Turkey Challenges Israel Amid Rising Regional Tensions and New Security Alliances
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By ניצן קידר
First reported by Globes · Aug 23, 2026
What happened
Turkey has intensified its challenge to Israel following Israeli strikes in Syria and the October 7 Hamas attack, deepening its military and political involvement in the region. Ankara supports Hamas and Hezbollah, expands its influence through new Sunni alliances, and competes with Israel economically and strategically. Israel is urged to set firm limits on Turkey’s military presence in Syria while avoiding direct confrontation.
- 01Turkey escalates tensions with Israel after October 7 Hamas attack and Israeli strikes in Syria.
- 02Ankara deepens military presence in Syria and supports Hamas and Hezbollah.
- 03Turkey promotes Sunni alliances with Qatar, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt to counter Shiite influence.
- 04Turkey develops new trade and energy corridors to compete with Israeli-backed projects.
- 05Israel should set clear boundaries on Turkish military activities in Syria to protect its northern border.
- 06Turkey avoids direct conflict with Israel due to NATO ties and U.S. relations but remains a strategic threat.
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