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Can F-16 sales overcome Türkiye-US disputes?
| OpinionFollowing Türkiye’s ratification of Sweden’s NATO membership in the Turkish Parliament, the U.S. State Department notified …
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OpinionCan F-16 sales overcome Türkiye-US disputes?
By Murat YeşiltaşFollowing Türkiye’s ratification of Sweden’s NATO membership in the Turkish Parliament, the U.S. State Department notified Congress of a $23 billion (TL 698.52 billion) sale of fighter jets to Türkiye and an $8.6 billion sale of advanced F-35 fighter jets to Greece, another ally in the NATO. The sale to Türkiye includes 40 Lockheed Martin F-16s and equipment to modernize the existing fleet of 79 F-16s. Greece will receive 40 F-35 Lightning II Joint Strike Fighters and related equipment.
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OpinionIs the Menendez scandal an opportunity for Turkish-American relations?
By Kadir ÜstünThe political dynamics within the American Congress and the activities of lobbying groups have long been significant factors negatively impacting Turkish-American relations. Since the 1970s, Congress has constrained the broad authority of the White House in foreign policy, leading to decisions against Türkiye on issues such as Cyprus and Armenia. In recent years, Congress has extended its influence into areas like Syria and defense cooperation.
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OpinionF-16 sale to Türkiye: can US ‘goodwill’ message break the impasse?
By Kadir ÜstünThe Biden administration has taken a symbolic yet significant step regarding the F-16 issue.
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Experts Respond: Erdoğan-Biden Meeting and Its Impact on Turkey-U.S....
By Nurşin Ateşoğlu Güney By Talha Köse By Bora Bayraktar By Aylin Ünver Noi By Gloria Shkurti Özdemir By Mehmet Akif KireçciSETA reached out to experts for their opinions on Erdoğan-Biden meeting and its repercussions on the future of bilateral relations.
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US focus on Pacific calls for reassessment in Turkey...
By Burhanettin DuranThere is a heightened interest in Turkey-United States relations. Journalists have been commenting on the meaning of Ankara’s proposal to 'expand and modernize' its fleet of F-16 fighter jets. Some say the Turkish offer put the Biden administration in a difficult spot, while others view the same development as 'a fresh opportunity.'
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Erdoğan-Biden’s NATO talks were good, but now what?
By Kılıç Buğra KanatIt was clear that there was a positive atmosphere in the speeches made at the NATO summit, but will the positive atmosphere captured at the meeting continue in the next period for Turkey-U.S. relations?
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The impact of Biden’s 1915 decision on Turkey-US ties
By Burhanettin DuranOne thing is clear: The relationship between Ankara and Washington gradually evolve from the constraints of a traditional alliance. A new modus operandi emerges, which brings together adversity, competition and cooperation.
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EU lacks common approach on Russia
By SETAAnalysts say Russia has no interest in building constructive relations with EU, strained ties business as usual for Kremlin