Former U.S. President Donald Trump has asserted he personally prevented Turkey, under President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, from joining a potential conflict on the side of Iran. Trump stated Erdogan was inclined to support Iran due to his disapproval of Israel. He indicated a possible future sale of F-35 fighter jets to Turkey may have been part of the diplomatic efforts. The claims were made during a recent interview, with Trump portraying himself as a key figure in averting a wider regional war. No independent verification of Trump’s account has been provided. The former president described Erdogan as a “great leader” despite their differing views on Israel. This revelation adds another layer to the complex geopolitical dynamics involving the U.S., Turkey, Iran, and Israel.