06.04.2026 14:35
Political analyst Yiannos Charalambidis in Greece reported the words of Israeli diplomats saying, "We do not want to go to war with Turkey," implying that "Even Netanyahu is wary of Erdoğan," which created tension in the studio.
The program broadcasted on Vergina TV, based in Greece, caused tension in the studio with discussions about Turkey's military power and defense industry.
TENSION ROSE DURING LIVE BROADCAST
In the program "We Comment on Current Issues," Turkey's defense capacity was discussed. Political analyst Dr. Yiannos Charalambides drew attention to Turkey's domestic production power, to which the host reacted sharply, and the debate quickly escalated. Charalambides stated that Turkey has built a strong military infrastructure over the last 20 years, saying, "Turkey is not a new Iran; it is a much larger power."
"WE DO NOT WANT TO GO TO WAR WITH TURKEY"
The analyst's words, based on Israeli diplomats, "We do not want to go to war with Turkey," further increased the tension in the studio. Charalambides, who argued that Turkey has proven itself on the ground, said, "High-ranking military officials and diplomats I spoke to in Israel clearly tell me: 'We do not want to go to war with Turkey because we are afraid of Turkey. The administration is afraid.' Turkey is not a power like Iran. It is a real power that has repeatedly proven it can fight and win on the battlefield. Do not underestimate Turkey."
STRIKING WORDS FROM GREEK GENERAL
Greek Major General Yannis Baltzois, who was involved in the discussion, tried to calm the atmosphere while highlighting Turkey's military strength. Baltzois stated, "Let us not underestimate Turkey; it is an important country with a very large army. Most importantly, they have a tremendous arms industry that we do not possess."