A Vacuum Filled: How Turkey Went from All-Inclusive to All-Hostile
Turkey is transforming from a problematic partner into a strategic enemy leading the regional axis of resistance under Erdogan's patronage • While Iran weakens, Ankara fills the vacuum, embraces Hamas, and accelerates a concerning military…
Assessment
Turkey's shift from a problematic partner to a strategic adversary marks a significant realignment in Middle Eastern power dynamics. With Iran weakening, Ankara is filling the vacuum by embracing Hamas and accelerating military buildup, presenting a direct challenge to Israeli interests. The analysis warns that Erdogan's rhetoric should be taken as a concrete long-term plan, not mere posturing. The key question is how Israel will recalibrate its strategy to counter this emerging threat.