Turkey’s opposition warns against Syria becoming another Afghanistan

Ilhan Ozgel, the deputy of the opposition Republican People’s Party of Turkey, emphasized in his assessment of the situation in Syria that his country does not want to see a structure similar to Afghanistan established in Syria. He warned about the potential security risks of such a structure in Syria.

On Monday, December 9, Ozgel told the Sozcu news agency, “We prefer not to have a structure like Afghanistan near us. We are aware that this could bring security risks to Turkey.”

Ozgel called on the ruling Justice and Development Party (AKP) to take preventive measures regarding this issue.

He also expressed dissatisfaction with the current situation in Syria.

Ozgel added, “We would have preferred the Syrian government to have control over the country, but that doesn’t necessarily mean the presence of Bashar al-Assad. It could have been a just leader who came to power through elections.”

He stressed that a divided Syria would pose a security threat to Turkey.

Ilhan Ozgel’s comments reflect growing concerns in Turkey about the ongoing instability in Syria and the potential ramifications for national security. While Turkey has supported opposition forces in Syria, it also seems to be wary of the possibility of further fragmentation in the region, which could lead to a situation similar to Afghanistan, with its own complex security dynamics.

Despite these concerns, Turkey’s silence on the situation in Afghanistan in recent years shows its cautious approach, possibly influenced by its delicate political relations with the Taliban and the ongoing challenges it faces in the broader Middle East. As Turkey continues to navigate its foreign policy, the unfolding developments in Syria will undoubtedly shape its strategy in the region in the years to come.

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