Greece says US selling F-35s to Erdogan is concerning, demands security guarantees from Ankara

Athens signals F-35 concerns to Washington

Greece is conveying its concerns to the US over the potential return of Turkey to the F-35 fighter jet program, while emphasizing that weapons sold to one ally should not be used against another, according to senior diplomatic sources.

Athens is keeping its expectations low regarding the F-35s and U.S. sanctions against Turkey, with Congress and Israel key to the equation

The Greek government is closely monitoring developments in Ankara with composure, while acknowledging that President Donald Trump appears intent on accommodating Recep Tayyip Erdoğan in some way, following the grand welcome the Turkish leader extended to him. The post Athens is keeping its expectations low regarding the F-35s and U.S. sanctions against Turkey, with Congress and Israel key to the equation appeared first on ProtoThema English.

Turkish president warns of efforts to undermine US-Iran deal

Turkish president warns of efforts to undermine US-Iran deal Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has told his Iranian counterpart, Masoud Pezeshkian, that Ankara welcomes the agreement between the United States and Iran aimed at ending the US-Israeli war on Iran. During a phone call, Erdogan said it was important to remain vigilant against any attempts to undermine the negotiations, according to the Turkish presidency. He also told Pezeshkian that Türkiye was ready to provide any support needed to help ensure the success of the diplomatic process.

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US opens door for Turkey’s return to F-35 stealth jet programme – but Israel’s not happy

The United States is set to resume military sales to Turkey, Nato’s second-largest military power, after President Donald Trump said sanctions imposed against Ankara over its procurement of Russian air defence systems seven years ago would soon be lifted. “We don’t want to sanction friends,” Trump told journalists at the Nato summit in the Turkish capital on Wednesday, while emphasising his “good chemistry” with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan. Trump further said he would soon take a final...

Greek PM mute on new fighter jets for Türkiye but claims threat of war

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis avoided direct comment on the reinstatement of F-35 fighter jet sales to Türkiye by the U.S. but urged NATO to be sensitive to an “open thr...

Exclusive-Turkey says NATO adjusting to security landscape, US not withdrawing

By Tuvan GumrukcuANKARA, June 30 (Reuters) - NATO is adjusting to a shifting security landscape and the United States is not seeking to leave the alliance, Turkish Defence Minister Yasar Guler told Reuters ahead of a NATO summit in Ankara next week.Turkey will host 32 NATO leaders, as well as officials from the Gulf and Asia-Pacific region, on July 7-8, amid tensions within the alliance over burden-sharing, defence spending, and U.S. complaints about allies' lack of involvement in re-opening the Strait of Hormuz.

Turkiye's Ownership of Russian S-400 Air Defense Systems Not Obstacle to F-35's Sale -Trump

WASHINGTON (Sputnik) - US President Donald Trump on Tuesday said that Turkiye's ownership of Russian S-400 air defense systems are not a source of concern amid renewed interest in the potential sale of US-made F-35 fighter jets to Ankara.

Trumps flirting with Trkiye is making Israel uneasy

The US presidents warmth toward Ankara is rattling West Jerusalem, but the real test is whether F-35s and engine deals ever make it through CongressThere's a real love-triangle dynamic playing out right now between the US, Türkiye, and Israel.Donald Trump is going out of his way to be seen embracing Recep Tayyip Erdogan, talking up sanctions relief and reopening the door on F-35 fighter j

Ankara summit should mark 'delivery and implementation' for NATO, says Mark Rutte

Europe's security should remain broad, transatlantic stretching 'from California up to and including Ankara': NATO chief Rutte

Why Israel's Netanyahu is irked with US signalling sale of F-35s to Turkey | EXPLAINED

The United States (US) has signalled selling the fifth generation F-35 fighter aircraft to Türkiye after President Donald Trump said earlier this week that Washington would lift sanctions on Ankara. The remarks were made by the 80-year-old Republican leader during his visit to Türkiye where he received a warm welcome by his Turkish counterpart Tayyip Erdogan.

Turkiye seeks end to CAATSA sanctions, expects progress on F-35 program, FM Hakan Fidan Says

Turkiye believes sanctions and restrictions have largely fallen off the agenda in its relations with the United States and European countries, although several key issues—including CAATSA sanctions and Ankara's participation in the F-35 fighter jet program—remain unresolved, AzerNEWS reports, citing Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, as he said in an interview with TRT Haber.

KZT: Less support from state FX flows warrants attention

COMMONWEALTH OF INDEPENDENT STATES: Kazakhstan will abolish the requirement for quasi-state companies to sell 50 of their FX export proceeds from this week. The fundamental impact of this measure is likely to be limited, but the broader trend of declining state support for the tenge is more important, favouring our view on limited scope for appreciation under current global assumptions

Inside ETFs: Congress members 'should not be investing in stocks'

US lawmakers remain free to trade stocks despite bipartisan proposals to ban it. Such trading poses a conflict of interest, according to Dan Weiskopf of Tidal Financial, who manages ETFs based on lawmakers' trades. #News #Reuters #Newsfeed #markets #trading #stocks 👉 Subscribe: https://reut.rs/4b8fRGn Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters.com/ Follow Reuters on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on X: https://twitter.com/Reuters Follow Reuters on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reuters/?hl=en

