Ankara
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Ankara, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Turkey Views Israeli Strike in Northern Syria as Warning Against Its Military Presence
Turkey views Israel's recent strike on a Syrian base near its border as a warning against expanding Turkish military presence in Syria, signaling broader regional tensions. Ankara…
Former Defense Minister Yoav Galant Criticizes Netanyahu’s Leadership and Warns Against Turkish Influence in Syria
Former Defense Minister Yoav Galant criticized Prime Minister Netanyahu’s leadership and Likud’s direction, defended military officials, warned against Turkish expansion in Syria…
Greek Foreign Minister Warns Turkey: Passive Days Are Over Amid Rising Tensions
Greek Foreign Minister Giorgos Gerapetritis warned Turkey that Greece is prepared to defend its sovereignty amid rising tensions over maritime disputes. He stressed Greece's strat…
Turkey Challenges Israel Amid Rising Regional Tensions and New Security Alliances
Turkey has intensified its challenge to Israel following Israeli strikes in Syria and the October 7 Hamas attack, deepening its military and political involvement in the region. A…
Senior Israeli Intelligence Official Warns of Turkish Military Buildup Near Israel
A senior Israeli intelligence official warned that Turkey's expanding military presence in Syria could lead to Turkish tanks in the Golan and naval forces near Israel. Turkey's gr…
US Ambassador to Turkey Faces Criticism for Echoing Ankara's Narrative on Israel-Syria Strikes
Tom Barrack, US Ambassador to Turkey and Special Envoy for Syria, has drawn criticism for echoing Turkish narratives that question Israeli military actions in Syria. His silence o…
Syrian Foreign Minister Says Talks with Israel Halted After Airport Attack
Syria’s Foreign Minister announced that talks with Israel stopped after an attack on a Syrian military airport, though hopes for renewed negotiations remain. Meanwhile, tensions b…
Germany Plans Massive Long-Range Military Buildup Including Israeli Cruise Missiles Against Russia
Germany is launching a nearly 12 billion euro military program to acquire long-range weapons, including Israeli cruise missiles, US Tomahawks, and advanced systems with the UK, to…
Turkey Intensifies Criticism of Netanyahu Amid Regional Tensions
A Turkish pro-Erdogan media outlet sharply criticizes Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu, accusing him of insecurity and reckless military actions near the Turkish border. The artic…
Israel Warns of Military Escalation Amid Rising Tensions with Turkey Over Syria
Israel has conducted a targeted strike on a Syrian airbase near the Turkish border to prevent Turkey from deploying advanced military systems, escalating tensions between Jerusale…
Israeli Defense Minister Confirms Strike on Syrian Airbase, Accuses Erdogan of Military Provocation
Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant confirmed Israel's airstrike on a Syrian military base near the Turkish border, accusing Turkey of attempting to deploy forces there. The str…
Israel Warns Turkey Over Military Build-Up in Syria Amid Rising Tensions
Israel and Turkey are embroiled in heightened tensions over Turkey's military presence in Syria, with Israel conducting strikes against Turkish forces and warning against further…
IDF Strikes in Syria Amid Rising Tensions with Turkey Over Ben Gurion Airport Dispute
The IDF struck a terrorist in Syria amid escalating tensions with Turkey, fueled by political disputes and public statements from Israeli leaders. U.S. officials linked the strike…
Retired US Colonel Reveals Advising Trump to Remove Nuclear Weapons from Turkey
Retired US Colonel Douglas MacGregor revealed he advised Trump to remove US nuclear weapons from Turkey due to risks of seizure. He highlighted Turkey's fragile NATO position and…
Israeli Security Officials Warn Public Attacks on Erdogan Could Escalate Tensions with Turkey
Israeli security officials warn that public attacks by Netanyahu and Katz on Turkish President Erdogan risk escalating tensions amid Israel's covert operations against Turkey's mi…
Israel Prepares for Turkish Threat Amid Political Tensions and Regional Instability
