Turkey

Israel Set to Compensate Turkey Over Mavi Marmara Deaths

Turkish officials say compensation deal to be signed soon over infamous 'Gaza Flotilla' incident in 2010.

Erdogan Defends Twitter Ban

Turkey's Prime Minister confirms he gave the orders to shut down Twitter, claims the site was breaking Turkey's laws.

Turkey: We Shot Down Syrian Jet

Action may be a government effort to gain political scores ahead of a local vote that is scheduled to take place on March 30.

Turkey Stops Users Who Got Around Twitter Ban

Turkish government blocks access to Google DNS which many had been using in order to bypass the ban on Twitter.

Turkey's Twitter Ban Met with Condemnation

White House, State Department and even Turkey's president criticize Ankara's banning of popular social networking site.

Twitter Out in Turkey After Erdogan Threatens to Block It

Twitter users in Turkey complain of widespread outages, hours after PM Erdogan threatens to "eradicate" the social network.

Erdogan Threatens to Ban YouTube and Facebook

Amid pressure over corruption scandal, Turkey's prime minister threatens to take Internet censorship even further.

Former Head of Syrian Rebels Injured in Car Accident

Riad al-Asaad, former head of the rebel Free Syrian Army, injured in accident outside Istanbul.

Turkey Scrambles Fighter Jets Over Russian Plane

Possible new front opens in Ukraine-Russia standoff, which has escalated with Russian missile tests and shots fired in air.

Turkish Secondary Schools Closed as Corruption Scandal Continues

Parliament closes private schools run by Erdogan's rival as crackdown on political opponents continues.

Erdogan Under Fire for Leaked Phone Conversations

Turkish Prime Minister criticized over recordings of conversations between him and his son, in which they discuss how to hide money.

Jordan, Israel Strike Natural Gas Deal

Amman the first to sign natural gas import agreement with Israel after Egyptian pipeline becomes too unreliable.

Turkish President Signs Internet Censorship Law

Despite protests, Turkey's president Abdullah Gul signs law that tightens controls over web use.

Cyprus Peace Talks Could Bring Gas Export Boon for Israel

Opening of Cypriot pipeline could grant Israel a valuable route to deliver newly-discovered natural gas deposits to Turkey and Europe.

Marmara Incident: 'You Don't Compensate Enemies'

Attorney urges Netanyahu not to compensate families of Turk terrorists from Marmara, warns of dangerous precedent.

Report: Israel to Pay Flotilla Families $20 Million

The government decided Monday that it would pay $20 million to the families of nine Turks killed on the Mavi Maramara in 2010, a report said

Turkish Jews Targeted in Terrifying Anti-Semitic Attack

Violent attack on two Jews in northwestern Turkey underscores fears for country's Jewish minority.

Failed Ukrainian Hijacker Charged in Turkey

Istanbul court charges Ukrainian over his failed attempt to force a Turkish airliner to land in Sochi.

Protests Rage in Turkey over Internet Censorship, Corruption

Turkish police use tear gas and water cannon to disperse protesters demonstrating against invasive Internet laws.

Turkey Foils Plane Hijacking

Turkish F-16 makes a plane land in Istanbul after hijacker on board demands it fly to Sochi.

Turkey-Cyprus Clash Shows Israel 'Defender of NATO'

Turkey forces Norwegian ship out of Cypriot waters. Analyst says 'Israel is now heart of NATO's southeastern flank.'

Israel Offers Turkey $20 Million Over Mavi Marmara Flotilla

Compensation talks advancing over 2010 incident in which flotilla tried to illegally break blockade on terror group Hamas.

Turkey-Iran Alliance Looming?

Turkish PM visits Iran to establish council of cooperation, as interim agreement eases sanctions on Iran's nuclear program.

Embattled Turkish PM Erdogan Retreats as Islamist Allies Raided

In the face of mounting pressure, Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan withdraws bill curbing power of judiciary.

'Mavi Marmara' Flotilla Group Raided Over Al Qaeda Links

IHH, the Islamist group behind the infamous 2010 flotilla to Gaza, raided by Turkish police over links to Al Qaeda.

Expert: Erdoğan is in Trouble

Prof. Efraim Inbar says upcoming elections will not just be a popularity contest for Erdoğan, but 'a struggle for Turkey’s soul.'

Erdogan Replaces Half His Cabinet Amid Corruption Scandal

Turkish Prime Minister replaces half the ministers in his cabinet hours after three ministers resign over a corruption investigation.

Turkey: Senior Ministers Resign Over Corruption Scandal

Embattled government of Turkish PM Erdogan takes another blow as fallout from high-profile corruption scandal continues.

Turkish PM Erdogan Threatens to Expel Foreign Ambassadors

In veiled threat to US ambassador, embattled Turkish Prime Minister reacts to growing corruption scandal by threatening diplomats.

Turkey: 47 Tons of Weapons to Syria 'For Sports'

Following reports of huge weapon exports to Syrian rebel forces, Turkish Defense Minister claims 'non-military' weapons sent.

Syria: Turkey Supplied 47 Tons of Weapons to Islamist Rebels

Despite past denials, Turkish foreign ministry spokesman admits UN report detailing military support to Syrian rebels.

