Fidan climaxes optimism on CAATSA after Erdoğan–Trump talks
Minister Fidan said that two leaders have positive approach on overcoming CAATSA-related problems, expressing optimism about resolving bilateral issues.
Fidan News
Air
Bilateral Relations
Unmanned Systems
Engine and Transmission
Air
Bilateral Relations
Turkiye Pivots Towards F-35s, Slows F-16 Deal with the US
Turkish Air Force to form its future with stealth jets. Ankara may reroute $1.4bn F-16 payment to F-35 programme if readmitted under Trump administration.
Air
Bilateral Relations
Fidan and Rubio Meet in US to Discuss Syria and Sanctions
Turkish MFA Fidan and US Secretary Rubio met in DC to discuss Syria, CAATSA sanctions, Turkiye's return to the F-35 program, Ukraine peace initiatives.
Air
Weapon / Missile
Bilateral Relations
Fidan Visits US to Discuss CAATSA Sanctions and F-35 Return
After years of tension, Minister Fidan visits Washington to address easing CAATSA restrictions and revitalising Türkiye’s involvement in the F-35 development.
Defence Politics
Fidan Calls Europe for Closer Relations in Defence Structure
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan told FT stated that Türkiye would want to be part of any new European security architecture if NATO were to unravel.
Bilateral Relations
Turkish Minister and US Secretary met in Munich
Turkish Foreign Minister Fidan and US Secretary Rubio held their first face-to-face meeting on the sidelines of the Munich Security Conference.
Bilateral Relations
Turkish MFA: Norway Lifts Defence Industry Embargo
The Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MFA) announced that Norway has lifted its military embargo on Turkiye.
Bilateral Relations
Regional / Strategy
Turkiye Holds Critical Meetings with Niger
Turkiye’s and Niger’s delegations met in Niamey in Joint Working Meeting to discuss bilateral relations and development in the Sahel region.
