Unpacking Israel-Turkey relations with Gallia Lindenstrauss

Today, Turkey recap editor-in-chief Diego Cupolo spoke with Gallia Lindenstrauss, a senior research fellow at the Institute for National Security Studies, an independent think tank affiliated with Tel Aviv University in Israel.They discussed Israel-Turkey relations through the lens of the Israel-Iran war, developments in Syria, the PKK peace process, the Gaza war, Hamas and more.In addition, the talk covered the meaning of Turkish Pres. Recep Tayyip Erdoğan’s oft-repeated phrase "The world is bigger than five" and how the Israeli government sees the nation’s future in a multipolar world.Referenced in this talk:“Iran was battered by Israel and US, but its regime is intact as Iranians rally around flag, says Vali Nasr” (Al-Monitor)“A Fairer World is Possible” by Recep Tayyip Erdoğan“The World After Gaza” by Pankaj MishraOther ways to watch & listen: Our webcasts are also available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts and other podcast players.Turkey recap is an independent, reader-supported newsletter that helps people make sense of the fast-paced Turkey news cycle. Contact us: [email protected] here on Substack (or on Patreon for discount options). Paid subscribers get full access to our recaps, reports, members-only chat and news tracking tools.Turkey recap is produced by our staff’s non-profit association, KMD. We are an affiliate of the Global Forum for Media Development and aim to create balanced news that strengthens local media by supporting journalists in Turkey.Diego Cupolo, Editor-in-chiefEmily Rice Johnson, Deputy editorGünsu Durak, Turkey recap Türkçe editorCeren Bayar, Parliament correspondent This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.turkeyrecap.com/subscribe