Recep Tayyip Erdogan

Erdogan Wishes Turkish Jews a Happy Hanukkah

Turkish president sends Hanukkah greetings to the Jewish community, says Jewish citizens are “the fundamental elements of Turkey.”

Turkey Raids Anti-Erdogan Media, Arrests 27

Turkish police raids supporters of an American-based cleric who has become President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's top foe.

Erdogan Vows to Make Ottoman Turkish Compulsory in Schools

Turkey's President says he will make lessons in the Ottoman language compulsory despite objections from secularists.

Erdogan Says Women Can't be Treated Equal to Men

Turkey’s President continues to stir up controversy, this time with claims that women cannot be treated as equal to men.

Erdogan Slams Critics of 'Muslims Discovered America' Claim

Turkey's president says that the Muslim discovery of America should be taught in schools.

Cuba Rejects Erdogan's Offer to Build Country's First Mosque

Communist government says no thanks to Turkish leader's offer during speech in which he claimed 'Muslims discovered American.'

Erdogan: Muslims Discovered America

Turkish leader claims Americas were discovered by Muslims in the 12th century, 3 centuries before Columbus set foot there.

Erdogan Slams 'Barbaric' Israel Over Temple Mount

Turkish President condemns Israel for responding to Arab riots on Temple Mount, threatens Security Council action.

Biden: I Never Apologized to Erdogan

Contradicting White House statement, Vice President Biden says he never apologized to Turkey's President over comments he made about ISIS.

Erdogan: US Was 'Wrong' to Give Kurds Weapons

US made a 'big mistake' when it gave arms to Kurdish soldiers trying to defend the border city of Kobane, says Turkish leader Erdogan.

Turkey to Allow Kurdish Fighters into Syria to Battle ISIS

Ankara confirms reports it will allow Iraqi Peshmerga forces to cross into embattled Kobane; move likely the result of US pressure.

US Airdrops Weapons to Kurds Despite Turkish Opposition

After Erdogan calls Kurdish fighters 'terrorists' and opposes arming them, arms dropped in Kobane to aid fight against ISIS.

Biden Apologizes to Erdogan Over ISIS-Related Comments

U.S. Vice President apologizes to Turkey's President for saying Erdogan admitted his country erred by allowing foreign fighters into Syria.

Erdogan: Turkey Can't Stay Out of Fight Against IS

Turkish President says his country cannot stay out of the international coalition fighting IS, says ground troops may be needed.

Turkey 'Would Welcome' Exiled Muslim Brotherhood Leaders

Turkey-Egypt tensions spike further as Erdogan offers new home to Islamists booted out of Qatar, rejects reports he is buying oil from ISIS.

Obama and Erdogan Discuss Fighting Anti-Semitism

White House says U.S. President and Turkish President discussed the importance of "combating the scourge of anti-Semitism."

Erdogan Shakes Israeli's Hand After Six Years

Turkey’s new president and former prime minister shakes the hand of the director of the Israeli embassy at a Victory Day event.

Analysis: 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.

Report: Norway, Turkey Offered Gaza Seaport to Hamas

Hamas's demands for unlimited transportation and import power allegedly garnering international support as talks continue.

Turkey Evacuates Wounded Gazans

Erdogan says his country has started to evacuate wounded people from Gaza to Turkey for treatment.

Erdogan Wins in First Round in Presidential Elections

Erdogan won race for Turkish presidency with about 52%, against 38% for his main rival, officials said.

Turkish Elections Likely to See Erdogan Re-elected

Anti-Semitic tirades and suppression of free speech aside, analysts claim Recep Tayyip Erdogan is set to win elections yet again.

Erdogan Tells Female Journalist to 'Know Your Place'

Chauvinist remarks, anti-Semitic smear spark outrage in Turkey in latest tirade from Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

Erdogan: Israel Deliberately Killing Palestinian Mothers

Turkish Prime Minister once again lashes out at Israel, accuses it of killing mothers and babies in Gaza.

Erdogan Accuses Israel of 'Hitler-Like Fascism'

Turkish prime minister keeps up hysterical anti-Israel rhetoric, says Israel 'keeping Hitler's spirit alive' through Gaza operation.

Erdogan 'Would be Happy' to Return Jewish Award

Turkish Prime Minister's envoy says he will happily return American Jewish Committee award after 'anti-Semitism' controversy.

Egypt Summons Turkish Envoy Over Erdogan's Comments

Egypt summons the Turkish charge d'affaires to complain about Erdogan's calling Sisi a "tyrant".

U.S. Jewish Organization Asks Erdogan to Give Back Award

American Jewish Congress asks Turkey's PM to return a 2004 courage award following his recent verbal attacks on Israel.

Erdogan 'Not Talking' to Barack Obama

Turkish Prime Minister lashes back at US over foreign policy in Syria, Gaza. US: his comments are 'offensive and awful.'

