Hamas would lay down arms if an independent Palestinian state is established, militant group says

Hamas is reportedly open to a five-year truce with Israel, willing to disarm and become a political party if a Palestinian state is formed along pre-1967 borders.

Protesters Shout 'Murderer', Carry Hitler Banners as German President Visits Turkey

Germany President Steinmeier confronted with protesters holding placards comparing him to Hitler while he visited NATO ally Turkey this week.

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EU unable to determine impact of refugee funds given to Turkey, auditors say

European Union auditors have said they are unable to determine the impact of the billions of euros the bloc gave to Turkey to help it cope with migrants crossing in from Syria.

Qatar Says It Will Host Hamas as Long as It Is 'Useful and Positive' to Do So

The Islamist government of Qatar confirmed on Tuesday that it is open to continuing to host the leadership of the jihadist terror organization Hamas as long as doing so is "useful and positive."

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Turkey's Erdogan Visits Iraq, Country He Regularly Bombs, Seeking Support for Hamas

Islamist Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan met with the senior leadership of Iraq in Baghdad on Monday seeking support against Israel's self-defense operations against Hamas and approval for his years-long bombing campaign against Kurdish groups in Iraq.

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Turkish President makes first official visit to Iraq in over a decade

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has arrived in Iraq for his first official visit since 2011; Ankara seeks cooperation in its fight against a Kurdish militant group.

Turkish President Backs Hamas, Urges Palestinian Unity Against Israel

An earthquake measuring 5.6 hits central Turkey. No immediate reports of casualties or damage

A 5.6 magnitude earthquake has struck central Turkey in the town of Sulusaray, damaging some buildings; there were no immediate reports of serious injuries or deaths.

Turkey's Erdogan Calls to 'Immediately Restrain Israel' After Iran Assault

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan told Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani on Monday that it was "vital" to "immediately restrain Israel" in response to Iran's unprecedented missile assault on the Israeli homeland on April 13.

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Turkey's Erdogan faces uncertain future after shock election losses expert says

Turkey has suffered significant economic woes throughout the coronavirus pandemic, leading a tight general election last year that Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan barely managed to survive.

Greece proposes 2 marine parks as part of $830M environmental protection program

Greece has proposed a plan to create two large marine parks as part of an $830 million program to protect marine ecosystems, drawing criticism from Turkey.

Shock: Iran Notified Turkey in Advance of Attack on Israel

Over 40 Left Stranded in Deadly Cable Car Accident in Turkey

Over 40 people remained stranded in cable cars in Turkey on Saturday, 19 hours after a pod hit a pole, killing one person and injuring seven.

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Cable car accident in Turkey sends 1 passenger to his death and injures 7, with scores stranded

A cable car pod in Turkey hit a pole and burst open on Friday, leaving one person dead and seven injured; others were left stranded as the entire cable car system came to a halt.

Turkey and Israel announce trade barriers on each other as relations deteriorate over Gaza

As relations between Turkey and Israel have further deteriorated amid the war in Gaza, the two countries on Tuesday announced trade barriers on each other.

Turkish authorities arrest 2 suspected of spying for Israel

Turkish authorities have arrested two people suspected of providing information to the Israeli intelligence agency. The suspects allegedly gathered data from companies.

Turkey denies pro-Kurdish mayor-elect the right to assume office

Turkish authorities on Tuesday denied pro-Kurdish Mayor-elect Abdullah Zeydan of Van the right to assume office, replacing him with the pro-Erdoğan runner-up from his election.

Fire at Istanbul Nightclub During Renovations Kills at Least 29 People

A fire at an Istanbul nightclub during renovations on Tuesday killed at least 29 people, officials and reports said.

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27 dead after fire breaks out at Istanbul nightclub during renovations

At least 27 people have been confirmed dead after a fire broke out on Tuesday at an Istanbul nightclub during renovations, officials and reports confirmed.

Recep Tayyip Erdogan Suffers Worst Defeat in Two Decades in Turkey’s Local Elections

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and his AKP suffered their worst defeat in more than twenty years in local elections.

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Turkey’s Erdogan suffers setback after opposition sees massive gains in urban areas

Turkey’s main opposition party made huge gains in the country’s urban areas in local elections Sunday, dealing a blow to longtime President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

Watch: Riot Breaks Out in Paris Airport over Deportation of Kurdish Activist

Dozens of men clashed as a riot broke out at a Paris airport amid efforts to deport a Kurdish activist from the country.

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Things to know about the Turkish local elections that will gauge Erdogan’s popularity

Turkish citizens will soon vote in local elections; a victory for President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's ruling party could motivate him to seek constitutional changes that allow him to serve a longer term.

Turks Recoil At Their Very Own ‘Little Aisha’

At the age of six, a Turkish girl — identified only by her initials HKG — was married off to 29-year-old Kadir Istekli, a friend of her family, by her father. Why at the age of six? That was the age at which little Aisha was called in from playing on her swing to be […]

Erdogan to Raisi: ‘Islamic world should be united against Israel’s attacks in Palestine’

One would think that in light of the constant Islamic rhetoric relating to the Israeli/Palestinian conflict, that there would be an office in the State Department dedicated to understanding Islam and how Islamic teaching relates to the Muslim animus against Israel. One would think wrong. There isn’t even one person in the State Department who […]

Greece signs contract to extend border fence with Turkey to keep out migrants

Any reliable leader knows that responsible immigration policies are imperative for national security. An open border amounts to an invitation to all manner of criminal and terrorist. Leaders who have implemented such policies have round-the-clock security, paid for by taxpayers. The economic future of these irresponsible “public servants” is also guaranteed, courtesy of taxpayers. Greek […]

Bashar al-Assad requests more Russian bases and troops in Syria 

Syrian President Bashar al-Assad has requested a greater Russian presence in Syria as he tries to adjust (like every leader and jihad group in the Middle East) to a new balance of power as America declines under Biden. Turkey has been heavily present in Syria, and ties between Assad and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan […]