December 2017
Erdogan Criticizes UAE Foreign Minister for Reposting a Tweet Against the Ottomans
Turkish President Erdogan criticized UAE Foreign Minister Abdullah bin Zayed for reposting a tweet accusing the Ottomans of looting Medina during WWI. This incident highlights…
End of the First Jury Session in the Zarrab Case Without a Verdict
The jury in the case against Reza Zarrab and Hakan Atilla concluded its first session without a verdict, focusing on Zarrab's confessions. Zarrab is accused…
New York Judge Rejects Claims of Fethullah Gülen's Involvement in Zarrab and Atilla Trial
A New York judge dismissed claims of Fethullah Gülen's involvement in the trial of Turkish businessman Reza Zarrab and former Halkbank CEO Mehmet Hakan Atilla,…
Fatah Calls for Protests Against US Vice President's Visit
Fatah has called for protests against US Vice President Mike Pence's visit to Jerusalem, following Trump's recognition of the city as Israel's capital. The protests…
Former Halkbank Director Denies Collusion with Zarrab to Evade Sanctions
A former Halkbank director denied collusion with Reza Zarrab, who confessed to helping Iran evade U.S. sanctions. The case involves allegations of bribery and significant…
Turkish Police Summons FBI Official at US Embassy
Turkish police summoned an FBI official at the US embassy following testimony from former police chief Hussein Korkmaz in a trial against former Halkbank CEO…
Bahmani Denies Meeting with Reza Zarrab and Circumventing Sanctions Through Him
Mahmoud Bahmani, former head of Iran's Central Bank, denied claims by detained businessman Reza Zarrab that they met to discuss circumventing U.S. sanctions. Bahmani emphasized…
Putin and Erdogan Emphasize Increased Military, Nuclear, and Energy Cooperation
Russian President Vladimir Putin and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan announced enhanced military, nuclear, and energy cooperation, including the construction of the Akkuyu nuclear power…
Putin: US Decision on Israeli Capital Destroys Middle East Peace Prospects
Vladimir Putin condemned the US decision to recognize Jerusalem as Israel's capital, warning it could destabilize the region and end peace talks with Palestinians. The…
Netanyahu: Iran Seeks to Destroy Israel by Strengthening Military Power in Syria
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu accused Iran of seeking to destroy Israel by establishing military bases in Syria during a meeting with French President Emmanuel…
Beirut Protests Against Trump's Jerusalem Decision Turn Violent
Protests erupted in Beirut and other countries in response to Trump's recognition of Jerusalem as Israel's capital, with clashes between demonstrators and security forces. The…
Arab League: The US Should Reconsider Its Decision on Israel's Capital
Arab foreign ministers have urged the US to reconsider its recognition of Jerusalem as Israel's capital, citing potential violence escalation in the region. This follows…
Prisoner Files Complaint Against Reza Zarrab for 'Sexual Assault'
Reza Zarrab, an Iranian-Turkish businessman, faces serious legal troubles in the U.S., including allegations of sexual assault from a fellow inmate and charges related to…
Court Again for One of Erdogan's Opponents in Turkey
Selahattin Demirtaş, a key political rival of Turkish President Erdogan and leader of the HDP, is facing trial again on charges related to Kurdish rebels,…
Disagreement Between Athens and Ankara at the Start of Erdogan's 'Historic' Visit to Greece
Turkish President Erdogan's visit to Greece has sparked controversy over comments regarding the need to amend the Lausanne Treaty, which defines the border between Turkey…
Saudi Arabia Warns America About Consequences of Moving US Embassy in Israel
King Salman of Saudi Arabia warned President Trump that moving the US embassy to Jerusalem would inflame Muslim sentiments worldwide and increase regional tensions. This…
Palestinians: Trump Told Abbas He Plans to Move the US Embassy to Jerusalem
US President Donald Trump informed Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas of plans to move the US embassy from Tel Aviv to Jerusalem, prompting severe warnings…
Turkey Investigates Bank Accounts of 'High-Balance Iranians'
Turkey is investigating the bank accounts of Iranians with high balances following the trial of Reza Zarrab, who implicated Turkish banks in circumventing U.S. sanctions.…
Erdogan: American Courts Cannot Prosecute Turkey
Turkish President Erdogan stated that American courts cannot prosecute Turkey amid tensions over the trial of Reza Zarrab, who testified that Turkish officials were involved…
Istanbul Prosecutor's Office Issues Order to Seize Assets of Reza Zarrab
The Istanbul Prosecutor's Office has seized the assets of Reza Zarrab, an Iranian-Turkish businessman who previously accused Turkish President Erdoğan of enabling the circumvention of…
Turkish Prime Minister: We Hope Reza Zarrab Returns from the Wrong Path
Reza Zarrab, an Iranian-Turkish businessman, accused Turkish President Erdoğan of authorizing the circumvention of U.S. sanctions against Iran. Turkish Prime Minister Yıldırım expressed hope that…