Ece Temelkuran, a Turkish author, sees parallels between Donald Trump’s claims of election theft and the 2016 attempt to depose Recep Tayyip Erdogan.
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Russia Signals Annexation of Parts of Ukraine, Raising Stakes in Fighting
Kremlin-backed officials in four partially occupied regions announced referendums on joining Russia, as Moscow tightens its grip and hints at escalation.
Russia’s Invasion Shadows U.N. Assembly Amid ‘Colossal Global Dysfunction’
Presidents Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Turkey and Emmanuel Macron of France used the gathering as a stage to cast themselves as would-be peacemakers in the war in Ukraine.
Ukraine and Russia Accuse Each Other of Plotting Attack on Nuclear Plant
The Zaporizhzhia nuclear plant, the largest in Europe, has already been hit by shelling, and the United Nations chief, warning of disaster, called for a demilitarized zone around it.
Sleepy Greek Port Becomes U.S. Arms Hub, as Ukraine War Reshapes Region
The flow of U.S. military supplies through Alexandroupoli has angered Russia and Turkey. Now, firms with ties to Russia and America are competing for control of the port.
Israel and Turkey to Restore Full Diplomatic Ties
A four-year chill in relations has thawed in recent months, and the two nations, once close regional allies, will now exchange ambassadors again.
Erdogan and Putin: Complicated Relations With Mutual Benefits
Turkey needs Russian cash, gas and business as Erdogan looks to a dicey election and a new incursion in Syria, while Moscow needs friends to try to evade Western sanctions.
U.S. and Russia Ready to Negotiate Griner’s Release
The countries’ top envoys made separate announcements after a meeting where they sat close together — without talking.
Vladimir Putin and Tayyip Erdogan Meet in Sochi
The Turkish and Russian leaders sat face-to-face for the second time in less than three weeks, solidifying Turkey’s role as a bridge to the West and a mediator between Russia and Ukraine.
Putin and Erdogan to Talk in Sochi, Russia.
The Turkish and Russian leaders are meeting for the second time in less than three weeks.