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How the war in Iran “hit” Turkey

The new balances in the Middle East and the Eastern Mediterranean have exposed Ankara’s weaknesses. President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan sees that American plans do not include him, Israel is the undisputed regional power, while Greece is consolidating its position by making a “show of strength” and Cyprus is being fortified with the support of all of Europe

US: Congressman Gregory Meeks reacts strongly to the deployment of Turkish F-16s in occupied Cyprus

The move "undermines the sovereignty of Cyprus and will only serve to increase tensions in the region", he says and calls on Erdogan "to change course immediately".

Iranian ballistic missile intercepted, says Turkey’s Ministry of Defence

"A ballistic missile launched by Iran that entered Turkish airspace was neutralized by NATO air and missile defense elements deployed in the Eastern Mediterranean," Turkey's Ministry of Defense said

Turkey expands surveillance in the occupied territories with radar, air defense and maritime monitoring systems

What its plan envisages - A network is being set up to monitor air and maritime traffic in the region

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