Recep Tayyip Erdogan

Turkey signs deal with Britain to buy 20 Eurofighter jets, UK says

The deal comes as Turkey seeks to leverage advanced warplanes to rival enemies, its biggest of which is Israel.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan shake hands on the day of signing a deal worth up to £8 billion for 20 UK Typhoon fighter jets, at the Presidential Palace in Ankara, during a visit to Turkey. Picture date: Monday October 27, 2025.
TURKISH PRESIDENT Recep Tayyip Erdogan addresses the UN General Assembly last month. In an age when antisemitism and anti-Kurdish racism are used by states as political tools, solidarity and truth remain the final acts of resistance, the writer argues.

Erdogan pushes for sanctions, arms embargo in call to allies to lock Israel into Gaza ceasefire

A German Air Force Eurofighter Typhoon jet during an air display at the 55th International Paris Airshow at Le Bourget Airport near Paris, France, June 18, 2025.

Turkey's Erdogan seeks to purchase 40 fighter jets from Qatar - report

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan is welcomed by Qatar's Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani in Doha, Qatar

Turkey pressing for Western fighter jets to claw back regional edge - analysis


‘Jihadist in a suit’: Chikli slams Turkish President Erdogan over prayer to destroy Israel

Israel’s Diaspora Affairs and Combating Antisemitism Minister Amichai Chikli condemned Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan for his prayers to destroy Israel.

Amichai Chikli and Recep Tayyip Erdogan. Ilustrative.

Turkey vs Iran: The endless struggle holding the Middle East hostage - opinion

Turkey views its former territories in the Fertile Crescent as a natural strategic extension of its national security, and Iran’s growing influence on its southern border is an absolute red line.

 Iran's Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian meets with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, in Tehran, Iran September 3, 2023.

Erdogan seeks Gulf, US, and EU support for swift Gaza reconstruction post-ceasefire

"If it turns into genocide again, Israel knows the consequences will be severe," Turkish President Erdogan said.

US President Donald Trump and Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan gesture as they pose for a photo, at a world leaders' summit on ending the Gaza war, amid a U.S.-brokered prisoner-hostage swap and ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas, in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt, October 13, 2025.

Israel, Hamas not to participate in Gaza deal signing ceremony - report

“Hamas will not be involved in the signing process. Only mediators and American and Israeli officials will be present,” said Hussam Badran, a senior member of Hamas's political bureau.

Nitzan Alon shakes Qatari PM al-Thani's hand, reportedly after negotiations ended early Thursday morning.

Erdogan says Turkey is explaining to Hamas best approach for Palestinian future

Erdogan said Turkish officials were involved in negotiations in Egypt and that Ankara supports peace efforts by Trump.

 TURKISH PRESIDENT Recep Tayyip Erdogan attends the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro. Turkey’s irredentist policies, from its actions in Cyprus to its growing involvement in Syria, highlight a policy of territorial expansion and ethnic dominance, the writer maintains.

Hamas must step down to allow a new dawn for the Middle East - editorial

The plan unveiled by Trump and embraced by Jerusalem on Monday could indeed signify a new dawn for the Middle East, one of peace, prosperity, and security for all the peoples of the region.

US President Donald Trump seen with a Hamas terrorist (illustrative)

Erdogan says reached understanding with Trump on ceasefire, peace in Gaza

Erdogan and Trump agree on a path to ceasefire and lasting peace in Gaza, with a two-state solution seen as key. Talks also focus on trade and defense cooperation between Turkey and the US.

US President Donald Trump welcomes Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan at the White House in Washington, US, September 25, 2025.

'I think we are close to a deal': Trump, Netanyahu to discuss plan to end Gaza war

The president’s plan contains 21 points addressing an end to the war in Gaza, and calls for an Israeli withdrawal from the Gaza Strip and the release of all hostages.

US President Donald Trump signing an executive order in the Oval Office, Washington, September 19, 2025; illustrative.

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A protestor wearing a mask depicting British Prime Minister Keir Starmer attends a 'National March for Palestine' demonstration in support of Palestinians in Gaza, as Britain's Labour Party's annual conference is hosted in Liverpool, amid the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict, Britain September 21, 2024

Turkey moves to cement influence in Syria with security and transport deals - analysis

From security coordination to trade and aviation, Turkey is rapidly expanding its influence in post-conflict Syria.

 Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

Turkey orders detention of Istanbul district mayor, others in corruption probe, state media says

The police carried out early morning raids at 72 locations to seize documents and detain suspects on charges including embezzlement, bribery, and tender rigging, according to TRT Haber.

 Protesters hold a banner with an image of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, in Istanbul’s Sarachane Square, March 2025.