May 03, 2022
Erdoğan congratulates Israel on Independence
The rare sentiments were expressed in a letter President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan sent to his Israeli counterpart Isaac Herzog. By Erin Viner “On the occasion of the National Day of…
Apr 21, 2022
The Implications of the Ukraine War for Israel
For Israel, this is evidence that its self-reliance doctrine must be nourished with no illusions about foreign support in times of crisis. Moreover, Turkey probably sees NATO more positively since…
Apr 06, 2022
Israeli, Greek & Cypriot FMs hold tripartite talks
There is renewed focus on cooperation by the three countries on natural gas pipeline projects to relieve European energy dependency on Russia in the wake of the war in Ukraine.…
Apr 01, 2022
Turkey “very hopeful” for energy deal with Israel
Jerusalem and Ankara have in recent weeks been working to mend their long-strained ties, and energy has emerged as a potential area of cooperation. By Erin Viner Turkish President Recep…
Apr 01, 2022
ISIS Trial Opens in US
The prosecution of former British national El Shafee Elsheikh, an alleged member of an Islamic State cell nicknamed "the Beatles," is expected to last three or four weeks. By Erin…
Mar 10, 2022
Herzog, Erdoğan work to repair Israeli-Turkish ties
The state visit by Israeli President Isaac Herzog to Turkey marks the first such trip by an Israeli leader since 2008 as the regional rivals seek to overcome years of…
Mar 03, 2022
Turkey calls for Russia-Ukraine ceasefire
NATO member Turkey shares a maritime border with Ukraine and Russia in the Black Sea. Though careful to maintains good ties with both nations, Turkey has branded Russia’s 24 February…
Feb 25, 2022
Herzog makes state visit to Greece
Israeli President Isaac Herzog was personally welcomed by President Katerina Sakellaropoulou of the Hellenic Republic. By Erin Viner Immediately after landing in Athens on his first visit as Israeli President,…
Feb 18, 2022
Turks in Israel ahead of Herzog visit
A team of senior officials from Ankara have traveled to the region ahead of the slated visit by Israeli President Isaac Herzog to Turkey. By Erin Viner The Turkish delegation…
Feb 10, 2022
Turkey: won’t prioritize Israel over Palestinians
Despite recent overtures toward repairing ties with Jerusalem, Ankara announced that it will not turn its back on its commitment to the establishment of a future Palestinian state. By Erin…