07/09/2026
Erdoğan: “War Bill Started by Israel Is Being Paid by Everyone”
➡️ Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said the economic and security costs of the regional war are not being borne only by Iran or Gulf states, but are increasingly affecting countries worldwide.
➡️ Erdoğan linked the conflict to higher energy prices and disruption around the Strait of Hormuz, warning that the impact extends beyond the immediate battlefield.
➡️ He argued that continued instability around the strategic waterway could place further pressure on global energy markets and economies.
➡️ The remarks came as Turkey reviewed the wider regional conflict and its consequences for security, energy and economic stability.
➡️ Erdoğan’s comments reflect Ankara’s broader call for de-escalation while placing responsibility for the current regional crisis on Israel.
➡️ The attribution of responsibility is Erdoğan’s political position; Israel has rejected such characterisations and says its military actions are aimed at addressing security threats.
Source: Al Jazeera / Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan