Türkiye Seeks Removal of US Defense Sanctions, Restrictions
(MENAFN) Türkiye is calling on the United States to remove sanctions imposed under the Countering America’s Adversaries Through Sanctions Act (CAATSA) and eliminate all direct and indirect restrictions affecting its defense industry, as negotiations continue over the delivery of six F-35 fighter jets manufactured for the country.
Turkish National Defense Ministry spokesperson Zeki Akturk reiterated Ankara’s position on Thursday while responding to questions from reporters following the ministry’s weekly briefing.
“As we have said before, our expectation is the lifting of CAATSA sanctions, which are incompatible with the spirit of alliance, and all direct or indirect restrictions on our defense industry,” Akturk said.
The ministry confirmed that discussions with American officials remain ongoing and expressed hope that the negotiations would produce a positive outcome consistent with the countries’ alliance relationship and shared interests.
The dispute over defense restrictions remains an issue in bilateral relations, with Ankara seeking greater access to defense equipment and the removal of measures affecting its domestic military industry. The ongoing contacts are aimed at addressing these issues while maintaining cooperation between the two NATO allies.
Türkiye’s Potential Military Contribution to Saudi Arabia
The Turkish Defense Ministry also addressed the possibility of deploying Turkish military personnel to Saudi Arabia under the newly established Mecca Defense Alliance.
Akturk said any potential Turkish contribution would be determined in accordance with the country’s Constitution and applicable legislation, emphasizing that the deployment of armed forces abroad must follow the required legal procedures.
The agreement, signed in August by Türkiye, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan, must first receive approval from the Turkish parliament. The necessary authorizations for sending Turkish Armed Forces personnel outside the country would also have to be completed before any deployment could proceed.
According to Akturk, the scale and nature of Türkiye’s potential involvement would depend on several factors, including Saudi Arabia’s requirements and requests, developments on the ground and the operational needs of the proposed cooperation.
Relevant Turkish authorities would assess these considerations before the participating countries reached an agreement on any military contribution, he said.
The ministry’s statements highlight two areas of Türkiye’s defense policy: its efforts to resolve restrictions affecting its defense industry through negotiations with Washington and its consideration of potential military cooperation with regional partners under established legal and operational frameworks.
Turkish National Defense Ministry spokesperson Zeki Akturk reiterated Ankara’s position on Thursday while responding to questions from reporters following the ministry’s weekly briefing.
“As we have said before, our expectation is the lifting of CAATSA sanctions, which are incompatible with the spirit of alliance, and all direct or indirect restrictions on our defense industry,” Akturk said.
The ministry confirmed that discussions with American officials remain ongoing and expressed hope that the negotiations would produce a positive outcome consistent with the countries’ alliance relationship and shared interests.
The dispute over defense restrictions remains an issue in bilateral relations, with Ankara seeking greater access to defense equipment and the removal of measures affecting its domestic military industry. The ongoing contacts are aimed at addressing these issues while maintaining cooperation between the two NATO allies.
Türkiye’s Potential Military Contribution to Saudi Arabia
The Turkish Defense Ministry also addressed the possibility of deploying Turkish military personnel to Saudi Arabia under the newly established Mecca Defense Alliance.
Akturk said any potential Turkish contribution would be determined in accordance with the country’s Constitution and applicable legislation, emphasizing that the deployment of armed forces abroad must follow the required legal procedures.
The agreement, signed in August by Türkiye, Saudi Arabia and Pakistan, must first receive approval from the Turkish parliament. The necessary authorizations for sending Turkish Armed Forces personnel outside the country would also have to be completed before any deployment could proceed.
According to Akturk, the scale and nature of Türkiye’s potential involvement would depend on several factors, including Saudi Arabia’s requirements and requests, developments on the ground and the operational needs of the proposed cooperation.
Relevant Turkish authorities would assess these considerations before the participating countries reached an agreement on any military contribution, he said.
The ministry’s statements highlight two areas of Türkiye’s defense policy: its efforts to resolve restrictions affecting its defense industry through negotiations with Washington and its consideration of potential military cooperation with regional partners under established legal and operational frameworks.
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