Ankara’s Crossroads: Rearmament, Risk, and the Prospect of War with Israel (warontherocks.com)

• Netanyahu accused Ankara of neo-Ottoman ambitions.
• Turkey increases military spending and toughens rhetoric.
• Key drivers: Syria, Palestine, regional security.

"Talk of war in the Middle East abounds on social media, but not just about Iran. A portion concerns a potential clash between Israel and Turkey, driven by issues related to Syria, the Palestinian territories, and regional security. In December 2025, Israeli PM Netanyahu indirectly accused Ankara of wanting to reestablish Ottoman imperial rule. The article analyzes the risks and strategic calculations on both sides."