Turkey
Between the straits: The world cannot afford to yield to Iran - opinion
The US and its allies have no alternative but to prove to Iran-backed terror groups that closing straits to influence the global economy and political and operational decisions will not succeed.
Trump envoy kept financial ties to firm behind $15 billion Hormuz-bypass oil pipeline plan
Houthis ramp up missile attacks on Riyadh as Saudi-backed war in Yemen widens
Turkey expects no change in Israel's foreign policy after elections, FM Hakan Fidan says
Saudi Arabia, Turkey, Pakistan to hold first meeting under new defense pact in Istanbul
Senior officials from the three countries will discuss joint military cooperation, defense production, and coordination mechanisms in the first talks since the Mecca Agreement was signed.
Greece to sign $3.6b. Israeli air defense deal, creating 'Achilles Shield' against Turkey and Iran
The agreement, which has been under discussion for three years, will provide Athens with a multilayered air defense system against potential threats from Turkey and Iran.
Turkish presence in Syria poses threat to Israel due to Ankara’s NATO combat doctrine, expert warns
"What we saw about a week ago... is essentially a red line, an Israeli declaration that Israel does not want to see any kind of Turkish presence in central Syria," said Dr. Eitan Hai Cohen.
What will happen if Iran, Egypt, Bangladesh join Mecca Joint Defense Agreement? - analysis
Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan’s new defense pact is already attracting interest from Bangladesh, Egypt, and Iran. But expansion could reshape regional security, alliances, and power balances.
SDF dissolution earns global praise, but questions remain over Syria's future - analysis
The deal to dissolve the SDF is expected to pave the way for several key decisions in the next phase, including political appointments and developments involving Turkey.
New Turkish law allows children to be sentenced to life in prison outrages human rights groups
The amendments to the Child Protection Law, which took effect on August 8, violate children’s rights by allowing those younger than 14 to be tried as adults, Human Rights Watch claimed.
Turkey probes Israeli pharmaceutical company Teva over claims it blocked rivals in drug market
The Turkish investigation was opened against Teva International, its subsidiary Teva Europe, and its subsidiary in Turkey to determine whether the law was violated.
Israeli arms, Iranian drones, Turkish oil: Azerbaijan’s high-stakes balancing act
Bordering Russia and Iran while cultivating Israel and Turkey, Baku seeks security through competing partnerships - and offers itself as a mediator when its allies collide.
Turkey may view Israel as its regional rival after strikes in Syria - analysis
This shift is not lost on Jerusalem. Increasingly voices in Israel and supporters abroad are depicting Turkey as an emerging threat, one similar to Iran.
Israel’s close ties with Trump cannot replace strategic independence - opinion
Trump’s support for Israel is an asset, but Washington’s shifting priorities show why Jerusalem cannot afford strategic dependence.
