Turkey

Syrian Refugee Smuggling Ship Stopped by Turkey

Turkish coastguard opens fire on vessel carrying 337 mostly Syrians fleeing the war.

'Turkey is Backing ISIS'

Prof. Inbar tells Arutz Sheva Turkey 'doesn't distinguish between Islamists,' is using them for 'Neo-Ottoman' foreign policy of domination.

Turkey Claims Agent from US Coalition Helped ISIS Girls

Turkish FM claims agent from state in US-led anti-ISIS coalition - not US or EU - helped girls join ISIS, amid criticism of porous borders.

Qatar Emir Meets Erdogan in Surprise Visit to Turkey

Leaders of Turkey and Qatar, close allies who both support Syrian rebels and terror group Hamas, meet for surprise talks in Ankara.

Turkey: Mossad Betrayer Withdraws from Parliamentary Elections

Hakan Fidan, the head of Turkish intelligence who exposed a Mossad network, withdraws candidacy for elections.

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Israeli-Greek-Cypriot Alliance Challenges Turkey in the Med

Economic issues in Athens and partnerships to extract natural gas keep far-left Greek gov't away from the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Erdogan Attacks West for Not Taking More Syrian Refugees

Turkish president claims EU 'leaves refugees to die at sea,' notes Turkey has taken in 2 million Syrians.

UN Shrinks Food Aid to Syria Refugees in Turkey

Lack of cash forces World Food Program to ask Turkey to take over aid efforts in nine refugee camps.

Turkish PM Says UN Doesn't Even Have a 'Plan A' on Syria

Turkish Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoglu criticizes the UN and world powers for their failure to bring an end to the war in Syria.

Turkey Will Not Help Iraq Militarily to Retake Mosul from ISIS

Although Turkey offers Iraq assistance in effort to take back ISIS-controlled Mosul, refuses to get too involved by sending troops to help.

Is Israel Losing Favor in Kurdistan?

Turkish money and Iranian coordination in war against ISIS has Kurds poised to pull away from decades-old relations with Israel.

Watch: British 'Jihadi Brides' on the Way to Join ISIS

CCTV footage appears to show three British schoolgirls in Turkey, on their way to join Islamic State terrorist group.

Fighting ISIS 'Not a High Priority for Turkey'

Turkey does not place a high priority on fighting ISIS jihadists, according to United States intelligence chief James Clapper.

Former Miss Turkey Faces Prison for 'Insulting' Erdogan

Former Miss Turkey may be prosecuted after sharing a satirical poem on her Instagram account.

British Girls Who Ran Away to Join ISIS 'Crossed into Syria'

Teenage girls who ran away from home and flew to Turkey are now believed to have crossed into Syrian territory, likely joined jihadists.

Turkey Blames UK for Passage of Female ISIS Recruits

Shifting blame? After three British girls join jihad in Syria via Turkey like countless others, Turkey says UK didn't tell it soon enough.

Turkish President: Evacuation of Syrian Tomb 'Not a Retreat'

Turkey's President says evacuation of troops from Suleyman Shah tomb in Syria 'not a retreat' rather a 'temporary relocation.'

Turkey Launches Operation Inside Syria to Evacuate Ottoman Tomb

One killed in operation to repatriate body of Ottoman emperor's grandfather, as 700 special forces soldiers entered ISIS territory.

US and Turkey Sign Deal to Train and Arm Syrian Rebels

Long talks conclude in agreement to train rebels to fight Assad and ISIS, but will training and weapons fall in wrong hands?

US, Turkey Agree to Arm and Train Syrian Rebels

US State Department announces deal 'in principle', despite Ankara's own murky role in Syria's civil war.

Erdogan: Other World Leaders Are Jealous of Me

Turkish President declares he is not concerned by Turkey's isolation and its deteriorating relations with former allies.

Turks Boycott Schools in Protest of Islamization of Education

Secular Turks opposed to President Recep Tayyip Erdogan take to the streets to demand a secular education.

Turkish Checkpoint Near Syria Bombed - by ISIS?

Explosion wounds 3 including policeman in Suruc, on other side of Syrian border from Kobane recently recaptured from ISIS.

Erdogan Slams Obama's Silence Over North Carolina Murders

Turkish President criticizes Obama over his silence following the killings of three young Muslims in North Carolina.

Europe Fines Turkey for Trampling Singer's Free Speech

European Court of Human Rights symbolically fines Turkey for without trial fining a singer over speech complaining about lack of freedoms.

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.

Betrayer of Mossad to be 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.

Turkey's FM Won't Attend Germany Conference 'Because of Israel'

Turkey's Foreign Minister cancels attendance at Munich security conference because Israeli representatives will be there.

Police Free Indians Caught Trying to Enter Syria

Indian authorities released nine people deported from Turkey after attempting to enter an ISIS-controlled part of Syria.

Erdogan: I Want to be Like Queen Elizabeth

Turkey’s president explains he doesn't want to be a sultan, but rather more like the British Queen.

