The Israeli military bombed an airbase in Syria, far from the Israeli border, sparking condemnation not only from Syria, but also Turkey and the Trump administration. U.S. Ambassador to Turkey Tom Barrack accused Israel of an “unnecessary escalation that does not advance regional stability.” Nick Schifrin spoke with Barrack to discuss the tensions.

Turkey slams Israel for trying to 'legitimize unlawful airstrikes' after Jerusalem accused it of planning deployment; IDF chief in Syria: Israel won't allow 'hostile forces' along…

With Israeli elections approaching, analysts say Netanyahu needs a new escalation, undermining deconfliction efforts.