Israel for years was a close military ally of Turkey, the Jewish state’s one friend in the Arab and Muslim world, Both countries benefitted from the alliance, and Israel for a long time was reluctant to damage that relationship by recognizing the Armenian Genocide. But many things have happened to change that calculation: the […]
Erdogan Says He Wants Improved Relations with Israel, But Turkey’s School Curriculum Says Otherwise
Recep Tayyip Erdogan has had his closest collaborators let the world know that he “wants to improve relations with Israel, and hopes to sign an agreement on maritime borders with the Jewish state.” On Dec. 25, 2020, Erdogan himself called for “better ties with Israel.” He has returned the Turkish ambassador to Israel, who […]