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PKK Was Behind Ankara Bombing, Claims Turkey
The PKK has historically struck directly at the security forces and says it does not target civilians. A direct claim of responsibility for Sunday's bombing would indicate a major tactical shift.
Explosion in Turkish Capital Kills Dozens Near Ankara's Main Transit Hub
The car bomb attack killed at least 32 people at the crowded transport hub on Sunday and wounded at least 75 more, the second such attack in the administrative heart of the city in less than a month.
Breaking: Massive Blast in Turkish Capital Leaves Casualties
An explosion rocked the Turkish capital of Ankara on Sunday, killing and wounding an unknown number of people, a senior security official said.
Turkey Seizes Opposition News Agency, Days After It Takes Over Newspaper
As the EU finalizes a deal with Turkey over migration, the media crackdown continues. A court is to appoint an administrator to run an opposition news agency following a request from a state prosecutor.
Europe Will Close Main Migration Route at Today's Emergency Summit
It's a decisive moment for Europe today as leaders meet with Turkey and try to finally nail down a deal in which Ankara will get billions of euros in return for stemming the flow of migrants.
Turkey Blames Syrian Kurds for Ankara Attack and Vows Retaliation
The deadly bombing in Ankara was carried out by Syrian Kurdish militia with help from the PKK, Turkey said, as another bomb exploded in the southeast of the country.
Car Bomb in Ankara Kills 28 Near Turkish Military Barracks
The bomb struck a Turkish military convoy as it waited at a traffic light during rush hour on Wednesday.
Turkey Says It Has Foiled a Planned New Year's Eve Attack by the Islamic State
Turkish authorities said they have detained two men believed to have been plotting suicide attacks in the heart of capital Ankara on New Year's Eve.
Turkey Prepares to Send Home Russian Pilot’s Body After Recovering It From Syria
Turkey recovered the body of a Russian pilot from the warplane it shot down over northern Syria and presented it to Russian diplomats on Sunday.
Protests Erupt Across Turkey After Killing of Kurdish Lawyer Tahir Elci
Riot police in Istanbul used tear gas, rubber bullets, and a water cannon to quickly disperse a demonstration over the killing one of Turkey's most prominent human rights lawyers.
Erdogan and His Party On Course for Huge Victory in Pivotal Turkish Election
Early results from Turkey’s second general election in less than six months suggest a major surge in support for President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and his ruling party.
Germany Offers Turkey a Deal: Support For EU Bid In Return For Migration Crisis Help
German Chancellor Angela Merkel has always been opposed to Turkey joining the European Union because of its poor human rights record — but now she needs its help that position may be changing.