Turkey

Syria’s Kurds confront defeat after decades of resistance - opinion

Abandoned by allies and pressured by Turkey, Syria’s Kurds were forced to surrender autonomy to Damascus.

|ByDAVID L. PHILLIPS
Armed members of the Syrian Democratic Forces' (SDF) military police take part in a demonstration under the banner “With our will, we will protect our revolution.” in Qamishli, Syria, September 17, 2025.
Turkey’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, accompanied by Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, meets with NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte in Ankara, last April. Ankara is quietly assembling the architecture of permanent regional power, the writer says.

Turkey’s strategy for long-term dominance in the Middle East - opinion

After Assad’s fall, Turkey is quietly building a new sphere of influence across Syria.

|ByAMINE AYOUB
Iranian Kurdish fighters from the Kurdistan Freedom Party (PAK) take part in a training session at a base on the outskirts of Erbil, Iraq February 12, 2026.

Kurdish-US partnership under strain amid regional rivalries, accusations - opinion

Kurdish leaders warn of rising mistrust with Washington amid accusations, regional rivalries, and fears of shifting US alliances in the Middle East.

|ByVEYSI DAG
A demonstrator holds a picture of jailed Kurdish militant leader Abdullah Ocalan during a rally in Diyarbakir, Turkey, February 27, 2025.

Turkey’s Kurdish peace process falters as Iran war complicates negotiations - analysis

Turkey’s peace process with Kurdish militants stalls as the Iran war deepens instability in the region, with both sides hesitant to take bold steps toward a resolution.

|ByREUTERS

Israeli-Turkish woman arrested in Turkey over IDF service rescued following US intervention

Jessica Becher, 28, was arrested in Turkey after Islamist groups targeted her for her IDF service. Following US intervention, she was rescued and returned to Israel under Israeli security protection.

APRIL 29, 2026ByJAMES GENN
Israeli-Turkish woman Jessica Becher, who was detained while visiting her family in Istanbul.

Turkey offering to broker agreement between US, Lebanon on Hezbollah, sources tell 'Post'

According to one source, the Lebanese government is hesitant to embrace the initiative, citing concerns over expanding Turkish influence in the country.

APRIL 28, 2026ByAMICHAI STEIN
Turkey’s President Tayyip Erdogan speaks after a cabinet meeting in Ankara, Turkey, March 9, 2026.

Israel and Kurdistan: Regional collapse reshapes the Middle East map - opinion

Israel and Kurdistan face shared adversaries, raising questions about new alliances as old Middle East borders weaken and fragment.

APRIL 28, 2026ByMEM HUSEDIN
A fighter from the Iranian Kurdistan Freedom Party (PAK) takes part in a training exercise at a base near Erbil, Iraq, in February.

As Israel becomes a dominant force in the Middle East, where does Turkey stand? - analysis

Ankara is realizing that in a Middle East dominated by Israeli technological and intelligence prowess, traditional power might no longer be enough.

APRIL 27, 2026ByAMICHAI STEIN
Turkish President and Leader of the Justice and Development (AK) Party, Recep Tayyip Erdogan addresses to the party members during the AK Party Group Meeting at the Grand National Assembly of Turkiye in Ankara, Turkiye on February 25, 2026.

Top 10 hair transplant clinics in Turkey for first-time patients in 2026

APRIL 26, 2026ByHANNAH SCHWARTZ
A patient undergoing a detailed scalp examination before a hair transplant procedure.

Syrian President al-Sharaa positions country for regional role in Gulf, EU meetings

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa visited the Gulf last week as part of his efforts to shore up support for Damascus across the Middle East and Europe amid rising regional tensions.

APRIL 25, 2026BySETH J. FRANTZMAN
Turkey's President Tayyip Erdogan meets with Syria's President Ahmed al-Sharaa on the sidelines of Antalya Diplomacy Forum in Antalya, Turkey, April 17, 2026.

Turkey could consider joining Strait of Hormuz demining operation, Hakan Fidan says

Speaking to reporters in London, Hakan Fidan also said he believed issues related to Iran's nuclear program could be resolved at the next round of talks in Pakistan.

APRIL 25, 2026ByREUTERS
Turkey's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan speaks to the reporters at Antalya Diplomacy Forum in Antalya, Turkey, April 19, 2026

Israeli court uncovers covert Hamas funding network, key figures sentenced

A recent court ruling exposes a covert financial network funneling millions to Hamas via intermediaries in Israel, supporting terrorism in Gaza and the West Bank.

APRIL 25, 2026ByHODAYA RAN, JERUSALEM POST STAFF
An illustrative image of a silhouette over the backdrop of the Hamas flag.

Israeli 'violations' of Temple Mount spark backlash from Muslim, Arab states

In a joint statement, eight Arab countries condemned Israel's actions at Jerusalem's holy sites, calling them "provocations" and violations of international law.

APRIL 24, 2026ByJAMES GENN
National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir visits Temple Mount alongside Rabbi Elisha Wolfson, calling to expand Jewish worship at holy site, Sunday, April 12, 2026.

Top 5 dental clinics in Turkey: Prices, reviews & what to expect (2026)

APRIL 23, 2026ByTAMI DEMSKY
“Turkey is a leading destination for dental tourism, offering high-quality treatments and advanced clinics at much lower prices than in Western countries.”