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In Turkey, is Bilal Erdogan preparing to replace his father?

In Turkey, is Bilal Erdogan preparing to replace his father?

ANKARA — Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s youngest son, Bilal, has begun appearing in public opinion polls, fueling speculation in Ankara...

28.02.2026 9

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Direct Turkey-Armenia land trade to begin amid US-led Caucasus peace push

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12.02.2026 1

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In Saudi Arabia, Erdogan fosters security alignment, $30B trade push

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04.02.2026 3

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A new phase in Turkey-US ties?

A new phase in Turkey-US ties? Subscribe for less than $9/month to access this story and all Al-Monitor reporting. Subscribe

24.01.2026 2

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Could US shift on Syria’s Kurds unlock progress with Turkey?

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23.01.2026 5

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Bodies for ransom: Iranians fleeing to Turkey recount regime crackdown, retribution

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17.01.2026 10

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Amid Saudi-UAE rivalry, Turkey courts Riyadh without crossing Abu Dhabi

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10.01.2026 10

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Trump-Erdogan ties pay off for Turkey in 2025 as Ankara pushes for F-35s

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31.12.2025 20

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Trump-Netanyahu talks end with few new answers

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30.12.2025 7

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Trump meets Netanyahu in Florida

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29.12.2025 30

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Turkey's AKP denies rift over SDF

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26.12.2025 10

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Turkey readjusts Gaza message

Greetings from Ankara. With no snow on the ground and no pause in the headlines, this week in Turkey was anything but quiet.  This week’s edition...

19.12.2025 9

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Turkey rebuffs air-defense criticism after drone shot down near Ankara

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18.12.2025 10

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As Turkey’s East Med isolation deepens, will Ankara seek maritime Syria deal?

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15.12.2025 10

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Five ways Turkey could get back into US F-35 fighter jet program

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10.12.2025 6

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The riskiest phase

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05.12.2025 7

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Turkey eyes dividends from Sharaa–Trump meeting, but SDF talks test Ankara

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10.11.2025 10

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Turkey to host Gaza summit as US pushes for phase 2 of truce

Turkey to host Gaza summit as US pushes for phase 2 of truce Subscribe for less than $9/month to access this story and all Al-Monitor reporting....

31.10.2025 6

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Turkish Cypriot polls: Winner not Ankara’s pick but can aid Turkey

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26.10.2025 10

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Turkey's main opposition party dodges a bullet

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24.10.2025 40

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Turkey's Gaza mediation efforts hit first snag

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17.10.2025 9

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Turkey readies Gaza rescue crews pending final dispatch decision

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15.10.2025 8

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Turkey's Gaza ceasefire role

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11.10.2025 9

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Turkey’s long-sought Gaza mediator role brings high risks and high rewards

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11.10.2025 10

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Fateful week ahead

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12.09.2025 10

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Kurdish talks and Caucasus corridor boost Erdogan’s standing

Kurdish talks and Caucasus corridor boost Erdogan’s standing Subscribe for less than $9/month to access this story and all Al-Monitor reporting....

09.08.2025 20

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Erdogan’s gamble: Turkey bets on Libya to pursue East Med dominance

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26.07.2025 10

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From Caucasus to Iraq: How Israel’s war hands Turkey edge over Iran

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12.07.2025 20

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As clock ticks down on Turkey's Sozcu TV, is Erdogan muting opposition?

ANKARA — A digital clock appeared on Turkey’s pro-opposition Sozcu TV, counting down the hours — 12 and ticking — toward going off the air....

08.07.2025 10

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Erdogan’s long game: How CHP court case could cripple Turkey’s opposition

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05.07.2025 10

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With over 85% imported, Turkey braces for energy ripples of Iran-Israel war

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18.06.2025 20

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A first in 15 years, Rubio to meet Syria’s FM in Turkey: What to know

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14.05.2025 10

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Turkey sees opportunity with Trump to weaken Kurdish bloc, acquire F-35

Turkey sees opportunity with Trump to weaken Kurdish bloc, acquire F-35 Subscribe for less than $9/month to access this story and all Al-Monitor...

31.03.2025 7

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Turkey to host regional summit in April on counter-ISIS operations

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14.03.2025 7

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Erdogan's Asia tour seen as boost for Turkey’s drone industry, trade

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14.02.2025 6

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As Turkey eases ban, Syrian refugees can now visit before deciding to return

ANKARA — Turkish authorities have eased the country's ban on Syrians returning after visiting their homeland. While the UN and other observers...

11.01.2025 5

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2024 turnaround: Assad fall grants Turkey’s Erdogan electoral rebound

30.12.2024 7

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Turkey, Israel on collision course in Syria over incursions, Kurdish support

21.12.2024 20

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Tom Barrack, Trump's pick for Turkey ambassador, is good news for Erdogan

12.12.2024 5

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