News for Ahmet Davutoglu Erdogan: Turkey won't stop shelling Kurdish forcesResponding 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 SyriaTurkish Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoglu tells German Chancellor his country will continue to attack Kurdish fighters in Syria. Turkish far-right warns 'elected despot' ErdoganAfter 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 RussiaTurkish PM rules out any apology to shooting down Russian fighter jet at Syrian border, asks Russia to reconsider sanctions. Greece and Turkey launch Twitter warGreek PM slams Turkish counterpart for downing Russian jet, saying Turkish fighter jets violate Greek airspace regularly. Turkey returns Russian pilot's bodyTurkish 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 KurdsTurkish foreign ministry summons US, Russian ambassadors; Foreign Minister Davutoglu compares Kurdish fighters to Al Qaeda.Erdogan Calls for Fresh ElectionsTurkish President calls for fresh parliamentary elections after two months of coalition talks fail to produce a government.Turkish PM Returns Mandate to ErdoganTurkish Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoglu returns the mandate to form a government after failing to form a coalition.Turkey: Last Minute Coalition Talks FailTurkey'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 TalksTalks 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 SyriaTurkish PM Ahmet Davutoglu says his country will cooperate in providing air cover for moderate rebels fighting ISIS. Merkel Urges Turkey to Stick with Peace ProcessGerman Chancellor urges Turkish Prime Minister to stick with the Kurdish peace process despite escalating violence.Turkish PM Resigns After Election DisappointmentTurkish Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoglu resigns after his party loses majority in parliament. Turkish PM Declares 'Victory' Despite SetbackTurkish PM emphasizes "victory" in the elections, despite his party not achieving the required majority for passing constitutional reforms.Turkey Denies Plans to Intervene in SyriaOpposition 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 VoteMartin Schulz reportedly tells Turkey he understands its reaction to the EU calling the mass killing of Armenians a genocide. Turkey: Stuck Between Iran and KurdistanExpert 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 SyriaTurkish 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 RadicalizationTurkish PM Ahmet Davutoglu continues attacking Israel, says Israeli "provocations" contribute to Muslim radicalization. Turkish PM Compares Netanyahu to Paris TerroristsIn 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' TooTurkish 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 JerusalemAhmet 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 AssadAhmet 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 IsraelTurkey's new prime minister, Ahmet Davutoglu, pessimistic regarding his country normalizing ties with Israel.New Turkish PM's Pan-Islamic Foreign PolicyFormer 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 SoldierTurkish 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 IraqTurkish 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 CompensationEven as it demands compensation from Israel over death of violent activists, Turkey refuses European court order to pay for invasion.Turkey's FM: 'Positive Developments' with IsraelTurkey’s Foreign Minister says there are "positive developments" in compensation talks with Israel over the Marmara incident.Turkish FM 'Expecting an Answer' From IsraelTurkish FM Ahmet Davutoglu confirms Mavi Marmara compensation deal closer than ever, but says the ball is in Israel's court.Turkish FM: Israel, Turkey Close to NormalizationTurkey and Israel are the closest they have been to a normalization of relations since the Marmara incident, says Ahmet Davutoglu.Turkey: Assad and Jihadists Are 'Partners'Turkish Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoglu claims that the Assad regime is collaborating with Al-Qaeda affiliate ISIS. U.S. to Keep Patriot Missiles in TurkeyThe United States will keep two Patriot missile batteries in Turkey for another year, says Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel.Turkey Slams World's Failure in Dealing with SyriaTurkish Foreign Minister warns that food and medicine for Syrians are running out, slams the world's failure in tackling the crisis.Turkey's FM: We Didn't Expose Israeli SpiesAhmet Davutoglu says a report that his country deliberately exposed Israeli spies in Iran is "just a smear campaign."Turkey Warns Syria Against RetaliatingSyria will "face the consequences" if it seeks to avenge the downing of a chopper in Turkey, warns Foreign Minister Davutoglu. Britain, Turkey: Syria Attack Possible without UN“It is possible to take action based on great humanitarian need and humanitarian distress,” says Britain's Hague. Davutoglu: Tests Show Signs of Chemical WeaponsTurkey's FM: tests conducted on wounded Syrians suggested use of chemical weapons. Turkey: 'Assad the Butcher' will be TriedErdogan delivers strongest attack to date on Assad after alleged Israeli attack in Syria. Turkish Dep. PM 'Leaving Politics' for New Job?Turkish Deputy PM Bulet Arinc has announced he plans to leave politics at the end of his current term.Turkish FM Satisfied with Israel's ApologyTurkey got everything it wanted with Israel's apology over the Marmara incident, says Turkish Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoglu. Turkey Denies U.S. ComplainedTurkey 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 Anti-Israel CommentsThe 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 IsraelVice Chairman of the Turkish Labor Party accuses the Erdogan government of working with Israel to carry out an alleged airstrike in Syria.Assad's Fall a Matter of Time, Says Turkish FMThe fall of Syria’s government is “only a matter of time,” predicts Turkish Foreign Minister Ahmet Davutoglu.Davutoglu to Iran: Tell Syria to End ViolenceTurkish Foreign Minister urges Tehran to "send a clear message" to Syria's embattled regime to stop the violence against its own people.Turkish Leaders Blast Israel, Support 'Palestine'"It is high time to take a firm stance against Israel’s activities," says Turkey's Foreign Minister.'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. |
