27.07.2026 20:00
US President Donald Trump, who came to Ankara for the NATO summit, made a new statement saying they would lift the CAATSA sanctions imposed on Turkey since 2017 and provide F-35 fighter jets. Regarding Israel's opposition to the sale of F-35s to Turkey, Trump said, "Erdogan is my friend. He did a very good job on Syria. Turkey has been a good ally. No one can tell me what we should sell."
US President Donald Trump made a statement about the sale of F-35s to Turkey that will be widely discussed. Speaking about Israel's opposition, Trump said he would make the decision himself.
TRUMP: NO ONE CAN TELL ME WHAT WE SHOULD SELL
Trump's message was clear as he spoke while Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu was en route to the US. Stating that he has good relations with President Erdogan, Trump said, "Erdogan is my friend. He has done a very good job regarding Syria. Turkey has been a good ally. No one can tell me what we should sell. Turkey has a very strong army."
"TURKEY WILL SOON RECEIVE THE F-35S"
Donald Trump, while in Ankara for the NATO summit, had said about the sale of F-35 jets to Turkey: "We will make a decision on this. We have a very good relationship, and I think many people are wondering why we aren't doing this. Turkey is a loyal friend of ours. The F-35 is a great aircraft. And we will definitely consider something on this. They will soon receive the F-35s as well."