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Turkish Media Report: Trump Links Gaza, Syria, and Cyprus Issue

Published January 20, 2026, 11:31
Turkish Media Report: Trump Links Gaza, Syria, and Cyprus Issue

A report in the Turkish media, specifically on the Ekonomim website, highlights the connection that Donald Trump is attempting to make between Gaza, Syria, and the Cyprus issue. The website expresses concern about potential pressure on Turkey through its participation in new international frameworks promoted by Washington. According to the report, the invitation extended to Turkish President Erdogan and President Christodoulides to participate in the Gaza Peace Council constitutes an 'unexpected diplomatic advantage' for Nicosia, as it may function as an indirect mechanism of pressure on the Cyprus issue. The website argues that Washington, while not heeding Israel's objections to Turkey's role in Gaza, included Turkish Foreign Minister Fidan on the Gaza administrative board and Erdogan on the Peace Council, scoring a 'goal' in favor of Cyprus. The report suggests that Turkey may come under pressure to make concessions on the Cyprus issue in order to maintain its participation in discussions on Gaza and Syria.