Syrian Hmong

[Sociopathicsteelerfan]

Turkey is difficult to deal with at this point.  They're a NATO ally, and until recently were an example of a moderate Islamic nation committed to democratic principles.  Erdogan has changed that and I fear they are moving steadily towards theocratic leanings.  The problem with them is if you alienate them then you drive them into the arms of Russia, who have been actively courting the Turks.  Turkey is hugely important strategically as they are the cork in the Black Sea and they control land access from Europe to the Middle East.  Add in their near pathological hatred of the Kurds (which is returned with equal fervor) and our previous support of the Kurds and it's a delicate situation with no right answer.  Personally, I think the right path at the moment is to continue treating them as an ally and attempt to bring them back into the fold. 

I am curious as to what tactic the detractors in this thread think would be appropriate for Turkey at the present time.