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Netanyahu Criticizes Trump’s Ties with Erdogan During CNN Interview
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First reported by Kikar HaShabbat · Jul 6, 2026
What happened
Prime Minister Netanyahu criticized Turkish President Erdogan as not being a U.S. ally during a CNN interview coinciding with President Trump's visit to Ankara.
- 01Netanyahu gave a CNN interview during Trump's visit to Ankara.
- 02He acknowledged the strong friendship between Trump and Erdogan.
- 03Netanyahu stated Erdogan is not a friend of the United States.
- 04The comments came as Trump met with Erdogan in Turkey.
- 05Netanyahu's remarks were unusual public criticism of Trump's relationship with Erdogan.
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Kikar HaShabbatRight · HebrewJul 7, 2026
Netanyahu Criticizes Trump’s Ties with Erdogan During CNN Interview
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