Israel is bracing for a growing threat from Turkey's military presence in Syria while facing internal political tensions and fears of provocations at the Temple Mount ahead of ele…
Israeli PM Office Labels Erdogan An Anti-Semitic Tyrant Amid Rising Tensions
Israel's Prime Minister's Office harshly criticized Turkish President Erdogan as an anti-Semitic tyrant amid growing Jerusalem-Ankara tensions, vowing to maintain a firm stance ag…
Turkey Requests Interpol Red Notice for Israeli PM Netanyahu Over Gaza Flotilla Incident
Turkey has formally asked Interpol to issue a red notice for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu's arrest over the 2023 Gaza flotilla incident, escalating legal tensions bet…
Israel Strikes Syrian Airbase to Block Turkish Military Build-Up, Warns US
Israel struck a Syrian airbase to prevent Turkish military deployment near its border, warning the US of Turkey's intentions. Despite tensions, Israel does not foresee a direct co…
Israel-Turkey Tensions Escalate After Israeli Strike on Syrian Airbase
Israel's airstrike on the Abu al-Duhur airbase in Syria signals a dangerous escalation in Israel-Turkey tensions, with Israel openly opposing Turkey's military buildup in northern…
Turkey Rejects Netanyahu’s Trap Claims After Israeli Strike in Syria
Turkey condemned Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu after an Israeli strike on a Syrian military airport, denying Turkish military presence and vowing to protect Syria's sovereignty…
Israel Monitors Egypt’s Growing Military Build-Up in Sinai Amid Cairo-Ankara Cooperation
Israel is closely watching Egypt’s extensive military build-up in the Sinai Peninsula, including underground bunkers and advanced air defenses, amid growing Cairo-Ankara military…
Turkey Denies Military Presence at Syrian Base After Israeli Airstrikes, Vows Continued Support
Turkey denies any military presence at the Syrian base targeted by recent Israeli airstrikes and pledges ongoing support to Syria's military development. Israel warns Turkey again…
Israeli Defense Officials Warn of Rising Turkish Naval Presence in Eastern Mediterranean
Israeli defense officials report increased Turkish naval activity in the eastern Mediterranean, with Turkish ships approaching Israeli vessels in international waters. The Turkish…
Israeli Defense Minister Criticizes Erdogan Over Risky Turkish Actions in Syria
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz condemned Turkish President Erdogan for risking Turkey's involvement in Syria, following an Israeli strike on a Syrian airbase near the Turkis…
Ehud Barak Criticizes Netanyahu Over Turkey Tensions, Accuses Him of Political Maneuvering
Former Prime Minister Ehud Barak sharply criticized Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for escalating tensions with Turkey, accusing him of political motives ahead of elections and…
US Envoy Tom Barrack Strains Israel-Turkey Ties Amid Syrian Conflict Concerns
Israeli officials express concern over US envoy Tom Barrack's pro-Turkish stance amid tensions following an Israeli strike in Syria. Barrack warns of escalation risks, while Israe…
Mossad Chief Holds First Call With Syrian Foreign Minister Amid Rising Regional Tensions
Mossad Chief Ronen Gofman spoke with Syrian Foreign Minister Faisal Mekdad on August 14 about Turkish military presence in Syria, amid rising tensions following an Israeli strike…
Syria Chooses Restraint After Israeli Strike on Abu al-Duhur Military Airport
After Israel struck the Abu al-Duhur military airport, Syria has opted not to respond militarily to avoid escalation and preserve its new government's stability, seeking diplomati…
Turkey Condemns Israeli Airstrike Near Its Border, Warns Against War
Turkey's media and officials strongly condemned Israel's airstrike on a Syrian base near the Turkish border, accusing Israel of provocation and warning against war. Israel admitte…
Israel’s Strike in Syria Sends Strategic Warning to Erdogan Over Turkish Expansion
Israel’s airstrike on a Syrian base aimed to block Turkish military expansion amid Syria’s weakened regime. The strike signals Israel’s intent to prevent Turkey from gaining a foo…
Israel Strikes Military Targets in Syria to Signal Turkey Amid Sensitive Negotiations
