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Source: https://www.israelhayom.com/2024/12/24/erdogans-threats-should-not-be-taken-lightly/
Erdogan's Threats Should Not Be Taken Lightly
(Israel Hayom) Nadav Shragai - Those who for years tolerated Recep Tayyip Erdogan's Turkey providing sanctuary to Hamas, who dismissed the hosting of Hamas's command centers and offices in Istanbul, or who remained silent about the patronage he extended to Yahya Sinwar and Mohammed Deif, are now witnessing Turkish sponsorship of a jihadist coalition in the new Syria. Erdogan sees himself as the global leader of the Muslim Brotherhood and views Hamas as a liberation movement. He speaks of a regional Islamic caliphate and revival of the Ottoman Empire. He calls on Turkish immigrants across Europe to have more children, claiming "they are Europe's future." Turkish organizations operate in Jerusalem, Haifa, Jaffa, Lod, and Ramla, channeling money to charity, culture and community activities to gain ever-increasing influence. We need to listen to Erdogan's words and believe he means what he says. Last July, Erdogan made a military threat against Israel. Turkey has at least partially fulfilled this threat through the new Syrian jihadist army, which is now closer to Israel's northern border than ever before. After Oct. 7, there is no longer any fundamental difference between Erdogan and Qatar and Iran. Recently, Erdogan spoke to an audience who shouted, "Mr. President, take us to Jerusalem." He responded with the words: "patience brings victory."