[grania]

Just checked the map. Turkey has the southern coast of the Black Sea, with easy access into Greece. Russia’s a strong buffer on the north. Ukraine can’t be depended on. To keep access to Europe from Turkey through the Black Sea, you need Russia. Who stops an ISIS with access to both the Med and the Black Sea?

[Straight Vermonter]

Turkey already is in Europe. They share a border with Greece and Bulgaria. The Black Sea doesn't really come into play. That said, the point about Russia is correct. They regard the Balkan Slavs as little brothers that they will protect. See World War I.

If Turkey is allowed to become a member of the EU, however, then Europe is likely lost anyway.

[ROCKLOBSTER]

Who stops an ISIS with access to both the Med and the Black Sea?

Well, if they're in boats, somebody with fighter jets.