Key facts
- An Israeli newspaper analysis suggests Turkey poses a greater long-term threat to Israel than Iran.
- The analysis cites Turkey's position as NATO's second-largest military force and its 80% self-sufficiency in defense.
- Rapid advances in Turkey's domestic weapons production and military technology have strengthened its strategic position.
- Israeli policymakers are reportedly paying increased attention to Ankara's growing influence and capabilities.
An analysis published by the Israeli newspaper Maariv argues that Turkey now poses a greater long-term challenge to Israel than Iran. The article highlights Turkey's position as the holder of NATO's second-largest military force and notes the country has achieved approximately 80 percent self-sufficiency in its defense sector.
According to the report, rapid advances in domestic weapons production and military technology have significantly strengthened Turkey's strategic position in the region. The analysis suggests that Israeli policymakers are increasingly paying attention to Ankara's growing influence and capabilities alongside more traditional regional security concerns.
Former Israeli Prime Minister Naftali Bennett has also warned that Turkey poses a new threat to Israel.