Tom Barrack, the U.S. Ambassador to Ankara and Special Envoy for Syria, has emphasized Turkey's pivotal role in reshaping the Middle East amid ongoing regional conflicts. Barrack highlighted that Turkey is central to a regional reset and a new path to peace, particularly in the context of the Iran-Israel war. He noted that Israel is undergoing a process of redefinition and that strong personal ties between U.S. and Turkish leaders have helped rebuild trust. Barrack also expressed optimism about a potential ceasefire in Gaza in the near future, calling peace agreements with Israel essential for Syria and Lebanon following the conflict. He reaffirmed Turkey's status as a key NATO ally and underscored its importance in the evolving geopolitical landscape of the Middle East.