As if the prevailing complexity throughout the Arab world is not enough, more complex problems are making crisis management nearly impossible. The latest is the break of diplomatic relations between two major countries in the region, namely Turkey and Egypt.
This is an unfortunate development. The ideological differences between the two regimes should not have led to this level of adversity. Turkish President Abdullah Gul made a calming statement: “I hope our relations will again get back on track.” I also hope this can expedite steps for restoring the relations between these two important countries.