Statement by Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu Regarding Turkey's Presence in Syria
Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu claimed that they do not want Turkey to advance into southern Syria and stated that they have conveyed messages to Ankara.
Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu claimed that they do not want Turkey to advance towards southern Syria, asserting that they have sent messages to Ankara in this regard through various channels.
Developments in Syria and Turkey's Presence
Israeli Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu made evaluations regarding Turkey via Syria, touching upon the situation in the north of the country.
Netanyahu stated that Turkey has a specific zone in northern Syria and expressed that he does not want it to advance further south.
Messages Conveyed to Ankara and Damascus Administrations
Netanyahu claimed that he conveyed messages to the Ankara and Damascus administrations through various channels.
The Israeli leader alleged that these messages were sent through the U.S., via different channels, and directly to Syria.
Military Intervention and the Airport Issue
Expressing opposition to Turkey establishing a military presence at an airport in Syria, Netanyahu spoke about the issue.
Netanyahu argued that when it became apparent that the messages they conveyed were not received, a situation arose where they had to demonstrate this through military intervention.
Security Zone and Discomfort with Relations
The Israeli Prime Minister argued that he decided to create a security zone against the possibility of a jihadist occupation in Syria.
Stating that he is disturbed by the relations between Turkey and Syria, Netanyahu claimed that developments between the two countries have changed the existing situation in the region.