Turkey

Defected Syria General Meets Turkey's Foreign Minister

Brigadier General Manaf Tlas, one of the most senior defectors from Assad's rule, says he will try to help unite Syria's opposition.

Anonymous Invades Turkish Police, Intelligence Websites

International hacking organization Anonymous crashed websites belonging to the Turkish police and intelligence Thursday.

American Soldiers Attacked in Southern Turkey

Seven Turks attacked American soldiers Wednesday and attempted to put bags over their heads in the southern province of Antalya.

Israeli Groups Aiding Syrian Refugees in Jordan, Turkey

Israeli aid groups are providing humanitarian assistance to Syrian refugees who have fled to Jordan and Turkey, said Likud MK Ayoub Kara.

Turkish Soap Opera Inspires Murder, Clerics Blame 'West'

A Yemeni man has been executed after murdering four men and a woman in an effort to imitate a Turkish soap opera.

US Refuses to Reveal Details on Downed Turkish Jet

U.S. officials claim they know the details regarding the Turkish jet downed by Syria last month, but refuse to reveal them to the public.

Russian Defense: Downed Turkish Aircraft on NATO Mission

Russian Defense Ministry official said downed Turkish aircraft violated Syrian airspace on an intelligence mission for the NATO.

15th General Defects from Syria to Turkey

A Syrian general and a number of soldiers among 66 Syrians who flee into Turkey in one day.

Turkey Finds Bodies of Downed Pilots

Military officials in Ankara say they have located the remains of two pilots downed by Syria on July 22; working to recover them from seabed

Turkey: World Needs 'Strong Egypt,' Extends Invitation to Mursi

Turkish Foreign Minister said that his country is willing to work hand-in-hand with Egypt in all fields for ensuring peace in region.

Assad Wishes Downed Jet Had Been Israeli

Assad is sorry that his forces downed a Turkish plane but added, "I might have been happy if this had been an Israeli plane.”

Turkish FM Urges Syrian Opposition to Unity

Turkish FM Ahmet Davutoglu warned Syria's often fractious opposition against discord saying only al-Assad would benefit

Russia May Have Helped Down Turkish Jet

Russia may have helped shoot down the Turkish aircraft near Syria, officials tell The Sunday Times newspaper.

Syrian Tanks Gather on Turkish Border

Syrian rebels say Assad is sending tanks to the Turkish border. Turkey has sent troops toward Syria.

Turkey Placing Aircraft on Syrian Frontier

Turkish prime minister says Ankara is 'totally in the right' over the downing of one of its jets by Syria; incident 'won't go unanswered'

Syria May Have Mistaken Turkish Jet for Israeli One

The downing of a Turkish fighter plane by Syria may have been a case of mistaken identity, a Syrian minister says amid rising tensions.

Annan Invites Major Powers to Syria Pow-Wow

With Syria's popular uprising crossing into civil war and tensions with Turkey rising, the major powers prepare to meet

Erdogan: Turkey Does Not Intend to Attack Syria

Turkey's premier says Ankara has no intention of attacking Syria, but orders troops deployed on the Syrian border amid rising tensions

Turkey Deploys Troops Along Border with Syria

Turkey deploys a large number of military vehicles to the Syrian border after Syria downs its jet.

NATO Backs Turkey Against Syria

NATO has strongly condemned the downing of a Turkish jet by Syria saying the alliance stands with Turkey in 'strong solidarity.'

Turkey Complains to UN Over Downed Jet

Turkey sends letter to UN Security Council and to Secretary General, complains about Syria downing its jet in international airspace.

Syria Shoots at Second Turkish Aircraft

Syria has attempted to shoot down a second Turkish aircraft searching for missing pilots, Ankara announced Monday.

Turkish PM: Jews Are Under My Protection

Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan reassures country’s Jewish community, saying that he will ensure their safety.

Turkey Calls for NATO Mtg Over Syria Attack on Jet

Turkey has called on NATO to convene a meeting in the wake of Syria downing its jet in international airspace.

Turkish Warplane Disappears - Is Syria Responsible?

Turkish warplane disappears over the Mediterranean, reports say it may have been shot down by Syrian security sources.

Mofaz: Turkey Will Become Mideast 'Superpower'

Israel must come to terms with Turkey's superpower status in the Middle East, said Israeli Deputy Prime Minister Shaul Mofaz.

Turkey Urges No Access to NATO Data for Israel

Turkey has decided to renege on an agreement to provide Israel with information about ballistic missile launches from terrorist entities.

US Exempts Turkey, India, S. Korea From Sanctions Over Iran

The US has exempted seven countries from economic sanctions in return for significantly cutting imports of Iranian oil.

Turkey Fears Syrian Conflict Spilling Over Border

Turkey has expressed fears the growing civil war in Syria is beginning to spill over its border. About 2,000 refugees arrived in 48 hours.

Rivlin: We Cannot Ignore the Armenian Genocide

Knesset holds special discussion on the 1915 Armenian Genocide. Rivlin: This is not an accusation at the current Turkish government.

US-Based 'Georgia Power' Interested in Turkey's Nuclear Plant

U.S.-based Georgia Power is interested in joining Turkey’s nuclear power plant project, its CEO Paul Bowers announced.

