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Could Israel try to strike Hamas targets in Turkey?

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October 3, 2025

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan's staunch support for Hamas is a major source of tension with Israel. Relations between the countries have grown increasingly hostile over the war. Some observers say Israel could try to hit Hamas targets in Turkey.

Turkey is on high alert as Israel's war in Gaza expands beyond borders, with more than 65,000 people killed in two years of strikes.

Following Israeli strikes in Qatar, Syria and Iran, people and officials in Turkey are increasingly expressing concern.

President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is warning of threats to the wider region.

Analysts suggest that covert Israeli operations within Turkey are more likely than direct attacks.

Turkey is ramping up defenses and calling for peace in Gaza and solidarity with Palestinians.

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