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Turkey's Covert War over Gaza Aid

A covert battle within Turkey's government prevented a potential repeat of the Mavi Marmara disaster, as IHH planned a dangerous aid flotilla to Gaza.

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International RelationsMiddle EastGeopoliticsDiplomacyHumanitarian AidConflict Prevention

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NetanyahuRecep Tayyip ErdoğanAli Barış UlusoyHasan TuranHasan Murad

How did Israel respond to IHH's plans?: Israeli intelligence actively worked with Turkish authorities to prevent the flotilla's departure from Turkish ports, using quiet diplomacy rather than overt threats.
What was the final outcome of the situation?: Ultimately, the flotilla didn't depart from Turkish ports; however, aid was rerouted through Egypt and Jordan to avoid the risk of conflict with Israel.
What was the main conflict described in the article?: The article details a covert struggle within the Turkish government to prevent a potential disaster similar to the Mavi Marmara incident, where an aid flotilla was attacked by Israeli forces.
What extreme request did IHH make to the Turkish government?: IHH officials even requested F-16 protection from Turkey if Israel attacked the flotilla, highlighting the organization's disregard for potential consequences.
What were IHH's plans, and what were the potential consequences?: The IHH, a humanitarian aid organization, planned to send three ships, including one carrying 700 volunteers, to Gaza, despite government warnings of potential danger.

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