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Erdogan’s Gaza dream, Israel’s nightmare: Turkey’s growing role in the postwar Middle East

After nearly two years of Israeli resistance, Turkey has become a key player in Gaza talks; With Trump’s backing, Ankara now holds a central role in the ceasefire deal — but experts warn Erdogan’s ambitions could backfire

Lior Ben Ari | 10.18.25

Israel Medical Association blocks bid to expel it from world medical body over Gaza

IMA successfully thwarted a move led by Turkey, Britain and others at the World Medical Association conference that sought to expel Israel over the Gaza war, despite ceasefire signed before start of conference

Or Hadar | 10.16.25

Turkish spy chief who pressed Hamas: empathetic to hostages, seeks renewed ties with Israel

Ibrahim Kalin, Turkey’s intelligence chief and President Erdoğan’s chosen successor, played a key role in the Gaza talks; known for his ties with Israeli officials, he aims to rebuild relations and even bring Israeli tourists back to Turkey

Smadar Perry | 10.13.25

בנימין נתניהו, חליל אל חיה, סטיב וויטקוף, שארם א שייח מצרים

Ceasefire deal ‘closer than ever’ as Egypt talks gain momentum; Turkey, US step up pressure on Hamas

Senior Israeli official sees growing optimism for breakthrough in Sharm talks to end Gaza war, free 48 hostages; Turkey joins push as US backs Trump plan; gaps remain over IDF withdrawal and prisoner releases

Itamar Eichner, Lior Ben Ari | 10.08.25

Israel sees growing pressure on Hamas as Turkish spy chief enters talks

MIT director to meet Israeli, US officials in Sharm el-Sheikh amid cautious optimism over potential deal; Netanyahu marks Oct. 7 anniversary with vow to dismantle Hamas, as Trump pushes for breakthrough and Hamas demands full Israeli withdrawal before hostage release

Itamar Eichner, Lior Ben Ari, Einav Halabi | 10.07.25

Israel calls Gaza flotilla ‘a Hamas provocation’ as 137 activists deported to Turkey

Israel’s Foreign Ministry accused flotilla activists of rejecting peaceful aid routes and staging a 'publicity stunt' to support Hamas; some claim harsh treatment while awaiting deportation

Itamar Eichner | 10.04.25

The last time Netanyahu apologized to a world leader: Erdogan, at Obama’s request

PM’s last apology to a head of state came in 2013 following pressure from US president following deadly Gaza flotilla raid; more recently, he apologized under Trump’s urging

Ynet Global | 09.30.25

נשיא ארה"ב דונלד טראמפ עם נשיא טורקיה רג'פ טאיפ ארדואן

Erdogan says reached understanding with Trump on ceasefire, peace in Gaza

Turkish leader says he and Trump agreed on path to ceasefire and lasting peace in Gaza, citing two-state solution as key; calls Syrian leader al-Sharaa’s UN address crucial for new government’s legitimacy

Reuters | 09.26.25

Turkey warns of 'regional disaster' over Israeli threats to target Hamas figures on its soil

Following Israel’s strike in Doha, Turkish officials warn of regional escalation; Israeli ministers signal Hamas leaders in Turkey are not immune, as relations between Jerusalem and Ankara hit historic lows

Associated Press, Alexandra Lukash | 09.14.25

Netanyahu blames Hamas leaders in Qatar for blocking hostage deal and Gaza ceasefire

Prime minister says removing exiled Hamas chiefs key to ending war; Energy Minister Eli Cohen warns Hamas officials unsafe anywhere, including Istanbul

Lior Ben Ari, Itamar Eichner | 09.13.25

'Hitler was right': Turkish hackers threaten ministers after phone numbers leaked online

Transport Minister Regev’s phone among 11 ministers’ numbers leaked by Turkish hackers, receiving death threats and abuse; 'I will send you to hell,' one threatens

Itamar Eichner | 09.13.25

Turkish hackers call Defense Minister Katz on video, he answers — and they publish his photo

Alongside the call, which the hackers publicized with an image, Katz also received thousands of hostile messages, including curses — some automated — and threats such as 'We will kill you'

Itamar Eichner | 09.11.25

Turkey’s Togg launches first EVs with eyes set on Europe

Togg is being promoted as Turkey’s national car by President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, who frequently appears with the vehicles and actively promotes them online

Tomer Hadar | 09.11.25

חמאס חאלד משעל חמאס, בפגישה עם נשיא טורקיה, רג'פ טאיפ ארדואן

Hamas’ network in Turkey under spotlight following foiled Ben-Gvir plot

Israel’s recent arrest of a Hamas cell targeting Itamar Ben-Gvir has renewed attention on the group’s presence in Turkey, where senior figures operate under strict oversight, while country servers as hub for diplomacy, outreach and clandestine activity

Einav Halabi | 09.05.25

סוכלה חוליית חמאס שתכננה לבצע פיגוע התנקשות באמצעות רחפני נפץ נגד השר לביטחון לאומי איתמר בן גביר

During holiday prayer: How Hamas plotted to assassinate Ben-Gvir

According to investigators, suspects tracked minister’s movements, bought drones with Hamas funds from Turkey and tested explosives for a planned strike at Hebron’s Cave of the Patriarchs during the holidays

Elisha Ben Kimon | 09.04.25

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