David Ben Bast, a writer for the Israel-based Maariv newspaper, wrote that Türkiye has become one of NATO's most influential countries due to its military strength, defense industry, strategic location, and role in energy corridors. Ben Bast emphasized that Ankara is a strategic partner that Europe and the US cannot easily do without.
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David Ben Bast, a writer for the Israel-based Maariv newspaper, wrote that Türkiye has become one of NATO's most influential countries due to its military strength, defense industry, strategic location, and role in energy corridors. Ben Bast emphasized that Ankara is a strategic partner that Europe and the US cannot easily do without.