Syria and Turkey

Netanyahu says Iran tried to kill his son, US launches new sanctions program against Islamic regime

Netanyahu discusses West Bank violence with security officials • Iran offers $10m. reward to kill Trump’s son • Israeli officials divided over claim that Iran smuggled weapons to Hezbollah

IDF soldiers operate in southern Lebanon, published July 15, 2026.
Palestinians live among buildings destroyed during the recent war in Khan Yunis, in the southern Gaza Strip, July 31, 2026.

Israel strikes in Gaza's Khan Yunis, IDF kills terrorist who attempted to steal weapon in West Bank

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

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

Diplomacy becomes essential national security tool to combat Turkey's growing strength- editorial


Syrian army starts training in Turkey, while Ankara gains influence over Damascus gov't - analysis

Forty-nine Syrians have begun training in Turkey, as part of a new program that will allow Syrian troops to use Turkish military barracks and academies.

Armored personnel carriers stand outside a compound of the Syrian army's new 80th Division in northwest Syria, June 3, 2025.

Turkish charity shop worker allegedly sexually abusing Syrian refugees - BBC

The charity shop owner claimed it was physically impossible that he had committed sexual assault, as he only had one testicle and only four women had accused him.

Shanty houses painted in primary colours are pictured crowding the deep gullies and steep cliffs in Altindag, a suburb on the slopes outside central Ankara.

Turkey to send Syria weapons in exchange for greater reach against Kurdish group - report

Syria has reportedly elected to only use the equipment on its northern border, to avoid further stoking the already tense relations with neighboring Israel.

The Bayraktar Akinci, a long-endurance unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UCAV) developed by Turkish drone manufacturer Baykar, is displayed at the 55th International Paris Airshow at Le Bourget Airport near Paris, France, June 16, 2025.

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.

Israel dismantles Turkish spying devices in Syria - report

An Israeli official confirmed that, during the recent operations in Syria, the military dismantled devices used by Turkey to spy on Israel.

AN IDF APC enters Syria at the ceasefire line (illustrative).

Turkish foreign minister in Damascus for talks with Syria's Sharaa, source says

NATO member Turkey has emerged as one of Syria's main foreign allies after the ousting of Bashar al-Assad last year.

 Syria’s interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa looks on as he attends the “Aleppo, Key to Victory” celebration marking Syria’s liberation, in Aleppo, Syria May 27, 2025.

Syria seeks Turkey's help to train armed forces amid rising tensions - analysis

Syrian defense ministry personnel and other officials frequently visit Turkey. Some of the members of Syria’s new security forces were previously commanders in Turkish-backed Syrian proxy groups.

Syria's newly appointed president for a transitional phase Ahmed al-Shaara meets with Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan at the Presidential Palace in Ankara, Turkey, February 4, 2025.

Turkey re-positions itself to influence the Middle East during Trump admin - analysis

Turkey is repositioning itself as a key regional and global power by mediating conflicts, strengthening ties across the Middle East, and aligning with the Trump administration's goals.

U.S. President Donald Trump meets with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Turkey during the U.N. General Assembly in New York, U.S.

Israeli, Turkish fighter jets avoid confrontation over Syria by radio contact - report

Turkish F-16s sent warning signals to the Israeli jets using their electronic warfare systems, and a brief radio contact was made between the aircraft.

 An Israeli F-16I fighter jet takes off from Ramon Airbase for the strikes on military targets in Yemen. January 10, 2024.

Turkey stresses opposition to decentralization in Syria

The source said Turkey had provided "the necessary space" for Damascus to address Turkey's concerns over Kurdish militants in Syria.

 The flags of Syria and Turkey.