Israel has announced travel restrictions against the son of Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and several other Turkish public figures, citing what it described as repeated antisemitic remarks and actions. Israeli authorities said the decision followed careful review of statements that allegedly crossed the line into hate speech against Jews and the Jewish state.

According to Israeli officials, the affected individuals are no longer permitted to enter Israel, as their public comments were seen as promoting hostility and intolerance. The move is part of Israel’s broader effort to respond firmly to antisemitism, especially when it comes from influential figures whose words can shape public opinion beyond their home countries.

The decision is expected to further strain already tense relations between Israel and Turkey. Diplomatic ties between the two nations have been fragile in recent years, often affected by disagreements over Middle East politics and strong rhetoric from Ankara against Israeli policies.

While there has been no immediate official response from the Turkish government, analysts say the ban could deepen diplomatic friction and trigger sharp reactions from Turkish leaders. Observers note that such actions reflect the growing sensitivity around political speech, antisemitism, and international accountability in global relations.