Kobane is Liberated - But What About the Residents?

Kurds free strategic city from ISIS, but with most of it turned to rubble, survivors are trying to get by in a Turkish camp.

Turkish Official Uses Holocaust Ceremony to Attack Israel

Speaker of the Turkish parliament says at a ceremony honoring Holocaust Day that Israel's "massacres" in Gaza must not be forgotten.

Turkish Capital Hosts Holocaust Ceremony for First Time

Official ceremony designed to express solidarity with the Jewish community - but is it too little, too late?

Report: Turkish Burger King Manager Beats Syrian Refugee Boy

Photo of 11 year-old boy allegedly beaten for eating leftover fries makes waves on social media.

Turkey to Mark International Holocaust Remembrance Day

Chairman of Turkey's parliament will attend ceremony in Ankara in honor of International Holocaust Remembrance Day.

Missing South Korean Teen Tweeted his Desire to Join ISIS

Missing dropout suspected of entering Syria from Turkey to join terror group was 'Sunni Mujahideen' on Twitter, asking how to join ISIS.

Turkey Intercepts EU-Bound Ship with 300 Mostly Syrian Migrants

333 migrants packed on to ship sailing for Europe; 4 Turks, 11 Syrians arrested over incident.

Clues that South Korean Teen Became an ISIS Terrorist

ISIS terrorist pics on his computer, online friendship with a Turk - police are connecting the dots surrounding disappeared Korean teen.

South Korean Man Believed to Have Joined ISIS

18-year-old goes missing from Turkish border town; had exchanged emails with Islamic State jihadists while there.

Report: 3,000 in Turkey Linked to ISIS

Turkish intelligence warns of Islamic State terror attack 'anywhere and anytime' as presence of extremists in Turkey reaching critical mass.

Turkish PM: Israel's 'Provocations' Cause Muslim Radicalization

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

Istanbul Suicide Bomber was 'Widow of Norwegian ISIS Jihadist'

Russian, Norwegian couple joined ISIS; widow returned to Turkey illegally and carried out suicide bombing in Istanbul.

Freed British ISIS Terrorist: Turkish Police Fed Us Pizza

Highly-educated British jihadist reveals in Turkish jail police were highly sympathetic, let them contact ISIS, and 'hated Israel.'

Up to 700 Turkish Nationals Have Joined Islamic State

Turkish FM claims between 500-700 Turkish citizens have joined the terrorist organization giving rise to concern over them returning home.

Turkish PM Compares Netanyahu to Paris Terrorists

In continuing war of words between Turkey and Netanyahu, Turkey's PM Davutoglo claims Israel's PM has committed 'crimes against humanity.'

Turkey Blacks Out Media to Cover Up Syria Arms Deal

Turkish government threatens all media, including social networks, to stop reports of weapons transfer to Syrian rebels.

Erdogan Blames West for Charlie Hebdo

Turkish Prime Minister says West is 'playing games' with Islamic world, denies Muslims could carry out attacks in latest tirade.

Syria: Turkey is Allowing Terrorists to Freely Cross the Border

Syrian government accuses Turkey of allowing "terrorists" to freely cross the border, calls the world to stop its "destructive policy".

CCTV Footage May Show Wife of Paris Terrorist Entering Turkey

Footage from Istanbul's airport allegedly shows Hayat Boumeddiene, wife of kosher supermarket shooter, disguised in hijab.

Turkish PM: There Should Also be a Rally Against 'Islamophobia'

Turkish Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoglu hails anti-terror rally in Paris, says he would expect a similar reaction to attacks on Muslims.

Media in NATO's Turkey Blame Charlie Hebdo for Slaughter

Turkish newspapers blamed Charlie Hebdo for the Islamic slaughter it suffered, while CNN refused to show the caricatures in question.

Hamas Calls United States 'Rude and Racist'

Hamas takes exception with the United States' expression of dissatisfaction over Turkey’s contacts with the group.

Armed Attacker Arrested Outside Turkish PM Office

Man armed with automatic weapon hurls grenade at police outside Dolmabahce Palace in Istanbul, where prime minister office is housed.

Turkish PM: Israel 'Reducing the Islamic Character' of Jerusalem

Ahmet Davutoglu says he backs Palestinian Arabs in their efforts to oppose Israeli attempts to "reduce the Islamic character" of Jerusalem.

Jordan Asks Turkey for Help in Locating Captured Pilot

Jordan has reportedly asked Turkey for help in rescuing a Jordanian pilot captured last week by ISIS.

Hamas Leader Praises Turkey for Support

Khaled Meshaal addresses annual congress of ruling Islamist AKP party, says Turkey 'a source of power for all Muslims.'

Erdogan to Europe: Don't Criticize Us, Fight Islamophobia

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan slams European countries for criticizing deteriorating press freedom in Turkey.

Turkey Arrests Teen for 'Insulting' Erdogan

Police in Turkey arrest a 16-year-old on charges of insulting President Erdogan. He could face up to four years in prison.

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.