It is the only NATO member state in the Middle East, bordering Syria and Iraq, near Lebanon and Israel, a region that has been and continues to be the crucial crossroads of empire and history since biblical times. oHuman rights: Turkey engages in oppression of ethnic groups, namely the Kurds, who it has a long and tumultuous relationship with. As a reaction to the incarceration of American pastor Andrew Brunson in Turkey, the United States applied individual sanctions to two Turkish cabinet members and doubled tariffs on steel and aluminum imports from Turkey. Truth is, we cant do much at Incirlik. Turkeys purchase of the S-400s is not the right path to pursue the intended outcome of strategic autonomy. This tension between the governments has refueled the debate on Turkey breaking up with NATO. Indeed, analysts and journalists in the United States have been questioning Turkeys ties with the alliance for a long time. Turkeys S-400 Purchase and Implications for Turkish Relations with NATO. Cevikoz said in a parliamentary address in March that his party respects the steps Sweden has taken to address Turkish concerns. Senators Lindsey Graham and Chris Van Hollen are pushing bipartisan legislation to sanction Turkey over its Syria incursion; Graham has also floated suspending Turkey from NATO altogether. Contention 1 is Turkey could tip the balance in the Ukraine-Russia standoff In a phone call with the Turkish defense minister yesterday, U.S. Defense Secretary Mark Esper said the incursion risks serious consequences for Turkey, according to the Pentagons readout. In light of Article 5 of the North Atlantic Treaty, which states that an attack on one member is an attack on all, Turkeys aggressive foreign policy poses a threat to the security of NATO members. Beikta came from behind to beat Turkish Sper Lig leader Galatasaray 3-1 on April 30 night, throwing itself back in the trophy race with six weeks to go. Situated at the core of one of the most unstable regions in the world, only a few prejudiced people would deny Turkeys contribution to allied security throughout the Cold War and post-Cold War era. This deterrence is no less important than having particular weapons, such as S-400s. This article focuses on the general geographic importance of Turkey to NATO but also highlights Turkeys role in containing Russia in the Black Sea and diffusing the conflict in Syria. This article argues that on-balance Turkey has been a strong ally and that its membership in NATO should continue. How does Turkey-Azerbaijan military alliance fit into Russias demands for NATO? Turkey and NATO should work together to emphasize once again that formers membership in the alliance of value to both sides. Turkeys geographic location and strong military makes it the anchor of NATOs southern flank against Russian aggression. Turkey is a member of NATO but also maintains economic and military industry ties with Russia. How did the United States and Turkey end up tied together in NATO, when both their values and interests seem so far apart? His professional career has consisted of diverse experiences in law and lobbyist firms, both in the United States and Ireland. However, officials such as Senator Jim Risch (R-Idaho) were far more candid about the purchase's implications. After all, Erdogan in the past said that he wouldnt approve Finlands NATO membership as long as he is alive, yet he did it in a surprising U-turn after the Finns met their promise. When Turkey goes to the polls next month, they likely will also be It will not hesitate to pursue the path most closely aligned with its own interests, no matter where it lies: in the West or Russia. The title is self-explanatory. As Turkey continues to stoke the fires of ongoing tensions, the U.S. must make clear that it will not fight Erdogan's wars under the obligation of NATO defense if these disputes erupt beyond Erdogan's control. Resolved: On balance, Turkeys membership is beneficial to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. Yet Turkey, Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Israel and other Middle East allies all have legitimate fear of Iran developing nuclear missiles, so threatened nuclear proliferation by Turkey and others may be a sign of U.S. failure to uphold its alliance obligations through credible extended nuclear deterrence and other means. Privacy Policy. Turkey This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. Turkish Aggression Is NATOs Elephant in the Room (2020). oIf you need to link this all to the military alliance, consider that these clashes of values make governmental relations between Turkey and other NATO countries very difficultand you dont want troubled alliances if war breaks out. Dr Mehmet Yegin is a Visiting Fellow in the Americas Division at SWP. Turkish restaurant chain BigChefs is set to launch an initial public offering (IPO) this week with the book building for the shares to be offered at 22.5 Turkish Liras per share taking place between May 3 and May 5. OMBs opposition to establishing a SNG and directive to transfer current National Guard space missions to an unestablished Space Component will create a 710 year gap in the capabilities Air National Guard Space Units provide today, the 51 Guard adjutant generals argue in a letter to President Joe Biden. Turkey has chosen its trajectory. The person reiterated that Turkey principally supports Swedens membership and actions rather than words on terrorism would resolve the issue. Besides, confrontation with the West delivers a rallying effect for President Erdoan and provides an excuse for economic downturn in domestic politics. NATO never hesitated to provide anti-ballistic missile systems As NATO Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg said recently, We fully anticipate that Sweden will be a member of NATO by the time of the Vilnius Summit in July. But whether Erdogan stays in power, and by how much, may determine the next steps for Swedens bid.