West Embraces Erdogan Despite Rising Tensions With Israel Over F-35 and Nuclear Deals
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First reported by Globes · 9 hours ago
What happened
Ahead of the NATO 2026 summit in Ankara, Western countries are strengthening military and nuclear ties with Turkey despite Erdogan's hostile rhetoric toward Israel. The U.S. faces congressional opposition to selling F-35 jets to Turkey but plans to sell advanced engines instead. Canada and European nations are also deepening cooperation with Turkey in nuclear energy and defense, while Turkey's role in managing refugee flows remains crucial to the EU. Israel fears losing its regional air superiority amid these developments.
- 01The U.S. considers selling F-35 jets to Turkey despite strong congressional opposition.
- 02Washington plans a $700 million sale of advanced aircraft engines to support Turkey's fighter jet program.
- 03Canada proposes a major nuclear cooperation deal with Turkey, reversing previous export restrictions.
- 04Turkey deepens defense ties with Italy and the UK, including a $10.7 billion Eurofighter Typhoon deal.
- 05The EU views Turkey as a key partner in security and migration, despite tensions with Israel.
- 06Israel fears losing air superiority if Turkey acquires advanced Western military technology.
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