EPISODE · Dec 12, 2025 · 14 MIN
Erdogan's vision for Syria and the region
from The Greek Current · host Hellenic Leaders
In a recent speech Turkish President Erdogan praised Syrians who were born and raised in Turkey, speak Turkish, and are now in Syria, saying, "Right next door to us… a brother nation that speaks our same language is rising anew from the ashes.” The quote has drawn the attention of experts like Ryan Gingeras, who joins Thanos Davelis as we look into what it tells us about Erdogan’s worldview, and why this is something to keep an eye on as we look at the shifting power dynamics in the Levant.You can read the articles we discuss on our podcast here:Erdogan praises Syrians born and raised in TurkeyFrom Grexit to Eurogroup chief: Greece’s recovery storyPierrakakis elected Eurogroup chiefEuropean Commission firmly behind Greece-Cyprus power link
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Turkish President Erdogan recently praised Syrians born and raised in Turkey, who speak Turkish and have returned to Syria, saying a "brother nation that speaks our same language is rising anew from the ashes.” What does this tell us about Erdogan's worldview, and why this is something to keep an eye on as we look at the shifting power dynamics in the Levant? Ryan Gingeras joins Thanos Davelis as we look into this.
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