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Erdogan's Warning: "Whoever is not at the table is on the menu"

Published January 7, 2026, 16:13
Erdogan's Warning: "Whoever is not at the table is on the menu"

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan warned that in a world engaged in a "ruthless struggle for the division of the pie," whoever is not at the negotiating table will be "on the menu." He noted that the West is "losing its arguments" to threaten other countries and that Turkey has successfully managed the challenges of 2023, such as the war in Ukraine, the situation in Gaza, and tensions in the Middle East. Erdogan emphasized the need to thwart "imperialist conspiracies" and protect Turkey's interests, while also referring to domestic issues, such as attacks on opposition supporters.