Turkey is set to acquire up to 40 Eurofighter Typhoon fighter jets after signing a preliminary agreement with the United Kingdom and receiving approval from Germany, ending years of negotiation and previous German opposition.
The deal, worth billions, marks a significant upgrade for the Turkish Air Force and signals a warming of diplomatic and defense ties between Turkey and its NATO allies. The agreement was formalized at the International Defence Industry Fair in Istanbul, with both Turkish and British defense ministers in attendance. The move is seen as a strategic step for Turkey to bolster its air power, especially after being excluded from the US-led F-35 program.
The deal has drawn criticism from some quarters, including Israeli opposition figures, who view Turkey's growing military capabilities as a potential regional challenge.
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