Netanyahu Highlights Israeli Navy's Strength Amid Rising Tensions with Turkey
Amid escalating tensions between Israel and Turkey and a high-profile meeting in Ankara between US President Donald Trump and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu visited the Israeli Navy base in Haifa on Tuesday. During the visit, Netanyahu received an operational briefing from Navy Commander Major General Eyal Harel and spoke with the base's soldiers.
The visit coincides with discussions in Ankara about potentially reinstating Turkey into the F-35 fighter jet program, a move strongly opposed by Israel. Trump told reporters he is not worried about selling the jets to Turkey but noted no final decision has been made.
At the Haifa naval base, Netanyahu praised the navy's capabilities, calling them "impressive." He emphasized the navy's mission to secure Israel's maritime trade routes and freedom of navigation, which he described as vital to the country. Netanyahu expressed confidence in the navy's past achievements and future plans in coordination with other security forces, wishing them great success.
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