Turkey

Turkey: Islamist AKP party wins landslide victory

After briefly losing parliamentary majority for first time in 13 years, Erdogan's party is back on top with surprise victory.

ISIS claims first beheadings inside Turkey

ISIS releases video claiming brutal murder of anti-ISIS activist and his friend, in first beheading conducted by the group in Turkey.

Davutoglu hails election results as 'victory for democracy'

Turkish PM welcomes outcome of a general election which swept his AK Party back to a parliamentary majority.

Erdogan's party poised to win majority in Turkish elections

After 90% of votes counted, Turkish President Erdogan's Justice and Development party expected to win over half of parliamentary seats.

Anti-ISIS activists beheaded in Turkey

Syrian activist revealing ISIS crimes and a friend found beheaded in Turkey - is ISIS extending its reach under Ankara's nose?

Syrian Kurds accuse Turkey of attacking their positions

YPG says Turkish forces attacked their forces along the Syrian-Turkish border, as Kurdish-Turkish tensions escalate.

Turkey Downs Drone Near Syrian Border

Accusations remain airborne between Ankara, Moscow after Russia denies violating Turkish airspace.

Erdogan Mocks EU Over Syria Refugee Crisis

Turkish President says bloc awarded Nobel Peace Prize for 'political' reasons, has not done much to ease Syria situation.

Turkey Warns US, Russia over Support for Syrian Kurds

Turkish foreign ministry summons US, Russian ambassadors; Foreign Minister Davutoglu compares Kurdish fighters to Al Qaeda.

Rivlin to Erdogan: Terror Hits and Hurts Us All

President Reuven Rivlin sent Israel's condolences to Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan after Ankara attack kills 86.

Deadliest Bombing in Turkish History Kills at Least 86

Double suicide bombing at protest in Ankara leaves 86 dead, 186 wounded. Prime Minister declares three days of national mourning.

Turkey Threatens to Cut Energy Deals with Russia over Syria War

Analysts say that despite the rhetoric, Turkey is too energy-reliant on Russia to follow through with Erdogan's threats.

NATO, Turkey on High Alert Over Russian Airspace Violations

Russian aircraft strayed into Turkey twice in two days en route to Syria, officials say; Ankara summons Russian ambassador.

Erdogan: Israel Defending Temple Mount 'A Red Line'

Turkish President says that defense of Judaism's holiest site 'could deteriorate the situation,' hours after meeting with Hamas leader.

Nervous Erdogan Sacks Oddball MPs Amid Rating Slips

More signs Kurdish crackdown 'election ploy' backfired: opposition head defeats Erdogan in TV ratings, AKP cuts controversial MPs from list.

Erdogan Meets Hamas Terror Leader to Condemn Israel

Turkish president has secret meeting with Mashaal; calls Abbas, vows to press world to take action against Israel over Temple Mount riots.

Four Dead as Iran Revolutionary Guards Fight Kurdish Rebels

Spillover? Kurdish rebels clash with Iranian security forces at Turkish border, as fighting rages between Turkey, PKK.

Jewish Israeli Man Attempted to Join ISIS

Jewish Israeli man intercepted in Turkey after family turn to Foreign Ministry to stop their son from joining ISIS.

Turkish Delegation to Visit Israel - Are Renewed Ties Coming?

For the first time since the Marmara incident, Israel will welcome a delegation from Turkey, in what some see as a step to renewal of ties.

Turkey in tumult

Erdogan's Kurdish War Gamble Fails Spectacularly

Analysts reveal Erdogan's Kurdish crackdown was meant to reverse elections defeat, but new poll proves it had the exact opposite effect.

Turkey to Join International Coalition Against ISIS

The United States and Turkey finalize agreement to include Turkey in international effort to bring down ISIS, says Pentagon.

Erdogan Calls for Fresh Elections

Turkish President calls for fresh parliamentary elections after two months of coalition talks fail to produce a government.

Israeli Boy, 6, Drowns in Turkey

The boy drowned in a swimming pool at a hotel, where his family was on vacation.

Turkish Woman Walks Out on Bill for 35 Refugee Children

A woman in Turkey ordered lunch for 35 Syrian refugees before disappearing without paying.

Turkey to Return to Elections in November

Return to the polls expected for November 1 in possible bid for Erdogan to regain lost majority.

Turkey Claims Killing 770 Kurdish Militants in a Month

State-run media cites intelligence sources saying 430 PKK militants killed in Iraq, another 260 in southeastern Turkey.

ISIS's 'Conquerer of Istanbul' - a Turkish Candy Seller

Who is the Turkish terrorist who sent a chilling video message threatening the 'traitor' Erdogan with rebellion? You may be surprised.

Erdogan Vows Payback for 'Every Bullet' Following ISIS Threat

Turkish President reiterates his country's determination to fight anti-state terrorists after ISIS threatens to conquer Istanbul.

Turkish PM Returns Mandate to Erdogan

Turkish Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoglu returns the mandate to form a government after failing to form a coalition.

