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When History Goes Quiet
President Erdoğan received the Hüseyin bin Ali Order from Jordan’s King Abdullah II during talks in Istanbul
Iran Between the Baton and the Bomb: A Choice Imposed on the People
Exclusive commentary by Reza Talebi
Türkiye Signals Mediation Role as Iran Nuclear Tensions Rise
Ankara positions itself as a de-escalation channel in rising nuclear tensions
Israel Moves to Bar Bilal Erdoğan and Dozens of Turkish Figures from Entry
Israeli authorities say the measure is a recommendation under review, despite reports describing it as final
Fidan Warns Israel Is Seeking an Opportunity to Strike Iran, Flags Risks to Regional and Alliance Stability
Speaking on regional crises, alliance politics, and global risks, Fidan sets out Türkiye’s approach to security and diplomacy
Israel offers to share F-35 experience with Greece
Operational lessons, not jets, deepen Israel–Greece defence ties as regional balances harden
When Language Hardens: Israel’s “Enemy State” Turn on Türkiye
Israel’s language on Türkiye is narrowing the space for diplomacy amid already strained ties
Three Capitals, One Message—and No Illusions on Disarmament
Regional sources say Cairo, Doha and Ankara urged Hezbollah to disarm, with limited expectations of change
Iran’s Missiles Are Not Aimed at Türkiye. They Still Matter
A regional capability that alters behavior more than battle plans
Türkiye’s Foreign Policy in 2025: Flexibility Without Doctrine
In 2025, flexibility shaped Türkiye’s diplomacy preserving access in some arenas, exposing limits in others
Jerusalem Post Exclusive: Claims of Turkish Radar Plans in Syria Draw Attention
The report highlights a new focal point in Syria’s security equation.
Greece and Egypt Reaffirm Strategic Partnership, Signal Trilateral Talks with Cyprus
Athens and Cairo underline regional coordination as trilateral diplomacy in the Eastern Mediterranean gathers pace.
Turkish Exports to Syria Surge Over 50% in 2025, Passing $3 Billion Milestone
Cross-border trade momentum gathers pace amid changing regional conditions.
“We Seek Peace, Not Conflict,” Erdoğan Says as Türkiye Reaffirms Resolve in the Eastern Mediterranean
The President stresses dialogue and stability while underlining Ankara’s determination to defend its maritime rights.
Netanyahu Signals Hard Line on Türkiye as Israel Deepens Axis with Greece and Cyprus
Israeli leadership casts Ankara as a strategic challenger while presenting trilateral alignment as a regional counterbalance.
Fidan, Güler and Kalın Meet Syrian President al-Sharaa in Damascus for Security Talks
The high-level meeting signals Ankara’s pragmatic push for regional stability and border security.
Middle East Flight Disruptions Hit Saudi Arabia, UAE, Türkiye and Egypt as Delays Surge Past 1,300
Delays and cancellations across major Middle Eastern hubs disrupted regional air travel and exposed operational strain.
Iran Summons Cyprus Ambassador Over Statements on Gulf Islands Dispute
Tehran reiterated its position on the islands while urging Cyprus to avoid intervention in regional matters.
Hakan Fidan Heads to Miami for Crucial Gaza Ceasefire Talks
FM Fidan represents Türkiye at high-stakes Gaza discussions today, pushing for ceasefire stability amid fragile truce.
Israel, Greece, Cyprus Move Toward Coordinated Defense
Israel explores joint military initiative with Greece and Cyprus.
Israel Emerges as Common Focus as Türkiye and Iran Adjust Regional Stance
Regional dynamics are pushing Ankara and Tehran closer, with Israel at the center.
Doha Gaza Talks Move Forward Without Israel and Türkiye
U.S.-coordinated Doha talks examined potential Gaza stabilization mechanisms, with Israel and Türkiye absent.
Secret Air Force Talks in Nicosia Raise Türkiye’s Strategic Alarm
Secret Nicosia talks highlight trilateral coordination in a region Türkiye has warned could threaten its strategic position.
Greece, Israel and Cyprus Set for Trilateral Talks as Mitsotakis Heads to Jerusalem
As Greece, Israel and Cyprus advance closer coordination, the evolving alignment is being closely watched by Türkiye.