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Could a war of words between Turkey and Israel escalate toward a new crisis? - analysis

Turkey and Israel are trading heated rhetoric over Jerusalem and regional influence, raising concerns that verbal clashes could escalate into broader tensions in Syria and the Eastern Mediterranean.

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan delivers a speech during the opening ceremony of male and female dormitories at Bogazici University, in Istanbul, Turkey, February 13, 2026.
Supporters of ousted Republican People’s Party (CHP) leader Ozgur Ozel react as riot police enter the party’s headquarters to evict its leadership after authorities ordered enforcement of a court ruling removing them from the building, in Ankara, Turkey, May 24, 2026.

Turkey lurches into political crisis with crackdown on opposition - analysis

US envoy Tom Barrack

Will Trump envoy Tom Barrack defend Turkey’s policies toward Israel?

Turkey's President Tayyip Erdogan meets with Syria's President Ahmed al-Sharaa on the sidelines of Antalya Diplomacy Forum in Antalya, Turkey, April 17, 2026.

Turkey’s changing regional policy is a sign of stability, but Israel is wary - analysis


Israeli, Turkish foreign ministers talk for first time in 13 years

The call comes days after Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan continued in his friendlier messages towards Israel.

 Israeli prime minister Naftali Bennett, Minister of Foreign Affairs Yair Lapid and Minister of Defense Benny Gantz seen during a discussion on the Electricity Law connecting to Arab and Bedouin towns, during a plenum session in the assembly hall of the Israeli parliament in Jerusalem, January 5, 20

Erdogan planning steps to improve relations with Israel

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan made the remarks after meeting with the UAE's leader, which was followed by a $10 million investment plan.

 Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan speaks during a news conference in Istanbul, Turkey October 16, 2021

Hostage diplomacy: How Israel became Turkey's victim

DIPLOMATIC AFFAIRS: What happened to the Oaknins raises enormously troubling questions about Turkey, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s use of “hostage diplomacy,” and the safety of Israelis.

 MORDI AND NATALI Oaknin stand outside their home in Modi’in yesterday following their release from a Turkish jail.

Singer who performed at anti-Zionist event wants to represent Israel for Eurovision

Linet received harsh criticism from Israeli audiences as a result of this information.

A PROJECTION of the Eurovision stage that is currently under construction

Israel-Turkey relations: Time for change gov't to fix ties - opinion

Improved ties with Turkey would expand Israel’s options in the Mediterranean – from Turkey to Morocco – and its ability to play a key role in the region.

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

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.

Turkey's Sinem Tezyapar deserves Israel’s support - opinion

Tezyapar’s views definitely have little in common with the Muslim Brotherhood’s antisemitic animus that informs Hamas, Erdogan and the Qataris.

Sinem Tezyapar, the peace activist jailed in Istanbul.

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

Israel should stay wary of Turkey's gifts

BEHIND THE LINES: Only the very optimistic could believe in real strategic cooperation between Erdogan’s regime and Jerusalem

A SUPPORTER of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan holds his picture in front of Turkey’s flag at the ruling AK Party headquarters in Istanbul.

Israel-Turkey relations are not only about Erdogan and Bibi

There are six channels in which civil society cooperation between Israel and Turkey can be intensified.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu