This marks the first time Turkey has explicitly positioned itself as an active blocker of Syria-Israel relations, rather than just a regional competitor. Dr. Yanarocak's expert analysis reveals Erdogan's unprecedented strategic approach of using the Syrian conflict not just for territorial or refugee concerns, but specifically to prevent normalization between two historical enemies.
Turkey's Erdogan Leverages Syria Crisis to Block Israel Alliance
📰 What Happened
Dr. Hay Eytan Cohen Yanarocak, a Turkish affairs expert, has analyzed Turkey's strategic positioning in the ongoing Syrian conflict. According to his assessment in July 2025, President Erdogan has emerged as the primary beneficiary of the Syrian crisis, specifically by using the situation to prevent any potential diplomatic reconciliation between Syria and Israel. This development represents a significant shift in regional power dynamics and alliance formations.
📖 Prophetic Significance
Erdogan's emerging role as a power broker between Syria and Israel aligns with prophetic expectations of Turkey (historically Gomer) playing a pivotal role in end-times alliances. The expert's revelation of Turkey's specific strategy to prevent Syria-Israel reconciliation parallels Ezekiel 38's description of northern powers coordinating against Israel. This marks a significant shift from Turkey's previous stance as a moderate Muslim nation to actively shaping anti-Israel coalitions, positioning itself within the prophetic Gog-Magog alliance structure.