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Trump, Putin, War Rhetoric, and Erdogan in the Background

Published January 11, 2026, 13:12
Trump, Putin, War Rhetoric, and Erdogan in the Background

The new year has begun with increased geopolitical tension, with the military attack in Venezuela marking a new approach to resolving disputes, where international law is violated. In Iran, protests are challenging the theocratic regime, while Trump's insistence on buying Greenland is creating conflict with Europe. The Trump-Putin relationship appears to be changing, with the hope that Trump will support Ukraine. The situation in the Mediterranean region is fragile, with the possibility of new conflicts in Gaza and Lebanon, as well as a potential Israeli attack on Iran. Turkey continues to threaten Greece and Cyprus, with particular emphasis on Cyprus and its president, Nikos Christodoulides, due to his initiatives with other countries in the region. Analysts close to the Erdogan regime are launching personal attacks against the Cypriot president. Overall, the scene is full of tensions and unpredictable developments, with Greece and Cyprus closely monitoring events, but not expected to be directly involved in military operations. The main concern remains the continued threat from Turkey.