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Turkey Mediates as U.S. Contemplates Airstrikes on Iran

2/2/2026

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The United States, under U.S. President Donald Trump, considers airstrikes against Iran.
Turkey seeks to prevent intervention by mediating between Iran and the United States.
Turkey's stance reflects concerns about regional instability and a U.S. strike triggering refugee flows toward Turkey.
Turkey hosts the largest number of refugees globally, and President Recep Tayyip Erdogan faces voter pressure against new migrants, even with EU aid.

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Story summary

The United States, under U.S. President Donald Trump, considers airstrikes against Iran.
Turkey seeks to prevent intervention by mediating between Iran and the United States.
Turkey's stance reflects concerns about regional instability and a U.S. strike triggering refugee flows toward Turkey.
Turkey hosts the largest number of refugees globally, and President Recep Tayyip Erdogan faces voter pressure against new migrants, even with EU aid.