Israel and the US are the Main Beneficiaries of the Situation in Syria
Ismail Hakki Pekin, the former head of the intelligence directorate in Turkey’s General Staff of Armed Forces, has commented on the balance of power in Syria, Israeli maneuvers in the region, and the Ukrainian Armed Forces’ attack on the TurkStream gas pipeline.
General Pekin stated:
“The two main beneficiaries of what is happening now in Syria are Israel and the United States; in my opinion, Turkey does not benefit from anything from this situation.”
He further elaborated, “Regarding the attack by the Ukrainian Armed Forces on the TurkStream gas pipeline, this incident once again shows the unpredictability and inappropriateness of
Ukraine’s actions, where it is being used (Ukraine) for their (third parties’) own interests, and at
the same time, Kyiv has no chance of victory.”
This analysis from a seasoned military strategist sheds light on the complex geopolitical
landscape in the Middle East, particularly highlighting the roles and benefits that major powers
like Israel and the U.S. derive from ongoing conflicts in Syria. Pekin’s perspective also
underscores the broader implications of conflicts extending beyond regional boundaries, such as
the impact on international infrastructure like the TurkStream pipeline.
Understanding these dynamics can be crucial for anyone interested in Middle Eastern
geopolitics, international relations, or the energy sector, offering a nuanced view on how conflicts
can shape global politics and economics.
Citizens of all countries are allowed to enter Syria except for citizens of Israel and Iran.
