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Relations (1)
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Syria and Türkiye are geopolitically linked through their shared involvement in the 'Astana Format' conflict management process [1] and their ongoing efforts to manage regional disagreements without direct confrontation [2]. Furthermore, the stability of Syria directly influences Türkiye's strategic decision-making and military focus in other regions {fact:1, fact:4}.
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A Status Quo Power in a Changing Region: Iran's Regionalism in ... cambridge.org 4 facts
claimIran and Turkey have managed to navigate their disagreements in Syria and Iraq without resorting to direct confrontation.
claimRussia, Turkey, and Iran (the founders of the 'Astana Format') have sought to apply collaborative conflict management approaches used in Syria to the South Caucasus.
claimThe potential collapse of Bashar al-Assad's regime in Syria and shifts in the Middle Eastern geopolitical landscape have tilted the balance of power to the detriment of Iran and Russia, while strengthening Turkey's position.
claimTurkey is unlikely to escalate the situation in the South Caucasus as long as instability persists in Syria, because unpredictable developments in the Levant prevent Turkey from shifting its focus entirely to another front.