Tag: Recep Tayyip Erdogan
Merkel Protests Erdogan’s Comparing Germany to Nazi Germany
'There is absolutely no reason to allow ourselves to be reproached over this,' a German government spokesman said.
Turkey’s President Condemns Jewish Building in Judea, Samaria
Turkey's president accuses Israel of "absolute provocation" against the Palestinian Authority with building in Judea and Samaria.
Israel and Turkey Delay Reconciliation, Ambassador Exchange
Almost 'normalized' but not quite: Israel completes its part of the deal, but Turkey's court refuses to dismiss the case against IDF soldiers and officers.
Israel, Turkey, Open Discussions On Natural Gas Pipeline and Explorations
Energy Minister Yuval Steinitz and his Turkish counterpart met while at the World Energy Conference in Istanbul; the two explored the possibility of a natural gas pipeline from Israel to Turkey.
Energy Minister Steinitz Heads to Turkey for Global Energy Gather After Yom Kippur
Energy Minister Yuval Steinitz travels to Turkey after Yom Kippur to attend an international conference and meet with President Erdogan.
Turkey’s President Erdogan Shakes Hands With Israel’s Female Diplomat, Shani Cooper
Israel's interim head of embassy in Ankara is welcomed with a handshake by Turkish President Erdogan and wishes for success.
Turkish Parliament Passes Israeli Compensation Bill
Turkish Prime Minister Binali Yildirim said earlier this month that Jerusalem had met all of Ankara’s preconditions for normalizing ties, which were degraded in 2010.
Erdogan Utilizing Turks’ Ingrained Conspiracy Theory Culture to Purge Foes, Real and Imagined
Imagine that every conspiracy theory you've heard, from the Communists taking over America, to Obama conspiring with the deans of Al Azhar University to bring Islam to the US, to the CIA blowing up the World Trade Center, was, if not true, at least plausible.
Turkish Parliament Approves 3-Month State of Emergency
Turkish lawmakers endorsed a 3-month state of emergency declared by the government July 20.
Erdogan Declares Three-Month State of Emergency Across Turkey
Meanwile, President Erdogan has announced that the death penalty could be restored in Turkey following the failed military coup, as part of his efforts to enhance democratic values.
The Tamar Yonah Show – Was the Turkey Coup a False Flag Operation? [audio]
Is it coincidence that the military coup in Turkey made Turkish President Erdogan even stronger, and giving him an excuse to go after his enemies in a witch-hunt in a legitimate way?
Israel ‘Assumes Reconciliation to Continue’ With Turkey
"There must be a unified approach of condemnation and war on this terrorism," Netanyahu underlines.
Erdogan Blames Former Military Attaché to Israel and Muslim Peace Advocate for Coup Attempt
Some 2,839 military personnel involved in the coup attempt have been arrested, and 20 pro-coup soldiers, including some senior officers, were killed during the attempt to overthrow the government.
Israeli Cabinet Approves Deal With Turkey Despite Pressure from Families of Israelis Held in...
The Israeli security cabinet approved a reconciliation deal with Turkey on Wednesday by a vote of 7-3.
36 Dead, More Than 140 Wounded in Suicide Bombing at Istanbul’s Ataturk Airport
Officials say 36 are dead after a suicide bombing rocked Istanbul's Ataturk Airport.
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.
Kerry Meets Turkish Pres., Egyptian FM in Washington
US Secy of State John Kerry met "briefly" in Washington with his Egyptian counterypart and with Turkey's president, but said little of substance.
Israel Warns Citizens to Leave Turkey ASAP
Israel counter-terrorism bureau has warned Israelis to leave Turkey immediately due to a concrete terror threat.
Israeli-Turkish Talks Likely to Focus on Gaza in Geneva
Israeli and Turkish officials are meeting again for talks to work out the thorny issue of Israeli security and Gaza.
Erdogan Says He Wants Improved Turkish-Israeli Relations
Back in 2014 Erdogan condemned Israel’s operations in Gaza, accusing it of committing genocide and “barbarism surpassing Hitler.”
Russia Presents ‘Evidence’ of Alleged ISIS Oil Imports to Turkey
Russian officials presented materials on Wednesday that they said proved Turkey's leadership is "involved in illegal oil trade with ISIS."
Erdogan to Quit If Putin Proves Claim Turkey Imports Oil From ISIS
Turkey's Pres. Erdogan vows to resign his post if Russia's Pres. Putin can prove his claim that Ankara is importing oil from the ISIS terror group.
Putin Accuses Turkey of ‘Stab in the Back’
Russian President Vladimir Putin is furious after Turkey shot down a Russian fighter jet; he accused Ankara of a "stab in the back."
Turkey Returns to Polls for Parliamentary Elections
Turkey returns to the polls today to elect a parliament and determine a national government.
ISIS Tells Turkish Muslims to Rebel Against ‘Infidel’ Erdogan
A new video message from ISIS urges Turkish Muslims to rebel against "infidel" President Erdogan.
Turkey’s Leaders Meet With Hamas in Ankara
Hamas leader Meshaal was warmly welcomed Wednesday in Ankara by Turkish President Erdogan.
Israeli, Turkish Officials Meet to Mend Broken Ties
Senior Turkish and Israeli officials meet quietly in Italy to begin trying to mend their broken ties.
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.
Turkish Foreign Minister Targets Jews, Warns of ‘Treason’
Red flags are waving for Turkey's Jewish community again. For the second time in a week, a high-ranking official targeted Jews in a speech.