ISIS Calls to 'Conquer' Istanbul

Turkish ISIS terrorist urges Turks in video message to 'revolt' against the 'traitor Erdogan,' who made Turkey 'slaves' of US, Jews.

Turkey Elections Likely as 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.

Is Turkey Halting Hamas Activity Within its Borders?

Reports fly that Turkey will restrict Hamas activity against Israel as it hopes to re-normalize relations with the Jewish state.

Israel Denies Ceasefire Talks with Hamas

If someone is negotiating with Hamas in Qatar, Prime Minister Netanyahu hasn't authorized it, senior official asserts.

Patriot Missiles to be Removed from Turkey in October

Turkey and the United States announce Washington will withdraw its Patriot missile batteries from the country in October.

One Killed in Renewed Clashes between Turkey, Kurds

Kurdish youths open fire on Turkish police, as protesters demand an end to violence.

Turkey Building Fence to Keep Syria Spillover Out

Ankara building concrete security fence, digging trenches against the onslaught of ISIS and other terror attacks.

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.

7 Kurds Killed as Clashes Escalate between Turkey, PKK

Kurdish news agency claims Turkish forces 'executed' two teenage boys, as militants attack army bases.

Coalition Talks to Determine if Turkey Headed to Snap Elections

Talks between Turkish PM Davutoglu and opposition leader Kilicdaroglu will continue Thursday in last push to form a coalition.

Hamas Chief Holds Closed-Door Talks with Turkish Leaders

Hamas chief Khaled Mashaal visits Ankara for late night closed-talks with local leaders.

Manned American Airstrikes from Turkey Begin

The United States launches its first manned airstrikes against ISIS targets from the Incirlik Air Base in Turkey.

Erdogan Promises 'No Concessions' in Fight Against Kurds

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says there will be "no concessions" in Turkey's relentless offensive against the PKK.

Turkey, US Ready to Begin Anti-ISIS Mission

After a 'pause' for coordination, official says, Turkey and the US are ready to begin operations against Islamic State terror organizaiton.

Erdogan Vows to Continue Attack on PKK 'to the Last Terrorist'

Turkish President says his country would press on with its relentless campaign against Kurdish militants "until not one terrorist" was left.

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.

Rebels Bombard Shia Villages as 'ISIS-Free Zone' Inches Closer

Syrian rebels led by Al Qaeda fire some 1,000 rockets at Shia villages; Al Qaeda announces withdrawal from area slated for 'ISIS-free zone.'

Marxist Terror Group Claims Attack on Istanbul US Consulate

DHKP-C blamed for attack, while the Kurdish PKK is said to be behind attack on police station that killed a police official.

Seven Wounded in Bomb Attack in Istanbul

Bomb attack at a police station in Istanbul wounds five police officers and two civilians.

United States Deploys F-16s to Turkey for ISIS Fight

The United States for the first time deploys half a dozen F-16 warplanes to Turkey to help anti-ISIS operations.

Turkish 'UFO' Turns Out to be Israeli 'Spy Balloon'

Locals excited at finding UFO in air quickly change tack to accuse Israel of nefarious tourist balloon, joining pantheon of 'spy' charges.

US Drone Bombs ISIS Target in Syria after Taking Off from Turkey

US drone strikes near ISIS capital of Raqqah after Ankara opens its Incrilik air base for US military use.

Turkey Says it Will Strike ISIS - 'Soon'

Turkish FM tells Kerry fight against ISIS will start 'soon'; efforts focused on Kurds till now and not ISIS, which Turkey cooperated with.

US Urges Turkey to Tone Down War Against Kurds

US and Europe warn Turkey after reports its Kurdish crackdown is killing civilians, as Ankara continues to largely ignore ISIS.

End of Assad? Erdogan Claims Putin Pulling Support

Putin 'may give up on Assad' according to Turkish president, in a sign that some of the last backers of Assad may leave him out to dry.

Scores of Kurdish Civilians Killed in Turkish Bombardment

Turkey escalates air campaign against Kurdish rebels, as Kurdish PKK group claims first 'suicide bombing'.

Turkey Launches All-Out War: 260 Kurds Dead in a Week

Turkish fighter jets continue to pound Kurdish fighters as it becomes clear Ankara's main target Kurds not ISIS - which it cooperated with.

Erdogan Denies Working With ISIS

Turkish President blames 'dark powers' for reports showing Ankara bought oil from the world's richest terror group.

Kurdish Rebels Prepare for War with Turkey

In their Iraqi bastions, Kurdish PKK militants bracing for all-out conflict with Turkey as Ankara steps up bombing campaign.

Turkish ISIS Airstrikes 'Just for Show'

Senior Kurdish politician says Turkey's campaign mainly targets Kurdish rebels, Erdogan trying to manufacture crisis to force new elections.

Syria Skeptical About Turkey's Efforts to Fight ISIS

Syria's foreign ministry says it is skeptical that Turkey is genuine in its efforts to fight ISIS.