Politics 13 hours ago Houston Rockets owner among trio of Trump ambassador nominees confirmed by Senate On Tuesday, Tom Barrack, Tilman Fertitta and Warren Stephens three of President Trump's top ambassador nominees, faced their Senate confirmation votes.
Travel April 23 Ancient temple undergoes renovations to prevent earthquake damage Construction and renovation work is taking place at the Hagia Sophia in Istanbul, Turkey, to preserve the historic mosque and former church from possible earthquake damage.
Travel April 13 Ancient landmark Hagia Sophia, 'simply unique, without parallel,' attracts long line of tourists The Hagia Sophia remains a highly popular tourist destination, attracting millions of travelers. Here is a detailed look at this ancient UNESCO World Heritage Site in Istanbul, Turkey.
Florida April 9 Florida men charged in 'truly heinous' global child porn ring involving over 1M files The Florida Department of Law Enforcement arrest seven people in Florida for an international child pornography ring involving over one million files purchased through social media.
Trump's First 100 Days April 7 Trump, Netanyahu to meet at White House as Israel seeks tariff relief, discussions on Iran, Gaza hostages President Trump and Israeli PM Netanyahu set for White House meeting to discuss ending U.S. tariffs on Israel, the war in Gaza, the release of hostages and Iran's nuclear threat.
Israel April 4 In warning to Turkey, Israel hits strategic targets in Syria amid rising tensions Israel targets Syrian airbases to warn Turkey against interference, as Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan faces protests at home and ramps up efforts to expand influence in Syria and region as a whole.
Turkey March 31 Echoing Hamas, Erdogan reportedly calls for Israel's destruction amid push to rekindle ties with Trump Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan reportedly called for Israel's destruction during Eid prayers, drawing fierce condemnation from Israel, amid rising regional tensions over Gaza and Syria.
Olympics March 28 Olympic skier Berkin Usta and father killed in fire at closed Turkish ski resort Berkin Usta, an Olympic alpine skier who competed in the Beijing Games, and his father were tragically killed in a hotel fire on Thursday, despite the resort being closed in January.
Turkey March 24 Turkey's Erdogan continues crackdown on protesters following arrest of main rival on corruption charges Turkish President Erdogan's crackdown on pro-democracy protesters leads to over 1,000 arrests following the jailing of Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Ä°mamoÄŸlu.
World Crime March 23 Turkey jails Istanbul mayor before trial, protests rage throughout city A Turkish court jailed Istanbul Mayor Ekrem Imamoglu, pending a trial on corruption charges, in a move likely to cause the country's biggest protests in more than a decade.
Turkey March 21 Trump eyes lifting sanctions, potential sale of prized fighter jet to Turkey President Donald Trump is considering lifting sanctions on Turkey and resuming the sale of fighter jets to Turkey after a call with President Recep Erdogan.
Turkey March 19 Turkish authorities arrest key rival of Erdogan; critics say it's 'no coincidence' Turkey arrested the mayor of Istanbul on charges of corruption. Critics accuse Turkish officials of detaining the main rival of President Erdogan and a potential presidential candidate.
Israel March 14 Israel faces new Syria challenge as it adjusts to new strategy amid regional power struggle for influence Israel is rethinking its Syria strategy following the country's Islamist takeover in December, rising attacks on minorities and growing regional power struggles.
Syria March 10 Religious slaughter in Syria shows need for US, Europe to 'keep a close eye' on Islamist regime: Greek FM Greek Foreign Minister Giorigios Gerapetritis warned Europe and the U.S. to "keep a close eye" on Syria's new governing regime after hundreds died in conflict over the weekend.
Turkey March 8 Bipartisan legislation seeks to rein in Erdogan's Turkey over ties to US foes A bipartisan group of congressmen have taken issue with NATO ally Turkey aligning its foreign policy interests against the U.S. and its Western allies.
