Turkey
Trump's advisers optimistic of working with Netanyahu's rivals if he loses next election - report
Trump's endorsement of Benjamin Netanyahu came despite opposition from some of his closest advisers, who have grown frustrated with the Israeli prime minister.
Turkey opens trial of Netanyahu, 34 other Israelis over Gaza-bound Sumud flotilla interception
Turkey says renewed attack on Iran would expand conflict, diplomacy only way forward
Canada, Turkey sign 'strategic partnership' as part of Carney push to cut reliance on US
Peace in the Middle East? Kurdish PKK leader discusses regional ‘third world war’
Kamal Chomani, with The Amargi news outlet, spent ten days in caves waiting to interview the PKK chief in an exclusive interview about the region, Kurds, Turkey, and the world today.
Israel, Kurdistan, and the hopes for a strong political alliance - opinion
In a twisted way, the closer Kurds and Jews get, and the more visible that becomes, the more people start seeing Kurds as another kind of Jew: in how they frame the Kurdish political struggle.
Pakistan pledges full military backing to Saudi Arabia under Mecca pact after deadly Houthi strikes
“Pakistan will not tolerate any kind of aggression. Our agreements demand it, and so do our bonds of brotherhood.”
Saudi Arabia, Israel have shared interests at stake, Houthi escalation highlights - editorial
Saudi Arabia's defense pact with Turkey and Pakistan faces growing scrutiny as the Houthi conflict escalates, with questions remaining over military deployments and the allies' roles.
Could Egyptian military deployment in Somalia upset Horn of Africa balance of power? - analysis
This potentially important development comes as Pakistan and Turkey may also be deploying forces to Saudi Arabia to support the Kingdom’s defenses against the Houthis.
'Horrific terrorist attack': Netanyahu, world leaders condemn Houthi attack on Riyadh airport
"We may. We're going to look at it. We just found out about the recent attack, so we'll make a decision," US President Donald Trump said. "We move very quickly."
Israel’s security partnerships must be built on reciprocity, not convenience - opinion
Israel is not a mistress; these countries can hide while seeking to enjoy the benefits of its intelligence and other capabilities.
Visiting Abraham’s ‘birth chamber’ in southern Turkey
A trip to Urfa is a spiritual and religious experience, not merely a geographical one. It doesn’t offer the shallow excitement of a typical tourist site; it leaves an almost physical impact.
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
Barrack, US presidential special envoy to both Iraq and Syria as well as Ambassador to Turkey, has a longstanding business relationship with TI Capital and its founder Ziad Ghandour.
