Israel-Turkey

Putin supports Israel-Turkey reconciliation

Despite tensions between his country and Turkey, Russian President tells Netanyahu he supports reconciliation between Israel and Turkey.

Turkish FM: 'One meeting away from Israel normalization deal'

Cavusoglu says a rapprochement deal is 1 or 2 meetings away, raising questions about agreements on Gaza blockade and seaport.

Turkish official: Agreement with Israel could come in two months

Turkish ambassador to the PA expresses optimism about the possibility of a normalization agreement with Israel.

Netanyahu: Reconciliation with Turkey is very close

Prime Minister Netanyahu tells visiting congressmen an agreement on reconciliation with Turkey is very close.

Foreign Ministry reprimands consul over remarks on Turkey-Israel

Foreign Ministry says the Israeli consul in Istanbul did not reflect the government's view in discussing Turkey-Israel reconciliation.

Top envoy: No Israel-Turkey normalization until next government

Israel's Consul-General to Turkey confirms moves to reconcile Jerusalem, Ankara on hold until new government established.

Israel to upgrade ties with NATO

Netanyahu announces permanent mission at NATO headquarters and accreditation of representatives, in a reported Turkish concession.

Turkish official: Israel agreed to a Gaza seaport

A leader of Turkish ruling party says in normalization talks Israel agreed to lift naval blockade on Hamas enclave, and compensate Marmara.

Deal or no deal?

Erdogan: No deal if Israel doesn't drop Gaza blockade

Turkish President's spokesperson issues normalization ultimatum, demands end of naval blockade and 'Israeli occupation.'

Turkey vows normalization deal in next meeting

After London talks, Turkish Foreign Ministry announces rapprochement deal with Israel will be signed in next meeting.

Turkey is playing a 'double game' with Israel

As sides meet in ongoing talks, senior Israeli sources accuse Ankara of 'using us' to pressure Russia, estimate talks will fail.

Rapprochement coming? Netanyahu condemns Ankara attack

In what some see as a sign that relations with Turkey are improving, Netanyahu expresses solidarity with Turkey following Ankara bombing.

Turkish FM: Normalization with Israel could come 'within days'

Turkish Foreign Minister tells Cabinet meeting that progress has been made in normalization talks with Israel.

Turkish official: Agreement with Israel is 'close'

Spokesman for Turkey's ruling party says agreement on compensation to families of those who died on Marmara can be signed.

Jewish leader: Meeting with Egyptian President was 'eye opening'

Stephen Greenberg, chairman of the Conference of Presidents, describes Jewish leaders' visits to Turkey and Egypt.

Progress reported in Israel-Turkey talks

Officials say progress was made in meeting between Israeli and Turkish teams, but some issues still remain to be solved.

Ya'alon hints rapprochement with pro-Hamas Turkey won't happen

As new talks start, Ya'alon says Ankara is ignoring conditions, continues to host senior Hamas officials and openly back the terrorists.

Israel, Turkey begin new normalization talks

Next set of covert rapprochement talks start in Geneva, as Ankara continues to demand Israel lift naval blockade on Hamas.

Haniyeh headlines Turkish conference to 'liberate Jerusalem'

Despite rapprochement talks with Israel, Ankara hosts Hamas head at event calling for 'armed struggle' to conquer Jerusalem.

Israel mulling twin gas pipelines to Turkey, Greece

Energy Minister Steinitz outlines plans of gas line to Cyprus and Greece, says if rapprochement goes through Turkey could also be hooked up.

Normalization?

Turkey planning $5 billion for Gaza seaport

Amid rapprochement talks with Israel, Turkish team meets with Hamas officials to plan seaport - even though Israel adamantly opposes.

Report: Israeli and Turkish officials to meet within two weeks

Channel 2 News reports progress in reconciliation talks between Israel and Turkey.

Marmara Islamists angered by Turkey-Israel talks

IHH, which organized 2010 Gaza flotilla, criticizes Turkish government for working to restore ties with Israel.

Egypt urges Israel not to normalize ties with Turkey

Sources reveal Cairo has been worriedly asking for clarification over reports that Israel will lift Gaza blockade, let Turkey into Gaza.

Watch: Turkey playing tough in talks with Israel

From today's ILTV edition. Rapprochement with Turkey? Not so fast, say the Turks.

Hamas says Turkey consulted with it on Israel talks

Hamas leader says Turkey updated it throughout normalization talks, was asked to use negotiations for Hamas's interests.

Turkey wants normalization to buy Israeli weapons

Turkish defense sources reveal main reason for rapprochement talks is to buy advanced UAVs and fighter jet systems.

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.'