NATO February 1 Trump uniquely placed to ‘whisper’ in Erdogan’s ear over Turkish regional ambitions: Greek defense minister Greek Defense Minister Nikos Dendias said NATO needs to take seriously Turkey's expansionist ambitions and President Erdoğan's desire to "recreate the Ottoman Empire" amid aggression.
Turkey January 21 66 dead after fire erupts at popular ski hotel in Turkey At least 66 people died and 51 others became injured in a fire that broke out at a Turkish ski resort hotel on Tuesday. Over 200 guests were staying at the hotel when the disaster struck.
Turkey January 13 Baby gorilla found in plane cargo recovering at Turkish zoo A 5-month-old gorilla rescued from a Turkish Airlines plane's cargo hold is now recovering at a zoo in Istanbul, officials announced Sunday.
Syria December 20 Biden missing in action as Turkey inches closer to full-blown war against US-allied Kurds in Syria Amid the end of the nearly 14 years of civil war in Syria, Turkish strongman Recep Tayyip Erdoğan is set to rekindle a new war in northern Syria against America’s main ally, the Syrian Kurds.
Syria December 18 Tensions between Israel and Turkey escalate over Syria: 'It’s time to pay attention' Ankara's growing military presence in Syria has led to a diplomatic clash between former allies Israel and Turkey. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has supported Hamas, even hinting at some sort of armed intervention.
Syria December 16 Trump says Turkey ‘did an unfriendly takeover’ in Syria as US-brokered cease-fire appears to fail President-elect Trump described the fall of the Assad regime in Syria as an "unfriendly takeover" by neighboring Turkey as sources tell Fox News Digital the U.S.-brokered cease-fire has collapsed.
Syria December 15 Trump once stopped Erdogan attacks on US-backed Kurds in Syria, and has opportunity to do it again: Jack Keane As the conflict expands between pro-Turkey Islamist forces and the pro-American Kurdish forces, there are growing efforts to rope in Ankara’s offensive.
Syria December 13 Turkey seeks to purge pro-US Kurdish force that helped defeat Islamic State in Syria A Turkish strongman exploits chaos in Syria to oust pro-American Syrian Kurds from border area while solidifying expansion in war-torn nation
World December 12 Top US ally, SDF commander in Syria warns of ISIS return if Turkish airstrikes don’t stop Gen. Mazloum Abdi, the commander of the Syrian Democratic Forces, said the Turkish military continue to attack his Kurdish forces, despite a U.S. brokered ceasefire deal.
Syria December 9 Here is who is vying for power in Syria after the fall of Bashar al-Assad Here’s a look at the different forces vying for control in Syria after the fall of dictator Bashar al-Assad.
Syria December 8 Syrian dictator Bashar Assad flees into exile as Islamist rebels conquer country A lightning Syrian Islamist offensive over just days contributed to the demise of the over 50-year reign of the Assad Baathist regime in Damascus.
Donald Trump December 7 Trump urges US to stay out of Syrian civil war, blaming Obama for failure as Islamists close in on capital Amid the rapid offensive of Islamist rebels in their campaign to dislodge Syrian dictator Assad, President-elect Donal Trump has urged non-intervention by the U.S.
Syria December 6 Turkey’s Erdogan encourages Islamist rebels to continue advances as Assad regime scrambles to survive Amid a fast moving seizure of Syrian cities by a U.S.-classified Islamist terrorist movement, the power politics of the Mideast is rapidly changing quickly.
Syria November 30 Islamist rebels in Syria catch Assad, Putin, Iran regimes off guard giving US new mideast headache Amid a rapid-fire collapse of Syrian, Hezbollah, Russian and Iranian forces in northern Syria, questions are surfacing about U.S. policy toward the emerging new order in the war-ravaged Syrian Arab Republic.
Turkey November 8 CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Turkish leaders brawl at council meeting over the cost of Republic Day A fight over the cost of Republic Day celebrations in Turkey's capital resulted in lawmakers getting physical with one another during a recent meeting.
