The strong concern in Ankara continues for escalation of the crisis between Israel and Iran, with the Turkish government trying to maintain balance, both inside and in the international field. At the same time, Devlet Bachseli, a far -right ally of Tayyip Erdogan, places Turkey at the center of the conflict, attempting to strengthen his political profile in the midst of a retreat of his polls.

Turkey’s political strategy under pressure

Turkey is closely monitoring developments and often condemns the aggressive actions of Israel, especially after the last sharpening in the Middle East. The Turkish economy remains inextricably linked to Iran, mainly due to the supply of gas, as Iran is the country’s second most important supplier. Any interruption in the flow would have a serious impact on the financial stability of the anchor.

At the same time, Tayyip Erdogan attempts to avoid the frontal conflict with the US administration, however, while maintaining a critical attitude towards Israel’s stance in the region. Devlet Bachseli, in the midst of political pressure, said: “Turkey is the ultimate goal in this escalating spiral of violence”with a target, as shown, Coalition of public opinion around government choices.

Extraordinary consultations and new arrows against Israel

Iran’s recent counterattack has led to an extraordinary meeting of the basic pillars of Turkish policy, without the president’s presence. The meeting was attended by the Foreign and Defense Ministers, the head of MIT and the Chief of the General Staff, highlighting the seriousness of the situation.

At the end of the meeting, Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan again attacked Israel’s line, stating that “Israel, which has caused a humanitarian tragedy in Gaza, has dragged Lebanon into volatility, aims to occupy Syria and is now aiming for Iran, must abandon its strategy to destabilize the region as soon as possible.”. Fidan avoided criticizing the US directly by placing diplomacy as a only way out for the Iranian nuclear issue: ‘Diplomacy is the only alternative to war’emphasizing the continuation of talks with Oman’s mediation, though it underlined the difficulties for a substantial solution.