US Ousts Israel From Counterterrorism Forum

The US blocked Israel's participation in the Global Counterterrorism Forum's, due to fierce objections from Turkey.

Turkish Court Charges Pianist with 'Insulting Islam'

Turkish court charges an internationally known pianist and composer with insulting Islamic religious values on Twitter.

Turkey, Too, Has Nuclear Ambitions

Turkey’s first particle accelerator facility which PM Erdogan claims is intended to diminish dependence on external markets opened yesterday

Photos: Rally in Turkey to Mark Flotilla Date

A major rally was held in Istanbul to mark the second anniversary of the sailing of the 2010 flotilla to Gaza.

Japan Joins Growing List of Countries Expelling Syria Diplomats

Japan says it will expel Syria's ambassador – joining numerous other nations – over last week's massacre in the central city of Houla.

Former Amb.: Israel Must Take Tough Line With Turkey

Former Ambassador to the US and France says J'lem must vigorously campaign against Turkey's Mavi Marmara indictments

Lieberman: Israel Won't be Provoked by 'Turkish Rampage'

Foreign Minister Avigdor Lieberman told German President Joachim Gauck Israel will 'behave responsibly,' but that restraint has limits...

Israeli Mountain Climber to Receive Medal of Honor

Nadav Ben-Yehuda, who saved the life of a Turkish climber during his excursion on Mount Everest, will receive Presidential Medal of Honor.

Turkish Pianist Faces Imprisonment for Tweets Insulting Islam

Prosecutors have demanded charging an internationally acclaimed Turkish pianist for comments he made on Twitter, insulting Islam.

MK Shai: Cancel Turkish Tenders Over Indictment

Lawmaker says Israel must not remain indifferent to a Turkish indictment of four top IDF commanders.

Lawyer: Israel Offered $6 Million to Victims of Turkish Flotilla

Israel has offered to pay $6 million to the victims of Turkish flotilla to settle lawsuits against Israeli military, a Turkish lawyer said.

Turkey Indicts 4 Former IDF Commanders Over Mavi Marmara

Turkey has indicted four Israeli military commanders over the 2010 Gaza flotilla incident in which nine terror activists were killed.

Israel Denies Turkish Reports as 'Baseless'

Israel denied reports that appeared in the Turkish media that claimed Israel is planning to deploy thousands of troops in Cyprus.

Turkish Report: Israel to Deploy '20,000 Commandos' to Cyprus

Israel plans to deploy approximately 20,000 troops in Greek Cyprus to protect its energy projects in the region, Turkish news agency claims

Turks Resume EU Entry Bid

With Sarkozy Gone And Merkel Weakened, Turks Resume EU Entry Bid

With Sarkozy gone and Angela Merkel weakened, Turkey is counting on a more favorable reception in Brussels.

IHH to Mark Flotilla Incident with Anti-Israel March

Turkey-based IHH group plans to mark the second anniversary of the 2010 flotilla by holding a mass march in Istanbul.

Turkey Accuses Israel of Violating Airspace

Turkey accused Israel on of violating the airspace of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus on Monday.

Turkey Suspects Bird of Being Spy for Israel

Turkish authorities believe they have found a bird used by Israel for espionage purposes, the country’s media reported.

NATO Ousts Israel from Upcoming Chicago Summit

Israel will not be invited to the upcoming NATO summit that is scheduled to take place May 20-21 in Chicago, said alliance's top official.

Report: U.S. Working to Repair Turkey-Israel Relations

The U.S. has been working behind the scenes to repair the strained relations between Israel and Turkey.

Turkey Completes Probe of 2010 Mavi Marmara Flotilla

Turkish prosecutors have completed their investigation into the 2010 Gaza-bound Mavi Marmara flotilla, according to Turkish Justice Minister

Turkey Bails Out Iran with Gold

Turkey is bailing out Iran and Arab Spring countries with huge amounts of gold exports that have boosted its trade balance.

Erodgan Says Assad 'Losing Grip' on Syria

Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan says Assad's grip on Syria is getting weaker and “victory is close.”

Report: Israel Spied on Turkish Pilots

Turkish newspaper claims that Israel wiretapped conversations between Turkish pilots on military training flights.

Turkish Raids Aim to Lower Israeli Threat Warning

Officials in Ankara ordered a series of raids on groups targeting Israelis; CTB lowers warning for Israelis headed to Turkey.

Israeli Participation in Upcoming NATO Summit?

The American Jewish Committee has called on the US to get Turkey's veto lifted on Israel's participation in an upcoming NATO Summit.

Turkey to Block EU From NATO Summit Unless OIC Attends

Turkey said it will block EU participation in NATO summit unless the Organization of the Islamic Cooperation (OIC) is allowed to participate

France and Turkey Mulling Syria Intervention

As violence rages on in Syria, Turkey wants to create a buffer zone; France wants to invoke Chapter 7 of the UN charter.

State Dept. Refuses to Stand Up For Israel on Summit

State Dept. refuses to stand up for Israel against a Turkish statement that it vetoed Israel’s participation in a NATO summit.