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A common future for Kurds and Jews: A shared history and moral duty - opinion

In an age when antisemitism and anti-Kurdish racism are used by states as political tools, solidarity and truth remain the final acts of resistance.

TURKISH PRESIDENT Recep Tayyip Erdogan addresses the UN General Assembly last month. In an age when antisemitism and anti-Kurdish racism are used by states as political tools, solidarity and truth remain the final acts of resistance, the writer argues.
Turkey's President Tayyip Erdogan speaks during the 80th United Nations General Assembly, in New York City, New York, U.S., September 23, 2025.

If Israel renews fighting in Gaza, 'there will be a heavy price,' Turkey's Erdogan threatens

Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan gestures outside the White House ahead of a meeting with US President Donald Trump, September 25, 2025.

Erdogan says Turkey pleased with Gaza ceasefire deal, will monitor implementation

 United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres exits the press room after speaking at the United Nations prior to a meeting about the ongoing conflict in Gaza, at the United Nations Headquarters in New York City, U.S., November 6, 2023

'Peace finally feels obtainable': World welcomes imminent release of hostages, Gaza deal signing


Turkey arrests suspected Mossad agent, opens probe against Israel after flotilla seizure

Istanbul’s chief prosecutor said a criminal probe had been opened against Israel, citing suspicions of kidnapping, vehicle theft, and property destruction.

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan addresses his supporters during a meeting in Istanbul, Turkey, September 13, 2025.

Turkey will not allow Syria's fragmentation, President Erdogan says

Erdogan's announcement comes amid a series of diplomatic-seeking initiatives from both countries.

The Kasab border crossing with Turkey resumed its work in allowing Syrians who voluntarily returned from Turkey since the first days of the fall of the Assad regime, where the number of Syrians who entered through it reached more than 2,000 Syrians in addition to some of their belongings and vehicle

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

Erdogan and Trump agree on a path to ceasefire and lasting peace in Gaza, with a two-state solution seen as key. Talks also focus on trade and defense cooperation between Turkey and the US.

US President Donald Trump welcomes Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan at the White House in Washington, US, September 25, 2025.

Trump, Erdogan discuss Gaza war, lifting US sanctions on Turkey

Trump also said he could lift sanctions against Turkey "very soon," and that "if we have a good meeting, almost immediately."

US President Donald Trump welcomes Turkey's President Recep Tayyip Erdogan at the White House in Washington, D.C., US, September 25, 2025.

Erdogan urges Palestinian recognition, UK says it won’t create Palestinian state overnight

Turkish President Erdogan says he will address Israel’s actions in Gaza at the UN General Assembly and push for broader recognition of Palestinian statehood.

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan attends a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in Tianjin, China, September 1, 2025.

Chikli at 'Post' Conference: New axis of evil is Turkey, Syria, Qatar

Israel's Amichai Chikli criticizes Erdogan’s neo-Ottoman ambitions and France's lack of support for Israel, calling for a rise in nationalism and patriotism in Europe.

Diaspora and Combating Antisemitism Minister Amichai Chikli said at The Jerusalem Post Diplomatic Conference at the Friends of Zion media center in Jerusalem, September 16, 2025.

Sharaa's strategic move at Doha summit reshapes Syria’s regional alliances - analysis

“Whenever a nation unites and stands together, its strength grows, but when it becomes divided, its power fades," Syria's President Ahmed al-Sharaa says at the Arab-Islamic summit.

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa (R) meets Qatari Emir Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani (L) on the sidelines of an Arab-Islamic summit in Doha, September 15, 2025.

Germany urges mosque association to cut ties with Erdogan over 'antisemitism, Islamist agendas'

The Turkish-Islamic Union for Religious Affairs (DITIB) has around 1,000 mosques in Germany, and is sometimes called the 'long arm of Erdogan.'

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan attends a meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin on the sidelines of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) summit in Tianjin, China, September 1, 2025.

Turkey’s ruling party hopes to ‘decapitate’ opposition - analysis

Police clashed with CHP supporters in Istanbul as Erdogan’s government banned protests and moved to tighten control over Turkey’s opposition.

 An illustrative image of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan.

Turkish authorities cancel French-Algerian Jewish singer's concert over his support for Israel

Enrico Macias, a French-Algerian Jewish singer who has performed in Turkey for decades, had his concert cancelled after he signalled that he would move to Israel.

Enrico Macias performs at L'Olympia in Paris, France, Jan. 7, 2017

From trade to airspace: Erdogan’s gambit demands a firm reply - opinion

Strategic steps are needed, first and foremost, to diversify sources of imports and reduce dependency on Ankara.

TURKISH FOREIGN MINISTER Hakan Fidan speaks during a parliamentary session on Israel’s attacks on Gaza at the Turkish Parliament in Ankara last Friday. He announced that Turkey would sever economic ties with Israel and close its airspace to Israeli aircraft.