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By Ben Avrahami Jerusalem has long been a magnet for foreign entities seeking to erode Israeli sovereignty, but Turkey’s recent conduct has shattered every established norm of diplomacy. While Israel navigates complex security challenges, a foreign mission is operating in the Shimon HaTzadik neighborhood with the explicit goal of undermining its host nation. The Turkish Consulate General does not function as a standard diplomatic outpost to Israel; instead, it serves as a de

By Ran Ichay For years, President Erdogan has orchestrated a quiet, calculated campaign in East Jerusalem through what is known as "Soft Power." Utilizing a sophisticated network of NGOs—most notably the government aid agency TIKA—Ankara is flooding the city with capital. TIKA is no mere charity; it operates under the direct auspices of the Turkish Presidency, with its leadership personally appointed by Erdogan. On the surface, these projects appear to be benign humanitarian