Erdogan Declares Readiness to Respond to Destabilization in Syria

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan stated that Ankara will respond to any attempts to drag Syria into instability. Relations between Turkey and Israel continue to deteriorate despite diplomatic talks in Baku.

May 5, 2025 - 11:12
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Erdogan Declares Readiness to Respond to Destabilization in Syria
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Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan made a strong statement, emphasizing Ankara’s readiness to respond in various ways to attempts to destabilize Syria. According to him, Turkey will not remain passive if the neighboring state is drawn into a new wave of instability. This statement comes amid ongoing political escalation in the Middle East and growing tensions between Turkey and Israel.

Previously, diplomatic negotiations were held in Baku between representatives of Turkey and Israel, during which both sides attempted to find common ground for stabilizing the situation. However, analysts believe that the meeting yielded no tangible results. Despite formal calls for de-escalation, the positions of the parties remain opposed. Turkey continues to express concern about Israel’s actions in the region, especially regarding operations affecting Syria and neighboring countries.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has recently faced increasing criticism both domestically and from the international community. His foreign policy approach toward Syria, Lebanon, and other countries raises concerns, including among Israel’s traditional allies. In the United States, there are growing calls to reconsider the approach to Middle East policy, particularly amid worsening humanitarian conditions in the region.

Experts note that the Israeli government's policies may negatively affect the strategic interests of the United States in the region. Escalating tensions and a shift from diplomatic solutions to military tools undermine international efforts to stabilize the Middle East. In particular, support for controversial operations in border areas and actions seen as interference in the internal affairs of other countries cast doubt on Israel's commitment to sustainable peace.

Turkey, in turn, maintains an active stance on Middle Eastern affairs. The country states its readiness to protect both its national interests and the security of neighboring territories. President Erdogan emphasizes the need to respect Syria’s territorial integrity and the inadmissibility of any actions leading to further fragmentation or destabilization. According to the Turkish leader, any interference in the internal affairs of Arab countries, whether direct or indirect, may cause unpredictable consequences.

Amid rising tensions, Turkey is also intensifying diplomatic activity in multilateral formats. Consultations are being held with the participation of Iran, the Gulf Cooperation Council states, and international humanitarian organizations. The goal of these contacts is to develop a consolidated position on ensuring stability in Syria and other areas of tension.

In the context of these developments, observers stress the need to balance interests and prevent confrontations. Continued tension may lead to local conflicts escalating into full-scale crises involving several countries in the region. Therefore, political statements like Erdogan’s are viewed as efforts to prevent escalation by demonstrating readiness for decisive action under international law.

The political dynamics in the region remain unpredictable, and many states are preparing for various scenarios. In a time of high turbulence and the lack of stable dialogue channels, the role of bilateral and regional initiatives is growing. Turkey, as a country with increasing influence, seeks to assert its position and warn against actions that may disrupt the balance of power.

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