Turkish Court Orders Release of Lawmaker After 4 Years

Jailed Turkish journalist and lawmaker released after more than four years in prison over his alleged involvement in a coup plot.

Turkish Students Found Guilty of Nazi Salute at Auschwitz

Pair of 22 year-old history students avoid jail, receive 6-month suspended sentence in second such incident in recent months.

Again: Turkish Students Arrested for Nazi Salutes at Auschwitz

Second incident in three months sees Turkish students arrested - this time under infamous sign at the entrance to notorious Nazi camp.

Western States Hold First Talks With Syria's Islamist Rebels

Western states, including US, meet with powerful Syrian Islamic Front; marks policy shift after failure to back secular FSA.

Iran, Turkey Boost Intelligence Cooperation After Deal

Officials announce that during 6 month period of eased sanctions the countries will increase trade and intelligence sharing.

Weapons Seized in Turkey near Syria

A cargo truck bearing 12,000 rocket heads was seized by Turkish police near the Syrian border, possibly on way to rebel forces.

Former Military Intelligence Head Says Marmara Raid 'A Mistake'

Head of Military Intelligence during 2010 Mavi Marmara raid declares move "mistake"; claims "both Turkey and Israel have made mistakes".

Turkey Slams World's Failure in Dealing with Syria Crisis

Turkish Foreign Minister warns that food and medicine for Syrians are running out, slams the world's failure in tackling the crisis.

Young Turkish Jews Flee Growing Anti-Semitism

Senior member of Israel's Turkish Jewish community says Islamist AKP party fanning the flames of hatred.

Kurdish Rebels Threaten Turkey with Fresh Wave of Attacks

Kurdistan Workers Party acting head says Turkey not delivering on key promises, continues to support Islamists against Kurds in Syria.

Report: U.S. Cancelled Drone Delivery to Turkey

Congress cancelled delivery of UAVs to Turkey because of its exposing of Israeli spies to Iran, reports Turkish newspaper.

Turkey's Foreign Minister: We Didn't Expose Israeli Spies

Ahmet Davutoglu says a report that his country deliberately exposed Israeli spies in Iran is "just a smear campaign."

Turkish Officials: Iran Report Was Just to Make Us Look Bad

Like Israeli officials, Turks decry Washington Post report that they 'informed' on Israeli agents to Iran, denying the charges.

Former Mossad Head: Relations With Turkey 'Mortally Wounded'

Officials in Israel's intelligence community expressed anger over the report hat Turkey had given Tehran the identities of 10 Israeli agents

Report: Turkey Exposed Israeli Spy Ring in Iran

Turkish-Israel relationship so hostile that PM Erdogan deliberately exposed Israel’s Iranian agents.

Turkish Students Arrested for Nazi Salutes at Nazi Death Camp

Two Turkish students could face up to three years in jail for "promoting fascism" after shouting "Heil Hitler" at Israeli group.

Marmara 'Activist' Claims: IDF Commandos Shot from Helicopter

One of the activists from the Mavi Marmara tells a Turkish court that IDF commandos opened fire from a helicopter as they raided the ship.

Erdogan: 'Syria's Assad is a Terrorist, Not a Politician'

One who "killed 110K of his people is a terrorist," Turkish PM Erdogan said after Assad warned Turkey would pay for involvement in Syria war

Turkey Guilty of 'Mass Human Rights Violations'

Amnesty international calls for embargo on riot-control equipment to Turkey following violent crackdown on Gezi Park protest movement.

Turkey Warns Syria Against Retaliating for Downed Helicopter

Syria will "face the consequences" if it seeks to avenge the downing of a chopper in Turkey, warns Foreign Minister Davutoglu.

Deadly Bomb at Turkish-Syrian Border

At least one person was killed Tuesday when a large bomb went off on the Syrian side of the country's border with Turkey.

Turkish Planes Shoot Down Syrian Helicopter

Turkish officials confirm warplanes downed helicopter that violated Turkish airspace. Turkey-Syria tensions already high.

Turkey Enforces Limitations on Alcohol Sales

Despite criticism from many shop owners, the controversial regulations limiting the sale and advertising of alcohol in Turkey takes effect.

Turkey: Sixth Anti-Government Protester Dies

Ahmet Atakan allegedly killed after being struck in the head by a teargas canister.

Turkey's President Invites Israeli Diplomat to Reception

Despite the still tense relations between the countries, Turkey's President invited a senior Israeli diplomat to a reception on August 30.

Erdogan: Syrian Strike Should Topple Assad

Limited strikes in Syria are not enough, declares Turkey's Prime Minister as the U.S. mulls action in Syria.

Erdogan Sheds a Tear Over Muslim Brotherhood Politician's Poem

Turkey’s Prime Minister cried on TV upon hearing a poem written by a senior Egyptian Muslim Brotherhood politician.

Turkey Joins In Calls for Action on Assad

A top Turkish official on Thursday added his country's voice to the condemnation of Syria, demanding international action.

Egypt: We're Losing Patience with Turkey

Egypt warns it is losing patience with Turkey, after Erdogan accuses Israel of being behind the removal of Morsi.