Sinan Ciddi

Sinan Ciddi and Melissa Sacks discuss Hamas in Turkey, the complex trade relationships with Israel, and the extensive Hamas network in Turkey involving real estate and financial transactions. They explore Treasury designations, the importance of financial figures, security concerns, and potential scenarios regarding leadership changes in Turkey.

Sinan Ciddi, Director of FDD's Turkey Program, shares his insights on Turkey's complex internal challenges and its evolving international role. He discusses the political turmoil in Turkey, including the implications of opposition figure imprisonments and authoritarian tactics by Erdogan. The conversation also touches on Turkey's shifting relationship with Israel and the geopolitical significance of recent defense developments, like potential F-35 sales, highlighting the intricate dynamics shaping the Middle East.

Sinan Ciddi, Senior Director of FDD's Turkey Program and regional expert on Turkish foreign policy. He maps potential successors to Erdogan and key power players. He outlines Turkey’s long-term military footprint in Syria and risks of a U.S. pullout. He explains Ankara’s expanding bases and influence across Africa and lays out Erdogan’s neo-Ottoman strategic vision.