The impact of u.s.a role on Iraqi- Turkish relations

Abstract

Turkey is considered one of the major players in the Middle East region, particularly during the Cold War and after, according to certain data and many elements that qualify it to play its role and then strengthen its position based on reinforcing its relations with Arabs on one hand, and strengthen its relationship with the international powers on the other hand. So, there are many important strategic issues that affect the nature of Iraqi - Turkish relations, and one of these issues is water. By using water policy, Turkey aims to achieve economic and political gains toward both Iraq and Syria. While the other issue is the Kurdish issue which affects Iraqi-Turkish relations for many years, and often leads to a conflict between the two sides. The Turkish efforts that seek to create effective regional role had many pillars, mainly its alliance with the United States and its position in the Islamic world in the Middle East and Central Asia. This regional domination comes from political, economic, and military elements that strengthen this alliance, and hence to achieve the interests of both sides. As a result, Iraqi - Turkish relations will be affected by the strategic interests of each player, as well as the influence of the United States of America on both sides.