Turkey Declares 'Three Days of Mourning' for Gaza

Deputy Prime Minister calls Operation Protective Edge a 'massacre' in latest anti-Israel move.

Erdogan Compares Israelis to Hitler

Turkish Prime Minister's latest slur claims Israel 'has surpassed Hitler in barbarism' - hours after ADL demands crackdown on anti-Semitism.

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.

Erdogan Slams Egypt's Sisi as 'Illegitimate Tyrant'

Turkish Prime Minister says Egypt cannot be relied upon to negotiate a truce with Israel.

Katz Hits Back at Erdogan: What About the Armenian Genocide?

Transportation Minister hits back at Turkish PM after he accused Israel of attempting a "systematic genocide" of Arabs in Gaza.

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 Accuses Israel of 'Genocide' Over Self-Defense Operation

Israel targets Muslims every Ramadan, Turkish Prime Minister insists in latest hate speech.

Erdogan Compares Jewish Home MK to Hitler

Turkey’s Prime Minister claims MK Ayelet Shaked has a mindset "like Hitler".

Erdogan Accuses Israel of 'State Terrorism'

Turkish Prime Minister attacks Israel, as rockets continue to rain on civilians and Hamas rejects ceasefire.

Erdogan Slams Israeli 'Lies' Over Hamas Aggression

Turkish Prime Minister calls Israel 'cruel' in anti-Semitic tirade, hours after threaten to stop the normalization process.

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.

Rouhani Visits Turkey to Boost Ties

Iran’s President becomes the first Iranian leader to visit Turkey in more than 18 years.

Erdogan Accuses Foreign Reporters of 'Spying'

Turkey's prime minister accuses news outlets of stirring unrest in the country.

Top Turkish Court Rules Erdogan Breached Constitution

Constitutional Court finds banning of YouTube violated free speech rights guaranteed in constitution.

Erdogan Backs Compensation Despite Interpol Request

Israel appeals Interpol to ignore Turkish court arrest warrants, Erdogan says compensation talks continue despite ruling for 'martyrs.'

Turkish Paper Attacks 'Jews' over Mining Disaster

Ultra-conservative daily slams mining company head for 'giving his daughter to a Jew'; says it's the reason for media criticism of Erdogan.

Turkey: German Reporter Receives Death Threats Over Mine Story

Der Spiegel reporter threatened for quoting angry protestor, called 'Jewish enemy of the prime minister.'

Erdogan Thanks Israel for Actions Following Mine Disaster

Turkey’s Prime Minister thanks Israel for cancelling Yom Ha'atzmaut celebrations in Turkey in the wake of last week's mine explosion.

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Watch: Erdogan Yells Anti-Israel Slur, Assaults Protester

Caught on camera: Turkish PM vents frustration over mining accident with anti-Semitic violence. Calls protester 'Israeli sperm'.

Outrage in Turkey as Erdogan Aide Kicks Protester

Yusuf Yerkel photographed kicking man protesting mine disaster as soldiers hold him down, Turkish public incensed.

Israel Offers to Help Turkey After Mining Explosion Kills 245

Israel offers to send MDA teams to Soma, Turkey, after huge explosion kills hundreds.

Turkish Prosecutors Drop Case Against 60 in Corruption Probe

Turkish prosecutors drop a case against 60 people, including the son of a former minister, in a corruption probe.

Erdogan Claims Marmara Compensation Sealed

Turkish PM claims Israel agreement to pay over flotilla in which Turkish Islamists killed attacking IDF reached, thanks Obama for help.

Erdogan Offers Condolences to Armenian Genocide Victims

The statement issued a day before the 99th anniversary of the Armenian genocide is seen as damage control.

Erdogan Attacks 'Parallel State's Blackmail Tapes'

Turkish PM reveals opposition groups have recordings of key officials, warns 'we will clear the state of these assassins.'

Police State? Turkey Passes New Intelligence Law

Erdogan-controlled parliament approves law giving intel agency greater powers, making punishment of leaks harsher.

Erdogan Threatens to Probe Twitter for Tax Evasion

Turkey’s Prime Minister accuses Twitter of tax evasion, pledges to launch a probe against it.

Turkish Election Board Rejects Request for Recount

Ankara's provincial election body rejects opposition's appeal against the results of the local election.

Erdogan Claims Social Media 'Disrespects National Values'

Reeling from a court ruling upholding the right to free speech on social media, Turkish Prime Minister slams US company over values.

Erdogan Declares Victory, Threatens to 'Make Rivals Pay'

Turkey's Prime Minister declares victory for his party in local elections, warns his rivals that they will "pay the price."

Erdogan Takes Lead in Turkey's Local Elections

Erdogan's Justice and Development Party takes early lead in local polls, scoring a victory for the embattled PM.