Recep Tayyip Erdogan
Israeli-media coverage mentioning Recep Tayyip Erdogan, translated into English and compared across sources. 48 recent stories.
Winter Party Enters Knesset as Smotrich Falls Out Amid Major News Developments
The Winter Party is projected to enter the Knesset while Bezalel Smotrich is set to lose his seat, amid major political and security developments in Israel and abroad. Supreme Cou…
Syrian Kurds Join Assad's Army Amid Regional Pressures and Implications for Israel
Syrian Kurdish forces have dissolved and joined President Ahmad al-Sharaa's army following pressure from Iraqi Kurdish leaders and geopolitical shifts. This move leaves Syrian Kur…
Israel Says Turkey's Attempt to Establish Presence at Syrian Airport Is Thwarted
Israel reports that Turkey's attempt to establish a presence at Idlib airport in Syria has been halted following an Israeli strike and diplomatic talks. Defense Minister Israel Ka…
Erdogan Warns Against Provocations as Turkey Expands Influence in Syria Amid Israeli Tensions
Turkish President Erdogan warned that provocations will not stop Turkey's regional ambitions following its military moves in Syria's Idlib. Israel expressed serious concerns over…
Turkey Accelerates Naval Expansion Under Erdogan's 'Blue Homeland' Doctrine
Turkey is rapidly expanding its navy with 47 warships under construction as part of Erdogan's 'Blue Homeland' doctrine, asserting broad maritime claims. This buildup increases ten…
Turkey's Attempts to Establish Presence Near Syrian Airport Thwarted, Israel Warns Against Future Moves
Turkey's attempts to establish a presence near the Idlib airport in Syria were stopped after an Israeli strike, with Syria understanding the message. Israeli Defense Minister Yoav…
Netanyahu Links Turkey Tensions to Upcoming Israeli Elections Amid Regional Military Moves
Prime Minister Netanyahu centers his election campaign on Turkey, linking it to regional security threats. Israel struck a Syrian airbase to block Turkish military expansion, warn…
Turkey Expands Influence in Syria Amid Israeli Concerns Over Strategic Weapons
Turkey has solidified its military and political influence in northern Syria since 2017, supporting rebel groups and aiding Assad's army reconstruction. Israel's recent airstrike…
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…
Expert Warns of Rising Israel-Turkey Tensions Amid Regional Power Struggle
Dr. Eddy Cohen warns that Israel-Turkey relations are deteriorating due to competing regional ambitions and Turkey's growing influence in Syria, backed by U.S. support. Israel fac…
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…
Israeli Mossad Chief Meets Syrian Foreign Minister Amid Rising Turkish Threats in Syria
Mossad chief Roman Gofman met with Syrian Foreign Minister Faisal al-Miqdad to discuss rising Turkish military activity in Syria, with Israel warning it will act to prevent Turkis…
Iran Invited to Join New Sunni Defense Pact Despite Past Conflicts
Iran has been invited to join the Mecca Agreement, a new Sunni-led mutual defense pact including Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Pakistan, despite past hostilities. The invitation signa…
Israeli Politics Heat Up as Ofer Winter Launches New Party Amid Regional Tensions and Cultural Highlights
Ofer Winter launches a new political party in Israel amid ongoing regional security tensions involving Syria and Turkey. Cultural and sports events also mark the week, including O…
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…
Retired Brigadier General Urges Israel to Directly Strike Turkish Forces in Syria
Retired Brigadier General Oren Solomon urged Israel to directly attack Turkish forces if they continue to entrench in Syria, calling on Prime Minister Netanyahu to set clear bound…
Israeli Analyst Warns of Rising Turkish Influence and Anti-Jewish Hostility in Syria
Israeli Defense Minister Katz Dismisses Critics of Syria Strike as Ineffective
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz dismissed opposition and media criticism of last week's airstrike on a Syrian base targeting Turkish military buildup, calling critics ineffec…
US Envoy Tom Barrack Sparks Controversy with Repeated Anti-Israel Remarks
US Ambassador Tom Barrack to Turkey has repeatedly made controversial anti-Israel statements, questioning Israel's democracy and intelligence, while supporting Turkey and Syria. H…
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…
Israeli Security Officials Warn of Escalation Risks in Turkey-Syria Conflict
Israeli security officials warn of escalating tensions with Turkey over military deployments in Syria following an Israeli airstrike, raising concerns about operational freedom fo…
Trump Envoy to Turkey Faces Backlash Over Syria Stance and Golan Comments
Tom Barrack, Trump's envoy to Syria and ambassador to Turkey, faces calls for resignation from Trump's allies over his support for Turkey and controversial comments on the Golan H…
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…
Pinnhas Idan's Union Tactics Spark Ben Gurion Strike Amid Rising Israel-Turkey Tensions
Pinnhas Idan's union tactics triggered a major strike at Ben Gurion Airport, while Israeli officials warn of rising tensions with Turkey after critical statements by Netanyahu and…
Ahmad al-Sharaa Emerges as New Northern Threat to Israel Amid Syrian Turmoil
