Türkiye is a transcontinental country spanning West Asia and Southeast Europe. Known for its NATO membership, strategic position controlling Black Sea access, and assertive regional policy balancing Western alliances with independent outreach to Russia, Arab states, and proxy actors. Recently, Türkiye has anchored a new trilateral defense pact with Saudi Arabia and Pakistan while deepening its military presence in Syria and escalating rhetoric against Israel. Last updated 1 day ago
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The foreign ministers of Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Pakistan are set to meet their Turkish counterpart in Turkey this week for talks on ceasefire proposals and the Strait of Hormuz, the Wall Street Journal reports.
Turkish President Erdogan spoke by phone with Hungary's PM-elect Péter Magyar, congratulating him on his election win and discussing bilateral ties and NATO cooperation.
Egypt, Pakistan, and Turkey are mediating a push for new U.S.-Iran talks before the April 21 ceasefire expires. The parties are reportedly "not in a complete deadlock, the door isn't closed yet." - Axios.
Turkish foreign Minister Fidan essentially says the U.S. has no agency:
"Israel is not a structure that produces power on its own. There is a mindset here that has managed to hack the American political system through Zionism.
What the United States does in this region does not serve its own interests, but benefits Israel. So why does the United States do this?
It is not a rational model of behavior. It happens when you influence (American) politics."
"After Iran, Israel cannot live without an enemy. We see that they are in search of developing a new rhetoric and declaring Turkey as the new enemy. We observe this not only in Netanyahu, but also among some figures in the Israeli opposition."
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan on Greece-Israel relations:
"We see that Greece is pursuing highly risky policies here. There are very interesting aspects in Greece attempting to follow a type of policy that no other country in Europe is pursuing on its own."
"Israel's postponed policies toward Syria carry certain risks. Because of the ongoing war in Iran, Israel may not be taking certain steps right now, but that does not mean it will not do so later.
It may s...
Turkish FM Hakan Fidan on Syria:
"Israel's postponed policies toward Syria carry certain risks. Because of the ongoing war in Iran, Israel may not be taking certain steps right now, but that does not mean it will not do so later.
It may simply not be their priority at the moment. That does not mean it will not become a priority later, when the time comes.
For now, our Syrian brothers and sisters are engaged in serious diplomatic efforts. However, as I said, Netanyahu and his team's perspective on this issue is clear. We are aware of it, and we are taking our own measures accordingly."
"As far as I can see, there is currently a sincere need on both sides for a ceasefire. Of course, there is always the Israel factor, Israel's disruptive role here must always be taken into account. At the moment, both the Americans and the Iranians have returned home. I believe the Iranians, in particular, will evaluate the proposal made by the Americans and will give a response."
“Türkiye will continue to stand by innocent civilians and will further its efforts to ensure that Netanyahu is held accountable for the crimes he has committed.”
Israel Defense Minister Katz slams Erdogan, calls him a “paper tiger” tells him to “sit quietly and shut up”
“Turkish President Erdoğan, who did not respond to missile fire from Iran into Turkish territory and was revealed as a paper tige...
Israel Defense Minister Katz slams Erdogan, calls him a “paper tiger” tells him to “sit quietly and shut up”
“Turkish President Erdoğan, who did not respond to missile fire from Iran into Turkish territory and was revealed as a paper tiger, is fleeing to the realms of antisemitism and declaring field trials in Turkey against Israel's political and military leadership.
What an absurdity. The Muslim Brotherhood man, who massacred Kurds, is accusing Israel of genocide for defending itself against his Hamas partners.
Israel will continue to defend itself with strength and determination - and he had better sit quietly and shut up.”
Turkey’s president told Iran’s Masoud Pezeshkian in a phone call that the current negotiation period “must be used to the fullest to secure lasting peace,”
CAIR‑LA Director Hussam Ayloush: “Israel seeks to create chaos in the Middle East to establish ‘Greater Israel.’ After Iran, their goal is to target Turkey, Pakistan, and Syria. Muslims in America need to be active, join CAIR, and create a ‘bloc vote.’”
Turkey said it raided Islamic State networks nationwide, detaining nearly 200 people, following a gun battle outside the Israeli consulate in Istanbul by three attackers.
Regional powers including Turkey, Egypt and Pakistan are pushing Iran toward talks with the U.S. to halt the war, but efforts have stalled after Tehran rejected proposals and refused direct meetings, WSJ reports.
NATO Spokeswoman: “On Monday 30 March, NATO again successfully intercepted an Iranian ballistic missile heading to Türkiye. NATO is prepared for such threats and will always do what is necessary to defend all Allies.”
Pakistani sources say Saudi Arabia, Turkey, and Egypt are considering a consortium to manage oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz, and have invited Pakistan to join.
The quadrilateral summit has kicked off in Islamabad with Egypt, Turkey, Saudi Arabia, and Pakistan. Talks focus on Tehran‑Washington negotiations, a Pakistani Foreign Ministry source tells Al Jazeera.
With no clear end to the Iran war and growing energy and supply disruptions, regional players are moving to reshape trade routes.
Turkey and Syria under Ahmad al-Sharaa (Jolani) are pushing a rival corridor linking t...
Report on Reshet Bet:
With no clear end to the Iran war and growing energy and supply disruptions, regional players are moving to reshape trade routes.
Turkey and Syria under Ahmad al-Sharaa (Jolani) are pushing a rival corridor linking the Gulf to Europe, potentially bypassing Israel.
The war has reinforced the importance of IMEC, originally meant to run from India through Gulf states, Jordan, Israel, and into Europe, and tied to Israel Saudi normalization.
Now Ankara and Damascus are advancing an alternative route via Syria and Turkey. Plans include a high-speed rail line from Saudi Arabia through Jordan to Syria, and oil pipelines to Syrian ports.
Saudi Arabia has also launched a new land logistics route from its eastern ports through Jordan to northern neighbors.
If Israel is excluded, losses could reach billions.
Gideon Bromberg of EcoPeace says Saudi Arabia now sees IMEC as essential, but can choose routes via Haifa, Syria, Turkey, or Egypt, and would only use Haifa if tied to a broader political deal involving the Palestinians. @kaisos1987
