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Turkey prosecutors indict bank CEO in $44 million Ponzi scheme

The latest indictment seeks lengthy prison sentences for the bank executives over a scheme targeting soccer stars.

A menu hangs on the wall at a Ben & Jerry's ice cream store, Miami, Florida, on Sept. 23, 2021.

Ben & Jerry's sues Unilever, accuses parent of muzzling views on Gaza war

It is not the first time tensions have been frosty between Ben & Jerry's and its parent company over the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Turkish Jandarma soldiers guard the entrance to the Silivri Courthouse while awaiting the court's decision during the ongoing trial of journalists from the Cumhuriyet newspaper.

Turkey postpones debate on controversial ‘foreign agent’ law amid public outcry

The move follows criticism from the opposition and civil society over potential threats to free speech and media independence.

Turkish members of parliament attend a session at the General Assembly of the Turkish Grand National Assembly, in Ankara, on Dec. 11, 2023.

Turkey’s proposed ‘foreign agent’ law threatens press freedom, critics say

The bill is seen as a major blow to the already weak independent civil society organizations in Turkey.

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Netanyahu aide arrested over leaked documents linked to stalled hostage deal: What we know

Israel's Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu delivers a speech during a ceremony marking the Hebrew calendar anniversary of the Hamas attack on October 7 last year that sparked the ongoing war in Gaza, at the Mount Herzl military cemetery in Jerusalem on October 27, 2024. (Photo by GIL COHEN-MAGEN / POOL / AFP) (Photo by GIL COHEN-MAGEN/POOL/AFP via Getty Images)

Analysis

With Gulen dead, Turkey sees chance to weaken group, improve US ties

The casket of Turkish Muslim cleric Fethullah Gulen arrives for a prayer service at Skylands Stadium in Augusta, New Jersey, on Oct. 24, 2024.

Barin Kayaoglu

By Barin Kayaoglu

In Ankara, reporting on geopolitics and national security

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Israel arrests 7 nationals suspected of spying for Iran: What we know

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Popular steakhouse accused of pork fraud divides Turkey

A man looks at high meat prices at a butcher in the historic Ulus district in Ankara on Jan. 27, 2023.

This picture taken on Sept. 30, 2020, shows logos of social-networking websites displayed on a mobile phone's screen in Istanbul.

Turkey hands Meta $148K daily fine over antitrust violation

Turkey’s competition watchdog also imposed an interim measure to suspend data-sharing between Instagram and Threads.

Mother and son boarding to the plane before their Egypt flight.

Uproar in Turkey as mother, son flee to US after fatal hit-and-run

Turkey seeks the pair’s extradition from the United States amid public fury.

ICJ starts hearing arguments on Israeli occupation of Palestinian territories

Israel has decided not to participate at the hearing, arguing the court has no authority on an issue to be discussed diplomatically between the sides.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu (C) exits after testifying in a hearing at the Magistrate's Court, Rishon Lezion, Jan. 23, 2023.

Analysis

Netanyahu seeks to delay fraud trial ahead of potentially damaging testimony

The Israeli prime minister's chances of avoiding conviction on all the charges against him appear to be nil, but he still has options.

In Tel Aviv, reporting on national security, Israeli politics, defense

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Netherlands court orders halt to transfers of F-35 parts to Israel

A Dutch appeals court ordered the government to block the transfer of jet parts to Israel over concerns the deliveries contribute to violations of international law in Gaza.

A demonstrator waves the Palestinian flag in front of the Peace Palace ahead of the International Court of Justice (ICJ) verdict in the genocide case against Israel, brought by South Africa, in The Hague on January 26, 2024. (Photo by Remko de Waal / ANP / AFP) / Netherlands OUT (Photo by REMKO DE WAAL/ANP/AFP via Getty Images)

Analysis

What is the significance of ICJ ruling on Israel’s war in Gaza?

The ruling by the UN’s top court could push Israel to alter its military actions in Gaza, while the US’ response to the case may hurt its international standing.

Adam Lucente

By Adam Lucente

In New York City, reporting on regional news, militancy, climate change

A pro Palestinian activist waves Palestinian and South African flags as she demonstrates following the International Court of Justice (ICJ) ruling of the case against Israel brought by South Africa in The Hague at the U.S. Consulate in Johannesburg on January 26, 2024. South African lawyers presented their case at the UN's top court in The Hague, where South Africa lodged an urgent appeal to force Israel to "immediately suspend" its military operations in Gaza. The International Court of Justice (ICJ) ruled

Arab world, Iran, Turkey welcome ICJ ruling in Israel's genocide case

The region welcomed the ICJ’s ruling demanding Israel act to prevent acts of genocide against Gazans.

President Joan Donoghue (C), and other judges in the International Court of Justice (ICJ) take their seats prior to the hearing on the genocide case against Israel, brought by South Africa, in The Hague on Jan. 11, 2024.

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ICJ rules Israel must 'take all measures' to prevent genocide, stops short of ordering Gaza cease-fire

South Africa had filed a case with the court earlier this month arguing that Israel’s military operation in Gaza amounted to a state-led genocide.

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Mexico, Chile call on ICC to investigate Israel over Gaza war

As the International Court of Justice investigates South Africa's complaint, Mexico and Chile are also calling on the International Criminal Court to investigate crimes against Palestinians.

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Israel rejects South Africa's genocide charge at ICJ as 'grossly distorted'

On the second day of hearings at the International Court of Justice, Israel rejected the court's jurisdiction and accused Hamas of genocidal acts.

Aharon Barak, on the panel of the International Court of Justice, The Hague, Jan. 11, 2024.

Analysis

Netanyahu turns to longtime foe to defend Israel — and himself — at ICJ

The prime minister chose former Supreme Court president Aharon Barak, a target of his judicial reform effort, to join the ICJ panel hearing South Africa's genocide complaint against Israel.

In Tel Aviv, reporting on national security, Israeli politics, defense

People raise flags and placards as they gather around a statue of late South African president Nelson Mandela to celebrate a landmark "genocide" case filed by South Africa against Israel at the International Court of Justice, in the occupied West Bank city of Ramallah on January 10, 2024.

How is Middle East reacting to South Africa's Gaza genocide ICJ case against Israel?

Several Arab countries have publically announced their support for South Africa’s genocide case filed against Israel at the ICJ.