Turkey’s Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has stated that Israel is attempting to frame Türkiye as a “new enemy” in the aftermath of the Iran conflict, suggesting that Israeli political strategy increasingly depends on highlighting external threats. He argued that this narrative is being used to shift attention from regional developments and internal challenges, while also reshaping public perception in the wider Middle East.
Fidan noted that relations between Türkiye and Israel have become more strained since the October 7 attacks and the ongoing war in Gaza, which has significantly deepened political and diplomatic divisions. He also referenced President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s recent concerns, including warnings directed at Donald Trump regarding potential disruptions to the fragile US–Iran ceasefire, highlighting the wider risks of escalation in the region. Additionally, Fidan called on NATO members to use the upcoming Ankara summit as an opportunity to reassess and reset their relationship with the United States, amid growing uncertainty about Washington’s long-term commitments and strategic direction within the alliance.
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