Officials warn: Turkey not serious about warming Israel ties

Senior Israeli sources question Ankara's talk of Israeli rapprochement, as Turkey continues to host active Hamas terrorists.

Watch: Are Israel and Turkey renewing ties?

From today's ILTV edition: Israel and Turkey are close to renewing ties.

Iran warns Turkey: Don't renew ties with Israel

Iranian official says that Turkey restoring ties with Israel goes against the rights of the Palestinian people.

Netanyahu declares Israel won't ease Gaza blockade

PM clarifies naval blockade to prevent weapon smuggling not going anywhere, after Turkish, Hamas officials say Israel may ease it.

Turkish official: Israel is Turkey's friend

Deputy chairman of Turkey's ruling party says normalization has not yet been agreed upon, but stresses that Israeli people are 'friends'.

Liberman blasts Israel-Turkey talks as 'opportunism'

Former FM notes Erdogan's Islamism, ties with Gaza in warning against normalization process.

'We love Israelis': Turkish businesses embrace normalization

Hotel managers in Istanbul tell Israeli media they eagerly await the return of Israeli tourists, saying, 'they're preferred customers.'

'Erdogan wants to start a dialogue with Israel'

Former Deputy Minister Danny Ayalon says Turkish President's remarks about Israel mark a change in policy and Israel should take advantage.

Liberman calls to sanction Turkey over attack on basketball team

Yisrael Beytenu chairman demands Israel take action against Turkey, after Israeli women’s basketball team harassed during a game in Ankara.

Turkey-Israel Relations Normalizing - Over Syria

Concern over both Assad and the terror groups vying to replace him is drawing Istanbul and Jerusalem together, top official reveals.

Ankara: 'No One in Turkey is Anti-Semitic'

Despite exodus of Turkish Jews, anti-Israel tirades, Turkish Deputy Prime Minister insists Turkey is merely protesting Israel's policies.

A New Foreign Minister Could Break Ground with Turkey

Nimrod Goren says that Liberman is a symbol of the crisis between the two countries, but the relationship will still need a lot of work.

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's 'Provocations' Cause Muslim Radicalization

Turkish PM Ahmet Davutoglu continues attacking Israel, says Israeli "provocations" contribute to Muslim radicalization.

Israel Rescues Stranded Israelis from Turkey

Transportation Minister Yisrael Katz announces 2,000 Israelis have been brought home; Israel to 'make an accounting' with Turkish Airlines.

ZAKA’s Efforts Bring Body ‘Stuck’ in Turkey Home

ZAKA helps bring back the body of a Jew who died in India and was delayed in Turkey due to the recent cancellation of flights.

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.

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 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.

Israel Rejects Turkish Demands to Announce End to Gaza Blockade

Prime Minister's office confirms PM rejects last-minute precondition on normalization of ties between Israel and Turkey.

Erdogan: No Written Protocol? No Normalization

Turkish Prime Minister says that Israel must commit in writing to lifting the "siege" on Gaza for normalization with Turkey.

Turkish FM: Israel and Turkey Close to Normalization of Ties

Turkey and Israel are the closest they have been to a normalization of relations since the Marmara incident, says Ahmet Davutoglu.

Minister Peretz in Landmark Visit to Turkey

Environment Minister in Istanbul, the first official visit by an Israeli minister since the relations between the countries broke down.

Poll: Israelis Believe Apology to Turkey Was a Mistake

71% of Israelis believe Israel's apology to Turkey was not justified, finds new poll.

Reconciliation Aside, Israelis Still Staying Away from Turkey

Israeli tourists aren't rushing back to Turkey's famed “all inclusive” resorts; 83% of Israelis would not even consider the possibility

Visit of Israeli Delegation to Turkey Postponed

An Israeli delegation’s visit to Turkey to discuss compensation for the families of the Mavi Marmara victims has been postponed.

Kerry: Turkey-Israel Reconciliation Vital for Peace

Israel and Turkey's rapprochement is a vital factor in developing peace and stability, says U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry.

Turkey Undermines Israel at NATO, But Wins Gaza Shipments

Israel allows Turkey to ship materials and experts to Gaza despite Ankara's attempts to undermine the Jewish State in NATO.

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.

Israelis Refrain from Visiting Turkey as Turks Tour Israel

In the past year there has been a decline in the number of Israelis who visit Turkey. Turks, however, continue to visit Israel.

Turkey Claims Israel is Aiding Kurdish Rebels

Turkish intelligence agencies are claiming that Israeli drones recently spotted in Turkey are spying for the PKK.

Turkey Nearly Downs Israeli UAV

Report: Turkish army nearly downs an Israeli unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) after it is spotted spying on Turkish equipment.