Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan has warned that Israel could identify Turkey as its next adversary. In an interview with Turkey’s state news agency Anadolu, Fidan said Israel is a state that cannot sustain itself without an enemy, suggesting that after Iran, Turkey might become its next target. His remarks were reported by Al Jazeera on April 13, 2026.

Fidan also discussed ongoing talks between Iran and the United States, noting that despite Pakistan’s mediation, no agreement has been reached. However, he said both sides remain sincere about achieving a ceasefire. He cautioned that if the nuclear issue, particularly uranium enrichment, becomes an all-or-nothing matter, it could create major complications and stall progress in the negotiations.

According to Fidan, the current situation risks heightening tensions across the Middle East and could push the involved parties toward diplomatic deadlock.