Erdogan Israel

Erdogan says Israel’s ‘aggression’ threatens Turkey, entire Mediterranean region

Erdogan also said there were initiatives, led by Israel, to destabilize the Mediterranean region and warned that "nobody should chase adventures" or join Israel's "boat of mischief."

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan makes a speech during the closing event of the SAHA 2026 International Defence and Aerospace Exhibition in Istanbul, Turkey, May 8, 2026.
Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan attends a press conference with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz at the Presidential Palace in Ankara, Turkey, October 30, 2025.

Turkey tightens trade embargo against Israel

 Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan (R) and Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa (L) shake hands as they hold a joint press conference after their meeting at Presidential Complex in Ankara, Turkiye on February 4, 2025.

Western intelligence source to 'Post': Turkey aims to activate the Syrian T4 air base

 Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan speaks during a press briefing during NATO’s 75th anniversary summit in Washington, US, July 11, 2024.

There he goes again: Erdogan threatens Israel to suit domestic agenda - analysis


Erdogan will seek legitimacy in an assertive foreign policy

The last decade witnessed Ankara feeling more self-confident, especially in the Middle East.

Supporters listen to the speech by Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan during a rally for the upcoming referendum in Istanbul, Turkey

Turkey's Erdogan calls on Muslims of the world to flock to 'Al-Aksa'

The Turkish president condemned "the Israeli crimes against the Palestinians."

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan makes a speech during an iftar event in Ankara, Turkey, June 27, 2016

Turkey's Erdogan: Israeli settlement push an 'absolute provocation'

Turkish president makes comment in a speech in Bahrain, while on an official visit.

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan addresses during an attempted coup in Istanbul, Turkey July 16, 2016.

Erdogan signs bill enabling reconciliation with Israel

The Turkish parliament signed off on the accord two weeks ago.

Turkish President Erdogan with Shani Cooper.

Turkey deal ‘cornerstone’ of stability in the region

Foreign Ministry director-general says the Mideast is in chaos • Security cabinet approves accord, 7-3

Netanyahu and Erdogan

Israel and Turkey on the verge of an agreement

A new chapter in Israel-Turkey relations seems to be quickly approaching, producing a set fresh of bilateral and regional opportunities that are waiting to be explored and acted upon.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan makes a speech at the Presidential Palace in Ankara

Erdogan meets with US Jewish leaders in reconciliation effort

Relations between Turkey and Israel hit a new low following Israel’s deadly raid in 2010 of a Turkish ship attempting to breach its blockade of the Gaza Strip.

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan greets his supporters

Turkey–Israel normalization – why ever not?

The Jerusalem Post

Behind the Lines: Erdogan’s bait and switch

Recent revelations indicate a laissez-faire attitude toward Islamic State oil-trading across the border, and to the transport of fighters across the border.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan visits North Cyprus

Peres: Erdogan wanted to turn Turkey into Iran, and there's no room for another Iran

Former president says Obama administration has shown commitment to Israel's security and he is "ashamed" of heckling of Jack Lew at Jpost Conference.

Former president Shimon Peres