Turkish and Iranian Talks in Tehran Highlight Concern Over Israeli Expansion in Syria

Diplomatic sources reported that Turkey and Iran expressed during high-level talks in Tehran their growing concern over Israeli expansion in Syria, amid indications of possible broader coordination between the two countries to address security threats in the region.

A joint statement noted that Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan and his Iranian counterpart Abbas Araqchi discussed regional and international issues during the meeting, emphasizing that Israeli interventions in Syria are increasing the complexity of the security situation and calling on the international community to intervene to halt these violations.

Informed sources indicate that Turkey, despite its complex stance toward Hezbollah, is showing signs of potential reshaping of regional alliances to counter Israeli expansion, including possible indirect cooperation with the party amid shifting regional power balances.

However, the relationship between Turkey and Hezbollah remains subject to careful calculations, as Turkey has not publicly endorsed the party but may provide implicit support against Israel. Observers note that any Turkish–Iranian alliance with Hezbollah would likely focus on resisting Israeli expansion, despite the intertwined challenges and interests that make the regional landscape more complex and sensitive.