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Greece warns Turkey against violating sovereign rights, vows response from 'position of strength'

“Yes, we want peace. But we want it from a position of strength. With security and without fear complexes,” Gerapetritis said.

 Greek Foreign Minister George Gerapetritis talks during an interview with Reuters, at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Athens,Greece, June 18, 2024.
Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf speaks to the press after visiting the grave of Iraqi paramilitary commander Abu Mahdi al-Muhandis, August 21, 2026.

IDF conducts fresh strikes in Lebanon, Israel targeted Syria airbase over planned Turkish presence

Israeli security forces operate during a raid in the West Bank city of Nablus on August 20, 2026.

Pezeshkian claims Tehran in 'position of power' to end war despite blows to Iranian economy

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan welcomes US President Donald Trump at Ankara Airport, who is paying an official visit to Turkey ahead of the 36th NATO Heads of State and Government Summit in Ankara, Turkey, on July 7, 2026.

Turkey's Erdogan urges Trump to continue US-Iran talks, offers support in diplomatic efforts


Erdogan meets Hamas leader in Istanbul, discusses efforts to reach Gaza ceasefire

Erdogan met Hamas leader Haniyeh to discuss Gaza aid and regional peace amid tensions with Israel. They emphasized support for Palestine and called for unity.

 Turkey's President Tayyip Erdogan meets with Ismail Haniyeh, leader of the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas, in Istanbul, Turkey, April 20, 2024.

Turkey imposes export restrictions on Israel over Gaza as tensions rise

"This decision will remain in place until Israel, under its obligations emanating from international law, urgently declares a ceasefire in Gaza and allows the unhindered flow of... aid," Turkey said.

 TURKISH PRESIDENT Recep Tayyip Erdogan leaves a news conference during a NATO leaders summit in Vilnius, last year.

How will the local elections in Turkey affect the Middle East? - analysis

The vote was, in essence, a choice between an authoritarian religious party and parties representing a tradition of secular nationalism.

 Supporters of Ankara Mayor Mansur Yavas, mayoral candidate of the main opposition Republican People's Party (CHP), celebrate at the CHP headquarters following the early results during the local elections in Ankara, Turkey March 31, 2024.

Turkey's resurgent opposition thumps Erdogan in pivotal local elections

Sunday votes in Turkey resulted in the most significant blow to President Tayyip Erdogan and his party, reinforcing Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu as his main political rival.

 Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan looks on as he delivers statements, in Budapest, Hungary, December 18, 2023

What’s behind Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s ‘firm’ support for Hamas?

Erdogan is ramping up his pro-Hamas rhetoric ahead of Turkey’s local elections on March 31, according to M. Hakan Yavuz, a professor of political science at the University of Utah.

 Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan delivers a speech during a protest against the recent killings of Palestinian protesters on the Gaza-Israel border and the U.S. embassy move to Jerusalem, in Istanbul, Turkey May 18, 2018.

Turkey's Erdogan says March election will be his final, state media reports

Erdogan, modern Turkey's most successful politician, has led the country for more than two decades.

 Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan speaks to announce Murat Kurum as his ruling Justice and Development Party (AK Party) candidate in Istanbul's mayoral election in March, in Istanbul, Turkey January 7, 2024.

Grapevine, February 28, 2024: Heroes then and now

Movers and shakers in Israeli society.

 GUY KLAIMAN with Amnon Ben-David, CEO of Eshet Tours.

'A white heart': Daughter of Turkey's Erdogan slammed for anti-Israel post

The post was apparently intended to flatter South African President Cyril Ramaphosa but ended up causing upheaval for the allegedly bigoted wording chosen.

 Turkish Prime Minister Tayyip Erdogan's daughter Esra smiles before her wedding in Lutfi Kirdar congress hall in Istanbul

Turkey finds no financial abuse by firm US targeted over Hamas ties

Turkey's Treasury said in a statement late on Monday that the Turkish financial system operated in full compliance with national laws and international obligations, monitored by several authorities.

 Turkish Treasury and Finance Minister Berat Albayrak attends a news conference in Istanbul, Turkey, April 10, 2019.

Erdogan: Israel's Netanyahu will be tried as a war criminal

"Israel is not only a murderer but also a thief," Erdogan said, according to Turkish state media, adding "We cannot let Israel occupy Gaza once again."

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu