Turkey

Turkey, officially the Republic of Turkey, is located partially in the continent of Asia and partially in Europe. It shares borders with Greece and Bulgaria to the Northwest, Iran to the east and Iraq to the southeast. It also shares various borders with Syria, Armenia, Azerbaijan and Georgia.

70%-75% of Turkey's population are Turks, and 19% are Kurds, making them the country's largest minority group. The country's capital is Ankara, and the largest city and financial city is Istanbul.

As of November 2021, the President of Turkey is Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, who has served in this position since 2014. Prior to that, he served as Prime Minister of the country from 2003-2014.

Since the start of the Syrian civil war in 2011, an estimated 3.6 million Syrian refugees have taken up residence in Turkey, most of them living with temporary residence permits.

Turkey's best hair transplant clinics for complex cases in 2026

APRIL 30, 2026|ByTAMI DEMSKY

“Complex hair loss cases demand expert planning, high-graft precision, and experienced clinics.”

People pray for rain following a drought crisis at Imamzadeh Saleh shrine in Tehran, Iran, November 14, 2025.

‘Stolen rain’ returns? Scientists dismantle viral Iran–Turkey theory

As fighting escalated and air corridors were restricted, social media posts alleged that cloud seeding aircraft used by the US and its allies had been grounded, causing “stolen” rains to return.

APRIL 30, 2026|ByJERUSALEM POST STAFF

Marble statue of Athena found by archaeologists in Laodicea’s Western Theater near Denizli, Turkey, April 23, 2026.

Marble statue of Greek goddess Athena found hidden in rubble in Turkey's ancient city of Laodicea

Based on the statue's artistic style, archaeologists have dated it to the reign of the first Roman Emperor Augustus, who ruled between 27 BCE and 14 CE.

APRIL 29, 2026|ByMIRIAM SELA-EITAM

A demonstrator holds a picture of jailed Kurdish militant leader Abdullah Ocalan during a rally in Diyarbakir, Turkey, February 27, 2025.

Turkey’s approach to the Kurds shapes regional security dynamics - opinion

Ankara’s approach to the Kurds is deepening regional tensions and affecting Israel’s strategic calculations.

APRIL 29, 2026|ByVEYSI DAG

Israeli-Turkish woman arrested in Turkey over IDF service rescued following US intervention

Jessica Becher, 28, was arrested in Turkey after Islamist groups targeted her for her IDF service. Following US intervention, she was rescued and returned to Israel under Israeli security protection.

APRIL 29, 2026ByJAMES GENN

Israeli-Turkish woman Jessica Becher, who was detained while visiting her family in Istanbul.

Turkey offering to broker agreement between US, Lebanon on Hezbollah, sources tell 'Post'

According to one source, the Lebanese government is hesitant to embrace the initiative, citing concerns over expanding Turkish influence in the country.

APRIL 28, 2026ByAMICHAI STEIN

Turkey’s President Tayyip Erdogan speaks after a cabinet meeting in Ankara, Turkey, March 9, 2026.

Israel and Kurdistan: Regional collapse reshapes the Middle East map - opinion

Israel and Kurdistan face shared adversaries, raising questions about new alliances as old Middle East borders weaken and fragment.

APRIL 28, 2026ByMEM HUSEDIN

A fighter from the Iranian Kurdistan Freedom Party (PAK) takes part in a training exercise at a base near Erbil, Iraq, in February.

As Israel becomes a dominant force in the Middle East, where does Turkey stand? - analysis

Ankara is realizing that in a Middle East dominated by Israeli technological and intelligence prowess, traditional power might no longer be enough.

APRIL 27, 2026ByAMICHAI STEIN

Turkish President and Leader of the Justice and Development (AK) Party, Recep Tayyip Erdogan addresses to the party members during the AK Party Group Meeting at the Grand National Assembly of Turkiye in Ankara, Turkiye on February 25, 2026.

Top 10 hair transplant clinics in Turkey for first-time patients in 2026

APRIL 26, 2026ByHANNAH SCHWARTZ

A patient undergoing a detailed scalp examination before a hair transplant procedure.

Syrian President al-Sharaa positions country for regional role in Gulf, EU meetings

Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa visited the Gulf last week as part of his efforts to shore up support for Damascus across the Middle East and Europe amid rising regional tensions.

APRIL 25, 2026BySETH J. FRANTZMAN

Turkey's President Tayyip Erdogan meets with Syria's President Ahmed al-Sharaa on the sidelines of Antalya Diplomacy Forum in Antalya, Turkey, April 17, 2026.

Turkey could consider joining Strait of Hormuz demining operation, Hakan Fidan says

Speaking to reporters in London, Hakan Fidan also said he believed issues related to Iran's nuclear program could be resolved at the next round of talks in Pakistan.

APRIL 25, 2026ByREUTERS

Turkey's Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan speaks to the reporters at Antalya Diplomacy Forum in Antalya, Turkey, April 19, 2026

Israeli court uncovers covert Hamas funding network, key figures sentenced

A recent court ruling exposes a covert financial network funneling millions to Hamas via intermediaries in Israel, supporting terrorism in Gaza and the West Bank.

APRIL 25, 2026ByHODAYA RAN, JERUSALEM POST STAFF

An illustrative image of a silhouette over the backdrop of the Hamas flag.

Israeli 'violations' of Temple Mount spark backlash from Muslim, Arab states

In a joint statement, eight Arab countries condemned Israel's actions at Jerusalem's holy sites, calling them "provocations" and violations of international law.

APRIL 24, 2026ByJAMES GENN

National Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir visits Temple Mount alongside Rabbi Elisha Wolfson, calling to expand Jewish worship at holy site, Sunday, April 12, 2026.

Top 5 dental clinics in Turkey: Prices, reviews & what to expect (2026)

APRIL 23, 2026ByTAMI DEMSKY

“Turkey is a leading destination for dental tourism, offering high-quality treatments and advanced clinics at much lower prices than in Western countries.”