into Syria
Turkish PM Ahmet Davutoglu says his country will cooperate in providing air cover for moderate rebels fighting ISIS.
Merkel Urges Turkey to Stick with Peace Process
German Chancellor urges Turkish Prime Minister to stick with the Kurdish peace process despite escalating violence.
Turkish PM Resigns After Election Disappointment
Turkish Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoglu resigns after his party loses majority in parliament.
Turkish PM Declares 'Victory' Despite Setback
Turkish PM emphasizes "victory" in the elections, despite his party not achieving the required majority for passing constitutional reforms.
Turkey Denies Plans to Intervene in Syria
Opposition politicians claim Islamist AKP government plans to launch war in Syria to boost popularity ahead of upcoming elections.
Schulz Understands Turkey's Anger on Genocide Vote
Martin Schulz reportedly tells Turkey he understands its reaction to the EU calling the mass killing of Armenians a genocide.
Turkey: Stuck Between Iran and Kurdistan
Expert reveals Turkey’s hesitation to support Iraqi Kurds keeps door open for more Iranian influence in Iraq, and explains why that's so.
Turkish PM: UN Doesn't Have a 'Plan A' on Syria
Turkish Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoglu criticizes the UN and world powers for their failure to bring an end to the war in Syria.
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.
Mossad Betrayer the 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.
Turkish PM: Israel Must 'Stop Killing Children'
Turkey’s Prime Minister says his country’s ties with Israel can be restored if Israel “stops killing children”.
Turkish PM: Israel Causes Muslim Radicalization
Turkish PM Ahmet Davutoglu continues attacking Israel, says Israeli "provocations" contribute to Muslim radicalization.
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.'
Turkish PM: Rally Against 'Islamophobia' Too
Turkish Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoglu hails anti-terror rally in Paris, says he would expect a similar reaction to attacks on Muslims.
Turkish PM Slams Israel Over Jerusalem
Ahmet Davutoglu says he backs Palestinian Arabs in their efforts to oppose Israeli attempts to "reduce the Islamic character" of Jerusalem.
Turkish PM: Attack ISIS, but Also Remove Assad
Ahmet Davutoglu says his country is prepared to send ground forces to help eradicate ISIS, as long as the removal of Assad is guaranteed.
Turkey's PM: No Hope of Normalization with Israel
Turkey's new prime minister, Ahmet Davutoglu, pessimistic regarding his country normalizing ties with Israel.
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.
Turkey Promises to Help Free Israeli Soldier
Turkish Foreign Minister says his country will do what it can to help free soldier Hadar Goldin.
Hamas Asks Turkey to Stop 'Israeli Aggression'
Khaled Mashaal calls Turkish FM, asks for pressure against Israel same morning Hamas terrorists pepper Israel with rockets.
Turkey Threatens Retaliation in Iraq
Turkish Foreign Minister says Ankara will retaliate if any citizens and diplomats held in the northern Iraqi city of Mosul are harmed.
Turkey Refuses to Pay Cyprus Compensation
Even as it demands compensation from Israel over death of violent activists, Turkey refuses European court order to pay for invasion.
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