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- 1Erdogan denounces Netanyahu at UN as Israeli delegation walks out●'NETANYAHU IS HORRIBLE': Erdogan Humiliates Israel At UN, Bibi's Camp Walks Out In Dramatic Exit
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan addressed the United Nations, calling Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu 'horrible' in a sharply critical speech over Israel's conduct. Members of Netanyahu's delegation reportedly staged a dramatic walkout during the address. The exchange adds to already strained Turkey-Israel relations and drew wide attention amid ongoing tensions over the Gaza war.
- 2Turkish comedian convicted of insulting president but released●Court convicts Turkish comedian of insulting president but orders release, broadcaster says
A Turkish court has convicted a comedian of insulting President Recep Tayyip Erdogan but ordered his release, broadcaster reports say. The verdict means he will not serve further time while the case proceeds through appeals. Insulting the president is a crime in Turkey that has led to thousands of prosecutions, and such cases are closely watched as tests of free speech and judicial independence.