Turkey Israel Relations

Turkey signals Hamas could hand over power in Gaza, as Turks seek influence in Strip - report

Emirati newspaper Al-Ain pointed out that recent actions taken by the Turkish government might indicate point to Hamas adharence to the ceasefire, while the Turks seek to gain influence in the Strip.

A Hamas terrorist stands guard as workers search for hostage remains.

The liquid gold: Erdogan's crisis reshuffles the olive oil market

 Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan speaks after a signing ceremony in Ankara, Turkey September 4, 2024.

Muslim countries will not answer Erdogan's call for unity, Turkey expert predicts

 An El Al plane in Ben-Gurion Airport.

El Al plane flies to Rhodes after emergency landing in Turkey sees local workers refuse to refuel


Turkey's chief rabbi to Israelis: Keep visiting despite security risk

In an interview with The Jerusalem Post, Hakham Bashi (Chief Rabbi) Ishak Haleva said Israelis should feel at home in Turkey, contradicting repeated warnings by Foreign Minister Yair Lapid.

 Hatikva plays at Erdogan's palace as Israel resets ties with Turkey March 9, 2022.

Can Israel and Turkey's renewed relations lead to a new Middle East?

What should we expect from President Isaac Herzog's rare visit to Turkey and can Israel trust Erdogan?

A Turkish flag flutters atop the Turkish embassy as an Israeli flag is seen nearby, in Tel Aviv, Israel June 26, 2016

Giving peace with Turkey a chance is in Israel's best interest - opinion

By giving peace with Turkey a chance, Israel and its supporters would be casting a vote of confidence in the region’s ongoing transformation.

 TURKISH PRESIDENT Recep Tayyip Erdogan meets with new US Ambassador to Turkey Jeff Flake at the Presidential Palace in Ankara last week.

Erdoğan claims Israel's President Herzog will visit Turkey next month

A visit to Turkey by Herzog will be the highest-level visit to the country since Shimon Peres visited Ankara in 2007.

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan speaks during a news conference following a cabinet meeting in Ankara, Turkey, December 14, 2020

Herzog in talks for first Israeli presidential visit to Turkey since 2007

Turkey's Erdogan mentioned that he may meet with Herzog, and said that Prime Minister Naftali Bennett is "sending messages at different levels."

 President Isaac Herzog.

Erdogan consumed by domestic troubles bares his claws, again - opinion

Erdogan is facing many economic challenges and still struggling to flatten the coronavirus curve while attempting to show a positive image on the global stage.

 DEMONSTRATORS SHOUT slogans during a protest against the economic policies of the government, in Istanbul, earlier this week.

Turkey and Israel – are we to be friends? - opinion

For the past 13 years relations between Turkey and Israel have been – to say the least – rancorous.

TURKISH PRESIDENT Recep Tayyip Erdogan meets with Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas in Istanbul.

Turkish ruling party wants to improve Israel ties after presidents' call

Celik singled out the Palestinians as one of many issues Turkey wants to discuss with Israel, adding that areas such as tourism and trade should be a "win-win" for both nations.

TURKISH PRESIDENT Recep Tayyip Erdogan and his wife greet their supporters during the Grand Congress of his ruling AK Party in Ankara last month.

Jewish scholar calls on Israel government to recognize Armenian genocide

Israel Charny's new book reveals how Turkey pressured Israel to deny the Armenian genocide.

Armenian genocide memorial in Lyon, France 311 (R)

Turkey prepares to clash with Israel, Greece and EU over East Med

Ankara’s goal is to break up Israel’s relations. It has also sought to entice Egypt with claims of reconciliation in the last month.

 Turkish seismic research vessel Oruc Reis sails in the Bosphorus in Istanbul, Turkey, October 3, 2018