Report: Erdoğan calls for Turkish return into U.S.-led F-35 program
President Erdoğan said, 'Turkey's receipt of the F-35 aircraft for which it has already paid,' adding that its reintegration is 'important' for NATO's defense. Israeli officials fear that the acquisition could erode Israel's long-standing qualitative military edge in the region
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President Erdoğan said, 'Turkey's receipt of the F-35 aircraft for which it has already paid,' adding that its reintegration is 'important' for NATO's defense. Israeli officials fear that the acquisition could erode Israel's long-standing qualitative military edge in the region
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05:27 PM • January 05 2026 IST
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has reportedly called on U.S. President Donald Trump to allow Turkey back into the U.S.-led F-35 fighter jet program, framing the move as crucial for NATO's security and a reset in strained bilateral ties.
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