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Turkey signals Hamas could hand over power in Gaza, as Turks seek influence in Strip - report

Emirati newspaper Al-Ain pointed out that recent actions taken by the Turkish government might indicate point to Hamas adharence to the ceasefire, while the Turks seek to gain influence in the Strip.

A Hamas terrorist stands guard as workers search for hostage remains.
 Turkish Airlines Boeing 737-800 plane TC-JVV taxies to take-off in Riga International Airport

Despite tensions, Turkish Airlines holds onto Tel Aviv flight slots

 Jerusalem’s Herzog Medical and Turkey's Üsküdar University collaborate on advanced psychiatric research.

Psychiatrists in Jerusalem and Istanbul collaborate on research

 Supporters of Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan carry a banner with his image on the day of the second round of the presidential election in Istanbul, Turkey May 28, 2023.

Israel should respect and suspect Erdogan - editorial


Turkish ambassador to present credentials to Rivlin Monday

Usually, the only times when there is major media interest in the presentation of credentials is when the ambassador in question is from the United States, Egypt or Jordan.

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New Israel envoy to Turkey presents credentials to Erdogan

The newly appointed Turkish Ambassador to Israel, Kemal Okem, is expected to take up his duties in Tel Aviv next week.

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'I don't agree with what Hitler did and I don't agree with what Israel did in Gaza'

In full interview with Israel's Channel 2, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan speaks of Israel and Turkey's reconciliation, the 2010 Mavi Marmara crisis and his relations with Hamas.

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan addresses during an attempted coup in Istanbul, Turkey July 16, 2016.

Jerusalem to name envoy to Turkey in coming days

The announcement of Turkey’s new ambassador to Israel is expected at around the same time. The two nations have not had ambassadors in each other’s countries since 2010.

Turkey's Prime Minister Binali Yildirim addresses the media in Ankara, Turkey, June 27, 2016

Jerusalem to name new envoy to Turkey in coming days

The agreement, which was already approved in Israel by the security cabinet, now must come for approval before the entire cabinet, something expected to be only a formality.

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan makes a speech during an iftar event in Ankara, Turkey, June 27, 2016

Turkish parliament approves deal ending rift with Israel

Women wave flags outside the AK Party headquarters in Ankara, Turkey

Turkish FM says parliament to approve deal with Israel next week

“Israel has met our terms, paving the way to normalize ties,” he said. “Therefore, we must do this as soon as possible.”

A soldier stands guard at Anitkabir, the mausoleum of modern Turkey's founder Mustafa Kemal Ataturk, in Ankara, Turkey, August 5, 2016.

Aftershocks from attempted Turkey coup delaying Israel reconciliation

Israel won’t name ambassador until accord ratified by Turkish parliament.

Turkish military stand guard near the the Taksim Square as people wave with Turkish flags in Istanbul, Turkey, July 16, 2016

Turkey deal was struck five years ago, security chief reveals

The NSC interim head said the ministers receive daily intelligence reports, and that the Turkey deal is an example of orderly work with advance preparation.

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Turkey and Israel

Turkey’s turning away from the West – including the deterioration of relations with the US and its move away from joining the European Union – would have been reversed.

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