Not a zero-sum game: How to prevent an Israeli-Turkish clash in Syria
Israel must balance its security concerns over Turkey’s role in Syria with the need to preserve dialogue and stability.
Israel must balance its security concerns over Turkey’s role in Syria with the need to preserve dialogue and stability.
The potential for escalation between Israel and Turkey grows as Israeli election approaches.
Among other things, the Mecca Agreement includes a clause stipulating that any aggression against one member of the alliance will be considered aggression against all three.
Relations between Israel and Türkiye are at one of their lowest points, and the rhetoric between the two countries continues to escalate. The latest example was during President Trump's visit to
This article presents the evolution and determinants of Israel-Turkey relations, reviews the strained ties in the wake of October 7 and the war in Gaza, identifies to ousting of Bashar al-Asad in
Discussions aimed at reaching a mutual understanding are vital to preventing miscalculation from either side.

