Turkish border town braces for possible influx of Iranian refugee

Residents in a Turkish border town have expressed mixed feelings towards an influx of Iranian refugees triggered by escalated conflicts, with some fearing strained resources, while others prepare to accommodate those fleeing westward.

On Turkiye’s eastern edge, the border town of Dogubayazit is watching events across the frontier with growing anxiety. Just 20 kilometers from Iran, residents here fear they may soon be on the front lines…