Ahmad al-Sharaa, backed by Turkey and Iran, is now a recognized threat to Israel from northern Syria. Israel's recent airstrike near Idlib aimed to deter Turkish-backed forces fro…
Sheikha Moza Shapes Qatar’s Global Influence Through Education, Investments, and Strategic Alliances
Sheikha Moza, mother of Qatar’s former Emir, has played a central role in expanding Qatar’s global influence through education, philanthropy, and strategic investments, while faci…
IDF Leadership Warns Netanyahu Against Using Conflict to Postpone Elections Amid Security Strains
The IDF faces severe strain after three years of conflict, with leadership warning Netanyahu against provoking new war to delay elections. Israel maintains heavy deployments in Ga…
IDF Warns Turkey Is Becoming a Hostile Power Amid Rising Tensions Over Syrian Presence
Israeli officials warn that Turkey is evolving from a rival into a hostile state due to its military buildup in Syria and regional ambitions. Following Israeli strikes on Turkish…
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 Erdogan risk escalating tensions with Turkey amid ongoing Israeli efforts to counter Turkish influence…
Turkey Seeks International Arrest Warrant for Netanyahu Amid Rising Tensions
Turkey has requested Interpol to issue international arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and others, citing Israel's interception of a Turkish flotilla t…
Israeli Prime Minister's Office Condemns Erdogan as Anti-Semitic Dictator Supporting Hamas
Israel's Prime Minister's Office denounced Turkish President Erdogan as an anti-Semitic dictator supporting Hamas and pledged to counter Turkey's regional destabilization efforts.
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…
Former Mossad Official Warns Erdogan's Growing Threat to Israel and Europe
Former Mossad official Oded Eilam warns that Turkish President Erdogan's strategic moves threaten Israel and Europe, including military provocations and control over refugee flows…
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…
Netanyahu Wins Likud Primaries but Faces Challenges from Trump’s Middle East Moves
Benjamin Netanyahu won the Likud primaries but faces diplomatic isolation as Donald Trump engages openly with Hamas, Hezbollah, and regional adversaries, sidelining Israel. Netany…
Netanyahu’s Strategy Risks Perpetuating Regional Conflicts Until Israeli Elections
Prime Minister Netanyahu intends to prolong conflicts in Lebanon, Syria, Gaza, and the West Bank until Israel’s elections, maintaining security tensions to influence voters. This…
Turkey Expands Influence in Mediterranean Amid Rising Tensions with Israel
Turkey is expanding its influence in the Mediterranean, challenging Israel and regional neighbors by seeking control over maritime zones and gas routes. Israel is building allianc…
US Plans to Block Palestinian Authority President Abbas from UN General Assembly Speech in New York
The Trump administration will again block Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas from entering the US to speak at the UN General Assembly in New York, despite efforts by Tu…
Israel Warns Syria Against Turkish Military Expansion Amid Rising Regional Tensions
Israel warned Syria against allowing Turkish military expansion after an Israeli strike in northern Syria, stressing no escalation but opposing Turkish entrenchment. Turkey condem…
US Ambassador Acknowledges Israeli Strike in Syria Amid Turkish Military Moves
US Ambassador to Israel Mike Herzog refrained from officially endorsing Israel's recent strike in Syria but acknowledged Israel's security concerns over Turkish military advances…
Israeli Airstrike in Syria Escalates Military Tensions with Turkey
An Israeli airstrike on a Syrian airbase without prior coordination has heightened military tensions with Turkey, which views the attack as a challenge to its influence in Syria a…
Turkey Rejects Netanyahu's Claims, Accuses Israeli PM of International Isolation
Turkey rejects Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu's claims after an Israeli airstrike in Syria, accusing him of lies and international isolation. Ankara vows to support peace effort…
Golan Criticizes Israeli Airstrikes in Syria, Highlighting Risks of Left-Wing Government
Yair Golan condemned Israel's recent airstrike in Syria as reckless and politically motivated, warning it endangers relations with Turkey and allies. Defense Minister Israel Katz…
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 Minister Warns Erdogan Against Testing Israel’s Resolve Over Syria
Israeli Defense Minister Israel Katz warned Turkish President Erdogan against testing Israel’s resolve after an Israeli strike targeted Turkish forces in Syria. The strike aimed t…
Syrian Foreign Minister Denounces Israeli Airstrike on Abu al-Duhur Airbase as Unjustified
Syrian Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shibani condemned Israel's August 2026 airstrike on the Abu al-Duhur airbase as unjustified, denying any permanent Turkish military presence there…
Turkey's Consulate Conducts Illegal Construction in Jerusalem Amid Israeli Inaction
The Turkish consulate in Jerusalem is conducting illegal construction in cooperation with the Palestinian Authority, blocking Israeli inspectors and raising sovereignty concerns…
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…