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Turkey's intertwining of its mega project and its anti-PKK operation improves the chances of success for both elements. But this interconnection can be a double-edged sword if one element fails, it may potentially hinder the success of the other.
Iran has so far avoided direct conflict with Israel or the United States, but the Israeli airstrike in Damascus was an unusually harsh blow, raising fears of a war.