The love of money is the root of all evil. (did not say that money is, but the love of.)
Saudi Arabian Oil = Lots of Money
Twice Turkey has destroyed Saudi Arabia. Once with the beheading of the King of SA in Istanbul. Those things are not forgotten soon in the ME.
Syria? Long history of horrible things between Assad and US. Blame whoever you like, there are lots of choices.
I have much shorter view of Syria. I still blame Cornyn, Graham and McCain for lots of misery in Syria.
My interest in it today is for aiding Israel and helping those who would bring stability and normality to Syria. Big order.
As I said, I’m no fan of Erdogan (or, for that matter the brutality of Turkey, Saudi Arabia, etc.), but I stand by my point—what he reportedly said sounds factually correct.