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Israel Pushes to Block US F-35 Sale to Turkey Citing Regional Security Concerns
Israel is lobbying the US Congress to block the sale of F-35 jets to Turkey, citing security laws and regional risks. Prime Minister Netanyahu warned the sale would destabilize the Middle East, while President Trump and Erdogan indicated the deal might proceed.
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What happened
- 01Israel is lobbying US Congress to block F-35 sale to Turkey based on military edge laws.
- 02Israeli officials demand consultation and compensation if sale proceeds.
- 03Security source calls sale very bad but not catastrophic, citing Turkey's ambitions.
- 04Netanyahu warns sale would disrupt Middle East balance and empower aggressive Turkey.
- 05Trump praises Turkey's loyalty and considers approving the sale.
- 06Erdogan expects promised F-35 deliveries to continue positively after talks.
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