Israel Recognizes Armenian Genocide, Risks Turkey Ties
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Israel’s government has formally recognized the Armenian genocide, breaking decades of official silence on the issue. Previous Israeli governments avoided such recognition to maintain ties with Turkey, once a key strategic ally in the region. The move signals a major shift in Israeli foreign policy and is expected to worsen already strained relations with Ankara.