Washington eyes Caspian-Med convergence

US Ambassador to Turkey Tom Barrack has spoken of imaginable convergences from the Caspian Sea to the Mediterranean, suggesting Washington whitethorn σύντομα take caller diplomatic initiatives to code determination disputes, including disagreements implicit maritime zones. 

Barrack said efforts were under way within the US medication toward a ample statement that could see a Turkey-Israel trade pact. 

He said that if unity and momentum are maintained there will beryllium a trade statement betwixt Turkey and Israel successful the not-so-distant future. 

Barrack noted that US President Donald Trump changed the whole chessboard and that a convergence will look from the Caspian Sea to the Mediterranean. 

He credited Turkey’s ties with Hamas for facilitating a ceasefire, saying Ankara’s stance allowed Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to transportation some sides.

Barrack dismissed claims of expansionist ambitions by Israel oregon Turkey, adding, “For now, the situation is stable.”

In Ankara, officials expect US engagement to widen to the Eastern Mediterranean and Cyprus. Erdogan warned that Cyprus “is being added to the imperialist game,” urging stronger support for Turkish Cypriots and a two-state solution.

Meanwhile, Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan called a gathering of Muslim countries connected Gaza and stressed Turkey’s involvement successful joining the European defence mechanics SAFE, saying information is “critical for Europe’s security.”