Difficulties controlling Turkey-Syria border

The video discusses the Turkish military's efforts to prevent foreign fighters from joining the Islamic State by patrolling the Syrian border and constructing physical barriers. It highlights the use of surveillance techniques at Turkish airports to identify potential threats among tourists. The video also covers cases of interrogation and deportation of individuals attempting to enter Turkey illegally. Despite these efforts, Turkish authorities emphasize the need for global cooperation and improved intelligence sharing to effectively address the issue.

What is the primary focus of the Turkish military along the Syrian border?

• Constructing new roads

• Preventing foreign fighters from joining the Islamic State

• Building new military bases

• Training local militias

How do Turkish authorities monitor potential threats at airports?

• By conducting random searches

• By using risk analysis centers and discreet surveillance

• By interviewing all tourists

• By checking only local travelers

What happened to the Swedish citizen who flew to Turkey from Denmark?

• He was deported immediately

• He was granted entry without any issues

• His military-style uniforms and equipment were confiscated

• He was arrested for carrying illegal substances

What do Turkish authorities believe is necessary to prevent foreign fighters from reaching the Islamic State?

• Improving international intelligence sharing

• Reducing the number of tourists

• Increasing military presence at the border

• Building more physical barriers

What is the Turkish position on handling the flow of foreign fighters?

• They should increase tourist visas

• They should close all borders

• They need global cooperation

• They can manage it alone