News for Israel-Turkey Relations Israel and Turkey to resume diplomatic dialogue after six yearsForeign Ministry Director-General Yuval Rotem to travel to Turkey for a series of diplomatic meetings with local officials. Israel's new ambassador to Turkey arrives in AnkaraIsrael's new ambassador to Turkey, Eitan Naeh, arrives in the capital, becoming Israel's first envoy to Turkey since 2010. Marmara families won't drop lawsuitsDespite receiving compensation from Israel, families of Turkish Islamists killed in 2010 flotilla vow to pursue criminal cases. Israel and Turkey to discuss gas pipelineIsrael and Turkey agree to begin discussions on building a gas pipeline to pump Israeli gas to Europe. Steinitz to meet Turkish counterpart in IstanbulIsrael's Energy Minister expected to meet his Turkish counterpart on Thursday.Report: Israel pays compensation to TurkeyTurkish media reports Israel paid compensation for Mavi Marmara flotilla as part of the reconciliation agreement between the two countries. Expert: Reconciliation with Turkey helps IsraelIslamic expert Dr. Ephraim Herrera tells Arutz Sheva that Israel and Turkey have mutual interests, but Israel needs to remain vigilant. 'The government was not honest with us'Hadar Goldin's mother says it is a basic humanitarian value to have the return of her son's body included in an agreement with Turkey. Zoabi urges more flotillasMK Hanin Zoabi says the reconciliation agreement between Israel and Turkey was a clear “admission of murder” by Israel. Zionist Union MK: Netanyahu 'went too far'MK Itzik Shmuli blasts Israel for reportedly agreeing to pay compensation for Marmara families as part of deal with Turkey. Fallen soldiers' families protest Turkey dealShaul and Goldin families protest the fact that Israel's agreement with Turkey fails to include a demand to return their bodies. Erdogan meets Hamas leader ahead of reconciliationTurkish President meets Hamas leader Khaled Mashaal as his country is reportedly set to announce normalization with Israel. Israeli and Turkish teams to meet one last timeIsrael and Turkey's negotiating teams to meet next week for a decisive round of talks on reconciliation agreement. Turkish negotiator with Israel reassignedTurkey’s deputy foreign minister who was in charge of talks with Israel reassigned as ambassador to the UN. Implications unclear. Israel-Turkey talks end with no progressDiplomatic officials say meeting between Israeli and Turkish officials dealt with issues of contention, but no consensus was reached.Israeli and Turkish teams to meet ThursdayNegotiating teams from Israel and Turkey to meet in an effort to reach reconciliation agreement. Erdogan: Istanbul attack wasn't aimed at IsraelTurkish President says he expects positive results from upcoming meeting with Israeli officials. Normalization with Turkey within days?Turkish Foreign Minister tells Cabinet meeting that progress has been made in normalization talks with Israel.Israeli and Turkish teams to meet in SwitzerlandDiplomats say Israeli and Turkish negotiating teams will meet on Wednesday for talks on reconciliation agreement. Agreement with Turkey 'close', says officialDore Gold, Director-General of Israel’s Foreign Ministry, gives a rare interview to Saudi website, says rapprochement with Turkey is close.Turkish official: Deal with Israel 'close'Turkish official says his country is close to an agreement to normalize ties with Israel, cites positive progress on Ankara's key demands. Liberman blasts 'opportunist' Israel-Turkey talksFormer FM notes Erdogan's Islamism, ties with Gaza in warning against normalization process. Turkish business owners embrace normalizationHotel managers in Istanbul tell Israeli media they eagerly await the return of Israeli tourists, saying, 'they're preferred customers.'Turkish official confirms talks with IsraelTurkish government official confirms that Israeli and Turkish officials have held talks but stresses no deal has yet been reached. Erdogan: Israelis created the 'occupation' in 1948Turkish President expresses his support for the Palestinian Arabs, accuses Israel of "occupying the Palestinians". Erdogan: It's 'possible' to repair Israel tiesTurkey’s President tells Israeli radio he thinks it would be possible to repair the strained ties with Israel, but doesn't elaborate. Liberman calls to sanction TurkeyYisrael 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 SyriaConcern over both Assad and the terror groups vying to replace him is drawing Istanbul and Jerusalem together, top official reveals. Turkey Won't Attend Conference Because of IsraelTurkey's Foreign Minister cancels attendance at Munich security conference because Israeli representatives will be there. Turkey: Bill to Define Israel as 'Terrorist State'Turkish parliament to debate a bill, proposed by far-right MP, which would define Israel as a 'terrorist state'. Turkey's PM: No Hope of Normalization with IsraelTurkey's new prime minister, Ahmet Davutoglu, pessimistic regarding his country normalizing ties with Israel. Israel Rescues Stranded Israelis from TurkeyTransportation Minister Yisrael Katz announces 2,000 Israelis have been brought home; Israel to 'make an accounting' with Turkish Airlines. Erdogan Compares Israelis to HitlerTurkish Prime Minister's latest slur claims Israel 'has surpassed Hitler in barbarism' - hours after ADL demands crackdown on anti-Semitism. Erdogan Thanks Israel Over Mine DisasterTurkey’s Prime Minister thanks Israel for cancelling Yom Ha'atzmaut celebrations in Turkey in the wake of last week's mine explosion. Turkey's FM: 'Positive Developments' with IsraelTurkey’s Foreign Minister says there are "positive developments" in compensation talks with Israel over the Marmara incident. Turkey Considered 'Invasion' of Israeli WatersTurkish paper reveals details of secret meeting hours before Mavi Marmara flotilla incident; possibility of war with Israel considered. Turkish Prime Minister Erdogan to Visit Israel?Turkish daily claims Israel, Turkey close to reopening embassies. Israeli Prime Minister's Office denies report. Obama and Erdogan Discuss NormalizationU.S. President Barack Obama and Turkish PM Erdogan discuss "the importance" of Turkey and Israel normalizing their relations. Israel Rejects Turkish Demand to End Gaza BlockadePrime Minister's office confirms PM rejects last-minute precondition on normalization of ties between Israel and Turkey.Turkey: Israeli Compensation Not EnoughTurkey’s Deputy Prime Minister says his country will not be satisfied with Israel simply paying compensation to the Marmara victims. Israelis Believe Apology to Turkey Was a Mistake71% of Israelis believe Israel's apology to Turkey was not justified, finds new poll. Kerry: Reconciliation Vital for PeaceIsrael and Turkey's rapprochement is a vital factor in developing peace and stability, says U.S. Secretary of State John Kerry. Netanyahu's Apology 'Not Enough', Says MK ZoabiMK Hanin Zoabi, who was on the Marmara when IHH terrorists attacked IDF soldiers, says Netanyahu’s apology is “not enough”. 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. Netanyahu Condemns Erdogan's Statements on ZionismPrime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu sharply the statement by the Turkish Prime Minister comparing Zionism to fascism. Erdogan Attacks Assad, Takes Shot at IsraelTurkey’s Prime Minister slams Syrian President Bashar Al-Assad for but also once again verbally attacks Israel. Israeli Initiative with Turkey FailsThe head of Israel's National Security Council met a Turkish official in an attempt to restore ties, but to no avail. |
