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Israel and Turkey Hold Talks in Baku to Prevent Military Clashes in Syria Over Qatar Gas to Europe

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Updated Apr 16, 2025, 02:03 PM

Israel and Turkey have initiated backchannel talks in Baku to avoid military friction in Syria, as confirmed by senior Israeli officials. These discussions aim to prevent unintended military confrontations between the two nations, which have been operating in close proximity in Syrian airspace. An Israeli official emphasized the importance of maintaining a mechanism to avoid unwanted clashes, stating, 'It’s important to maintain the mechanism that will prevent a confrontation that neither side wants.' The backdrop to these talks includes rising tensions between Israel and Turkey over the latter's military presence in Syria. Israel has expressed concerns about Turkey's plans to establish new military bases in the country, viewing it as a threat to its security interests. This has led to increased diplomatic efforts to manage the situation. The United States, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio discussing the issue with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan in Washington, has played a role in encouraging these deconfliction talks. However, Turkish sources have downplayed the significance of US involvement, suggesting that deconfliction mechanisms with Israel are not a new development. Amid these developments, Israel's concerns are also fueled by the potential for Qatar's natural gas to be transported through Syria and Turkey to Europe, a scenario that could shift regional dynamics and impact Israel's strategic position. Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu has been unable to find reassurance from discussions with President Trump on this matter.

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