Mohammed Ayoob : Turkey 's minister visits Iran as tensions rise between West , Iran . Ayoob notes Western nations vow stricter sanctions on Iran over nuclear program . Iran vows to close Strait of Hormuz ; he says Turkey caught in the middle of disputes . It could even help ease Western sanctions against Iran , especially the most recent threatening financial transactions with Iran 's Central Bank , which could hurt Turkey 's ability to pay for its energy supply purchases from Iran . Comment:
Mohammed Ayoob : Turkey 's minister visits Iran as tensions rise between West , Iran . Ayoob notes Western nations vow stricter sanctions on Iran over nuclear program . Iran vows to close Strait of Hormuz ; he says Turkey caught in the middle of disputes . Comment: