Turkey is wary of a potential threat from Israel — Euractiv

Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan stated that the country increasingly feels surrounded due to the intensifying cooperation between Israel, Greece, and Cyprus.

Euractiv reports on the statement by the head of the Turkish Foreign Ministry.

In this context, Fidan noted that after Iran, Israel may turn its attention to Turkey.

“After Iran, Israel cannot exist without an enemy; as you know, it must develop a certain rhetoric,” he said.

The Turkish foreign minister added that both the Israeli government and some opposition figures are seeking to “designate Turkey as a new enemy.”

Fidan also expressed particular concern about the expansion of cooperation in the Eastern Mediterranean between Israel, Greece, and Cyprus.

These three countries have stepped up cooperation in the energy and defense sectors. Greece recently signed a €3 billion deal with Israel to purchase the PULS missile system, which is a key component of a planned air defense network known as the “Achilles Shield.”

Fidan stated that these countries appear to be aiming to “encircle Turkey or create that impression,” adding that this issue remains “at the center of our attention.”

He also claims that attempts to involve other neighboring countries have been blocked by Ankara.
 

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