Tag: Justice and Development Party
Turkey’s President Forces New Mayoral Election in Istanbul Where Ruling Party Lost Vote
Earlier this year, Turkey’s Islamist Justice and Development Party, the AK Party, as it is called (AKP), lost its battle for control over the...
The PA, Jordan, Saudi Arabia, Caution Israel on Erdogan’s Meddling in Eastern Jerusalem
The Jordanians are afraid that Erdogan is trying to undermine the status of the Hashemite Kingdom as guardian of the holy Muslim sites in the city.
Turkey’s President Erdogan ‘Waiting for Israel’ to Respond on Gaza
Pres. Erdogan says Turkey will mend ties with Israel if Jerusalem agrees to allow Ankara to repair water, energy and infrastructure in Gaza.
Turkey’s PM Ahmet Davutoglu Resigns
It is not clear how the resignation of Turkey's Prime Minister Ahmet Davutoglu will affect the talks between Israel and Ankara.
Turkey Upset Vote Broadens Gov’t, Reduces Erdogan’s Power
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and his AK Party lost the majority in Turkey's parliamentary elections Sunday in an upset vote.
Erdogan’s Embrace of Islamism Gets Nod from Electorate
Erdogan's ruling party, the AKP, won against challenges from the right and the left.
It Was Erdoğan’s Fault
The demonstrations against Erdoğan stem from a sense among his opposition that he has crossed the line in Turkey.
2nd Day of Protest in Turkey Threatening Erdogan’s Regime
On Saturday night, Prime Minister Erdogan has admitted "some cases" of extreme police action.
