Turkey and Israel, Recently Reconciled, Begin a War of Words

Turkey and Israel, Recently Reconciled, Begin a War of Words
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The Trump administration's recognition of Jerusalem as Israel's capital has exacerbated existing tensions between Turkey and Israel, only 18 months after the two countries reconciled. Bucking years of precedent by the international community, President Donald Trump's announcement provoked wide criticism and prompted an emergency meeting of Muslim leaders in Istanbul. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan criticized Israel, calling … Continue reading "Jerusalem Embassy Move Sparks Turkey-Israel War of Words"

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