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Turkey’s PKK amnesty could ease Kurdish tensions, expand regional reach, expert tells ‘Post’

Turkey’s proposed PKK amnesty could reduce security pressures, ease tensions with Iraq, and allow Ankara to redirect military, intelligence, and economic resources across the region.

Turkey’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan speaks to MPs at his party's group meeting in the Turkish parliament on January 21, 2026 in Ankara, Turkey.
Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan delivers a speech during the opening ceremony of male and female dormitories at Bogazici University, in Istanbul, Turkey, February 13, 2026.

Turkey accuses Netanyahu of undermining Gaza peace efforts

TURKISH PRESIDENT Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s efforts to purchase the world’s most advanced fighter jets should be resisted, not because of his Ottomanism, imperialism, or antisemitism, but because he is an engine of Islamist zeal, the writer argues. Here, Erdogan holds a joint press conference.

Middle Israel: No one needs a tyrannical Turkey with F-35 fighter jets - opinion

US President Donald Trump shakes hands with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan as he arrives at the Bestepe Presidential Palace during a formal welcome for the NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey, Tuesday, July 7, 2026.

How Turkey became NATO’s indispensable partner - and a major force on the global stage - opinion


Chikli calls to close Turkish consulate after report details alleged plan to 'conquer Jerusalem'

The report further alleges that Turkey seeks to strengthen Hamas's influence in Jerusalem and the West Bank through a network of local organizations and associations.

Diaspora Affairs Minister Amichai Chikli attends a conference against antisemitism in Jerusalem, January 26, 2026.

Turkey’s new role: How Erdogan is supporting Hamas, challenging Israel - opinion

The Turkey that once welcomed Israeli tourists with warmth has been fundamentally transformed. Under Erdogan, successive governments have strengthened the country’s Sunni Islamic identity...

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan hopes to revive the Ottoman Empire and his fundamental views are largely overlooked in the West. Here seen at a ceremony welcoming Pope Leo XIV to Ankara on November 27, 2025.

Turkey could work around US limits to F-35 if sale happens, Israeli defense officials stress

Though the UAE and Saudi Arabia dropped their interest in F-35s after US legislation imposed limits on the aircraft, Israeli defense officials worry that Turkey won't be affected the same way.

A US Air Force F-35 fighter jet flies overhead during the "Salute to America" Independence Day celebration on the National Mall in Washington, DC, on July 4, 2026.

Withdrawal cannot be a gesture of faith: US, Israel must align on Lebanon - editorial

“We did not ask anyone’s permission to enter Lebanon, and we do not need permission to stay in Lebanon,” Israel Katz said, adding that Israeli forces would remain until Hezbollah is disarmed.

US President Donald Trump gestures as he steps off Air Force One to board the new Qatari-gifted Boeing plane, enroute to the United States following his participation in the NATO Summit at Royal Air Force Mildenhall on July 08, 2026 in Mildenhall, England.

NATO 'came a long way today,' falling back into favor with Trump after the Ankara summit

Trump told reporters aboard Air Force One, "I did have issues, and I still do. But Spain, they came back all the way today. Spain was very generous today."

US President Donald Trump and Italy's Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni attend a NATO leaders' summit in Ankara, Turkey, July 8, 2026

Disputes between NATO members show 'democratic strength,' Secretary-General Rutte says

Rutte, who spoke with Reuters in an interview on the sidelines of the NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey, addressed the criticism he gets for how he deals with US President Trump.

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte looks on before meeting European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen and European Council President Antonio Costa on the sidelines of the NATO leaders' summit, in Ankara, Turkey, July 7, 2026.

Trump says he thinks Israel will withdraw troops from southern Lebanon

Trump said Israel wants to withdraw from southern Lebanon under a US mediated deal, despite Netanyahu saying troops will stay while Hezbollah remains a threat.

US President Donald Trump speaks during a bilateral meeting with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa alongside the NATO leaders summit at the Bestepe Presidential Compound in Ankara, Turkey, July 8, 2026.

Trump warns US will 'probably' strike Iran tonight after saying MoU is 'over'

"I'll give a little warning: We're going to hit them hard tonight," Trump told reporters at the NATO summit in Turkey before his meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.

US President Donald Trump holds a bilateral meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky (not pictured) alongside the NATO leaders summit at the Bestepe Presidential Compound, joined by Secretary of State Marco Rubio, in Ankara, Turkey, July 8, 2026.

Trump demands US halt trade with Spain, renews claim over Greenland, angering NATO allies

Trump called Madrid a "terrible partner" in NATO as he railed against allies for not supporting the war on Iran and ordered Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to halt all trade with Spain.

Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer speaks with U.S. President Donald Trump at a meeting of the North Atlantic Council (NAC) during the NATO leaders' summit in Ankara, Turkey, July 8, 2026.

‘Donald Trump is within our reach’: Iranian hardliners demand attack on president at NATO summit

Along with urging the assassination of President Donald Trump, Iranian lawmakers called for the death of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

US President Donald Trump walks with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan during a formal arrival at the Bestepe Presidential Compound at the NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey, Tuesday, July 7, 2026.