Israel struck a Syrian military airbase near the Turkish border on August 18 to deter Turkish military expansion amid sensitive negotiations with Syria. The U.S. condemned the str…
Syrian Military Airport Struck After Turkish Delegation Visit Amid Israeli Suspicions
A Syrian military airport was hit by an airstrike after a Turkish delegation's visit, with Syria and Turkey suspecting Israel's involvement. The attack damaged the Abu al-Duhur ai…
Kushner Meets Senior Hamas Leader Khalil al-Hayya, Sparking Outrage in Israel
Jared Kushner met with senior Hamas leader Khalil al-Hayya, sparking outrage in Israel as an insult to October 7 massacre victims. Al-Hayya, a hardliner close to Iran, survived Is…
Hamas Faces Survival Crisis, Must Surrender Weapons to Continue Politically, Former IDF General Says
A meeting between U.S. envoys and Hamas leaders reveals Hamas's recognition that survival depends on disarming, surrendering control, and complying with U.S. demands. Israel insis…
Iranian Official Threatens Trump Amid Rising Tensions Over Strait of Hormuz Control
Iranian official Ibrahim Azizi threatened U.S. President Donald Trump amid rising tensions over control of the Strait of Hormuz, following a secret operation to protect Trump from…
US Must Confront Turkey’s Role as Safe Haven for Hamas and Iranian Operatives
Turkey has become a safe haven for Hamas, Iranian, and Russian operatives, enabling a sophisticated assassination attempt on Donald Trump. This reflects years of Turkish tolerance…
Iran Blocks US-Backed Syrian Military Intervention in Lebanon
Iran prevented a US-backed Syrian military intervention in Lebanon by warning Damascus and regional capitals of severe retaliatory measures.
Turkey Cracks Down on $2.1 Billion Money Laundering Network Linked to Israeli Financial Channels
Turkish authorities raided 123 sites and arrested 30 suspects in a $2.1 billion money laundering case linked to Israeli financial networks, focusing on criminal economic activitie…
US Officials Say Israel Used Intelligence to Influence Trump Over Alleged Iranian Assassination Plot
US officials say Israel provided intelligence about an alleged Iranian assassination plot against Donald Trump, which the CIA deemed unreliable but still prompted heightened secur…
CIA Questions Israeli Intelligence on Iranian Threat to Trump, Secret Security Operation Ensues
In July, Israeli intelligence alerted the CIA to an alleged Iranian threat against President Trump, leading to a secretive security operation during his NATO summit departure in T…
Inside the Strict Lifestyle and Political Tensions in the Hasidic Community of Arad
A visit to Arad reveals strict Gur Hasidic community rules and lifestyle, sparking debate on religious obedience. Political rivalries in Likud and an Iranian assassination attempt…
Israeli Intelligence Thwarts Iranian Plot to Shoot Down Trump’s Plane at NATO Summit
Israeli intelligence warned the U.S. of an Iranian plan to shoot down President Trump's plane during the NATO summit in Ankara. Trump was secretly evacuated via a catering truck t…
Israeli PM Advisor Warns of Strategic Deception Against Israel Involving Arab States
Jonathan Orich, advisor to Israeli PM Netanyahu, warned that a reported peace agreement tactic against Israel involves a well-armed Arab state, not Egypt, raising fears of a strat…
Cyprus Seeks Israeli Merkava Tanks Amid Rising Tensions With Turkey
Cyprus wants to buy Israeli Merkava tanks to replace old Russian models amid rising tensions with Turkey, but Israel is hesitant due to its own military needs. Cyprus rejected Gre…
Former Israeli National Security Chief Warns of Rising Conflict Potential with Turkey
Meir Ben Shabbat, former Israeli National Security Council head, warns that Turkey's regional ambitions and Erdogan's hostility increase the risk of conflict with Israel, urging c…
Egypt Declines to Join New Defense Alliance Citing Sensitive Ties with Israel
Egypt declined to join a new defense alliance with Saudi Arabia and Pakistan due to its sensitive relations with Israel and existing ties with the UAE, according to Turkish source…
Radical Leftist Hasan Piker Gains Influence with Sharp Anti-Israel Rhetoric
Hasan Piker, a radical leftist commentator with millions of followers, faces UK visa revocation over his anti-Israel views and is under U.S. investigation for a Cuba trip. He rema…