Erdogan Warns the World: “Leash the Rabid Dog”; Turkey’s Patience Nears Breaking Point
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has issued a stern and aggressive warning to the international community during a meeting with senior officials from his party, the AKP, ramping up his confrontational rhetoric.
Weezha Roz-Ankara-Emphasizing the “endless patience of the Turkish people,” Erdogan warned that Turkey’s tolerance is on the verge of reaching its breaking point, and any further provocation could lead to uncontrollable consequences.
“The patience of the Turkish people has limits! If we reach the brink of collapse, no power in the world can stop us. Then, we will go all-in, without restraint, until our last breath.”
Erdogan urged the international community to “leash the rabid dog” immediately, stating, “History has proven that the sons of the conquerors (referring to the Ottoman Empire) always surprise the enemy with unexpected tactics.”
He further warned that what others assume Turkey does not possess could lead to catastrophic miscalculations for human civilization. “Do not challenge our borders!”
These sharp remarks from Erdogan come amid rising tensions between Turkey and its neighbors, particularly in relation to its involvement in Syria, maritime disputes with Greece, and indirect confrontations with certain Western powers.
Experts believe that Erdogan’s remarks may serve three objectives:
1. To strengthen nationalist support within Turkey ahead of upcoming local elections.
2. To send a warning message to NATO and the European Union regarding military sanctions and restrictions against Ankara.
3. To revive the discourse of the Ottoman Empire, bolstering Turkey’s position as a regional power.
Although no official responses have been issued from the targeted countries, diplomatic sources in Brussels have told media that “this aggressive language is likely to raise concerns about regional stability.”
On the other hand, some analysts interpret Erdogan’s reference to the “rabid dog” as a veiled message aimed at the Kurds in Syria or Greece.
By leaning on historical and nationalist rhetoric, Erdogan continues to present himself as an unwavering leader.
However, the big question remains: Is this an ultimatum for negotiations, or a prelude to military action that will put the West in a “catastrophic miscalculation”?
Weezha Roz
