Turkey's leader told Newsweek Israel took actions "contrary to international law and steps that deepen instability in our region."

In an exclusive Newsweek interview, the president says the world’s power is shifting—and Turkey won’t be forced to pick a side.

"Türkiye’s priority is to prevent the war from turning into a conflict that draws in other countries," Erdogan told Newsweek.

"Serious pollution problems" could lead to suspension of plastic trade with EU's top waste importer.

Only 10% of the shiploads of European plastic waste sent to Turkey is recycled, experts estimate.

Post-Assad Syria is a battleground for Turkish, Saudi and Qatari influence, with Ankara gaining ground over U.S. aims.

Turkey accused Benjamin Netanyahu of pursuing expansionist policies with recent Israeli airstrikes on Syria's Abu al-Duhur airbase near Aleppo.

The White House aides Natalie Harp and Dan Scavino were among those traveling with the president on a military jet.