‘A Turkish attempt to establish a neo-Ottoman Empire failed (none of their neighbors wanted the Turks back)’
LOL. Don’t tell it to Turks, please.
This writer is too quick to dismiss Turkish aspirations - they are very powerful, and have gained influence with bold moves in Syria, while being ready to make a campaign for the Crimea.
I agree that there are those in Iran who want a new Persian Empire. They and Turkey might wish to carve up Iraq between them.