Trump in Ankara und die neue Nato-Provokation

Der NATO-Gipfel in Ankara wird von einem schlecht gelaunten Donald Trump überschattet, der alte Grönland-Forderungen auspackt und Drohungen alle US-Truppen aus Europa abzuziehen. Gordon Repinski berichtet aus der Türkei, wie Friedrich Merz versucht, den unberechenbaren US-Präsidenten zu besänftigen. Auch das heutige Treffen zwischen Trump und Wolodymyr Selenskyj steht unter äußerst angespannten Vorzeichen, berichtet Hans von []

Trump praises Erdogan as 'very good ally,' signals openness to Turkey F-35 sale

At NATO summit in Ankara, U.S. president praises Turkish leader as a 'very good ally' and says Turkey stayed out of Iran war. Trump also announces move to rescind Syria's terror designation, while Erdogan says Israeli opposition to F-35 sale 'has no place in my world'

Europe is building the Nato Trump wanted – at its own cost

The US President arrives in Turkey to a Nato in the process of changing. Whether he likes what he see remains to be seen

Trump should never trust Erdogan again

As President Donald Trump arrives in Ankara for the NATO summit, Turkey is once again presenting itself as an indispensable ally deserving of Washington’s trust. The timing is no accident. Reports that the administration may ease sanctions, reopen defense cooperation, and explore a path for Turkey’s return to advanced U.S. weapons programs have created new []

Certain US priorities in G20 align with Russia’s interests — Russian sherpa

The principle of technological neutrality and the importance of ensuring supply stability remain priorities for the US side, Denis Agafonov noted

US tries to convince allies not to fear an Iran deal | DW News

Secretary of State Marco Rubio has told Gulf allies the US wants a deal with Iran, but not at any price. Countries like the UAE, Bahrain and Kuwait came under Iranian attack during the US-Israeli war, and now they fear the peace deal being negotiated won’t protect their interests. #usa #marcorubio #iran #uae #bahrain #kuweit #dwcurrentaffairs For more news go to: http://www.dw.com/en/ Follow DW on social media: ►Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dwnews ►TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dwnews ►Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deutschewellenews/ ►Twitter: https://twitter.com/dwnews Für Videos in deutscher Sprache besuchen Sie: https://www.youtube.com/dwdeutsch Subscribe: https://www.youtube.com/user/deutschewelleenglish?sub_confirmation=1

Fidan says Israeli policies threaten international security, obstruct Syria’s stability

Ankara, July 10 (SANA) Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said the policies pursued by the current Israeli government pose a direct threat to the region and international security, while warning against attempts to obstruct Syria’s progress and stability. In an interview with “The National” following the NATO summit in Ankara, Fidan said Türkiye is “not []

Trump's coming fight with Congress, allies over Turkey

Welcome to The Hill's Defense NatSec newsletter {beacon} Defense National Security Defense National Security The Big Story Trump's coming fight with Congress, allies over Turkey President Trump is setting up a fight with Congress and regional allies over his announcement Tuesday that he will remove sanctions on Turkey and potentially welcome Ankara back...

Tehran gets temporary relief as US waives sanctions on Iranian oil till August 21

The United States has temporarily opened the door to Iranian oil sales and dollar-denominated payments, marking the first major sanctions relief for Tehran since President Donald Trump reimposed sweeping curbs in 2018. The US Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has issued General Licence X, authorising transactions related to the production, sale, transportation []

Nato chief Rutte tries to ease tensions over Iran with Trump

Nato allies that are staying out of the Iran conflict. His White House visit comes ahead of Trump's trip to Ankara for the Nato summit. This as Washington and Tehran continue to send mixed messages about the terms of a lasting ceasefire, while Secretary of State Marco Rubio reassures Gulf nations of US security commitments.. Matilda Mothoatlhaga reports.

Turkey eyes F110 fighter jet engines

ISTANBUL: US President Donald Trump’s visit to Ankara for the NATO summit could help secure Turkey’s acquisition of dozens of fighter jet engines, but won’t resolve the F-35 disput...

Politicial scientist Alexandra de Hoop Scheffer: 'Washington is pursuing a strategy of strategic saturation'

According to the president of the German Marshall Fund, the US, who is engaged on multiple fronts, is renegotiating the transatlantic contract unilaterally by pressuring its European allies to take responsibility for their own security. This 'burden shifting' challenges Europe to coordinate the organization of its defense industries.

Russia in talks with Turkiye over resale of S-400 system to Gulf states

Washington has insisted that removing the Russian-made air defenses is a key condition for any sale of F-35 fighter jets to Ankara

Trump's F-35 offer to Turkey alarms Greece, Athens warns of Aegean military imbalance

Although Greek officials are not commenting publicly on the potential F-35 deal, Greek reporter Vassilis Nedos said Athens has repeatedly communicated its concerns to successive US administrations.

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— The US will lift sanctions against Turkey, Trump announced.Regarding the sanctions imposed due to the purchase of S-400 systems, Trump has no concerns about Turkey's purchase of Russian air defense systems.@Intelslava

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