John Bass
U.S. Ambassador to Turkey
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View Timeline →Erdogan Says He No Longer Recognizes Current U.S. Ambassador
Turkish President Erdogan announced that his government no longer recognizes U.S. Ambassador John Bass amid escalating diplomatic tensions following the detention of a U.S. consulate…
Erdogan: The Suspension of Visa Issuance by the U.S. is Distressing
Turkish President Erdogan criticized the U.S. suspension of visa issuance, calling it distressing, following the arrest of a local consulate employee accused of espionage. This…
Turkey Summons US Ambassador in Ankara
Turkey summoned the US ambassador in response to violent actions by Turkish security personnel against protesters in Washington. This incident highlights ongoing tensions between Turkey…
Joe Biden Criticizes Freedom of Speech Situation in Turkey
Joe Biden criticized Turkey for its poor record on freedom of speech during a visit to Istanbul, highlighting the detention of journalists and academics. He…