White House Briefs

Turkey Issues Sanctions Against Syria

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Statement from National Security Council Spokesman Tommy Vietor

We commend the Turkish government for its announcement of economic sanctions and other measures against the Syrian regime. The leadership shown by Turkey in response to the brutality and violation of the fundamental rights of the Syrian people will isolate the Assad regime and send a strong message to Assad and his circle that their actions are unacceptable and will not be tolerated. The measures announced by the Turkish government today will undoubtedly increase the pressure on the Syrian regime, and we continue to call on other governments to join the chorus of condemnation and pressure against the Assad regime so that the peaceful and democratic aspirations of the Syrian people can be realized. President Obama has coordinated closely with Prime Minister Erdogan throughout the crisis in Syria and will continue to do so going forward.

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Search and Rescue is Over, Turkey Plans for the Future

A week after the earthquake in Turkey, the country implements new changes to buildings while continuing emergency efforts.

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President Obama: 'We Stand Shoulder-to-Shoulder with Our Turkish Alley'

Statement by the President on the Earthquake in Turkey

We have been following reports of the earthquake in Turkey's eastern province of Van with great concern. On behalf of the American people, I express my deepest condolences to the families of the victims. Our thoughts and prayers are with the brave men and women who are working to bring assistance to this stricken region. We stand shoulder to shoulder with our Turkish ally in this difficult time, and are ready to assist the Turkish authorities.

President Obama Denounces Attack in Turkey

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Statement by the President on the Attack

The United States strongly condemns this morning's outrageous terrorist attack against Turkey, one of our closest and strongest allies. On behalf of the American people, I offer my condolences to the families of the victims and to all of the Turkish people.

The United States will continue our strong cooperation with the Turkish government as it works to defeat the terrorist threat from the PKK and to bring peace, stability and prosperity to all the people of southeast Turkey. The people of Turkey, like people everywhere, deserve to live in peace, security and dignity. As they pursue the future they deserve, they will continue to have a friend and ally in the United States.

President Obama at the Open Government Partnership Event

Introduces the American National Plan and announces an Open Government Declaration rooted in several core principles.

Erdogan Tours Middle East: Is Israel On Their Own?

Israel finds itself increasing isolated in the region and struggling to maintain a relationship with Turkey.

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By Orkide Izci

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Turkey Cuts Ties with Israel

Turkey declared on Tuesday it has suspended all defense trade and military cooperation with Israel.

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By Emoke Bebiak

Anchor: Ana Compain-Romero

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Turkey Claims it Killed Kurdish Rebels

Turkey says it has killed dozens of rebel locations in northern Iraq-- and more could be on their way.

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By Tracy Pfeiffer

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