Iran–Turkey relations are the bilateral relations between the Islamic Republic of Iran and the Republic of Turkey. The two states' relationship is complex and characterized by periods of both tension and cooperation, as both Iran and Turkey are fighting for influence in the Middle East through supporting opposing proxies as part of a proxy ...

The Iran–Turkey proxy conflict refers to the regional rivalry between Iran and Turkey in the Middle East, mainly during armed conflicts and struggles for influence. History. The conflict has its roots in a period of tense relations between Iran and Turkey of after the Iranian Revolution.

Jan 23, 2025 · Both countries have long had a strategic position in the region. Iran is an "energy corridor," and Turkey, a crucial bridge linking Asia and central Europe.Their relations have evolved and declined in terms of trust and quality since Iran's 1979 revolution, with Turkey taking advantage of Iran's diplomatic and economic isolation in the region and beyond.

2 days ago · Turkey has continued to attack SDF positions east of Qara Qozak Bridge since CTP-ISW's last data cutoff on January 27. Turkish aircraft struck SDF targets in at least five locations on the east bank of the Euphrates River, including a market in Sarrin.[28] Turkey also conducted strikes targeting the SDF west of Tishreen Dam on January 28.[29]

Dec 12, 2024 · On Wednesday, Iran's Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, delivered a veiled critique of Turkey, accusing an unnamed "neighboring country" of conspiring with the US and Israel to topple...

Jan 24, 2024 · Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan said he and Iranian counterpart Ebrahim Raisi agreed at a meeting on Wednesday on the need to avoid steps that could further threaten Middle East...

Jan 24, 2024 · Turkey’s President Recep Tayyip Erdogan says he and his Iranian counterpart have agreed to avoid steps that could threaten Middle East stability, during a visit to Ankara by Iran’s...

Mar 14, 2024 · Iran and Türkiye both oppose any regional spillover of the war on Gaza, but sources of friction remain as the two states are motivated by diverging interests.

Jan 24, 2024 · Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi flew to Turkey on Wednesday for twice-delayed talks aimed at ironing out past differences between the two neighbours and trying to halt the spread of the...

Sep 25, 2023 · As Iran seeks to shore up its regional influence and mend its adversarial relationship with Turkey, it is troubled by its growing inability to address the presence of a hostile Azerbaijan on its northern border.