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Asharq Al-Awsat
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Asharq Al-Awsat

Israeli Envoy Named in Türkiye after Years of Strain

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan receives the letter of credence from Israel's new ambassador to Ankara, Irit Lillian, in Ankara, Türkiye December 27, 2022. (Presidential Press Office/Handout via Reuters)

Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan received the credentials of Israel's new ambassador to Türkiye on Tuesday, as the two countries normalize ties after four years of strain. 

Türkiye and Israel began improving relations with high-level visits this year including Israeli President Isaac Herzog's visit to Ankara. They agreed to appoint ambassadors mutually in August. 

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