“Former US Senator Jeff Flake: Turkey’s Stronger Ties to Eastern Mediterranean and NATO Set to Boost Trade and Investment”
Turkey’s cooperation with the US is at an all-time high, contributing to increased trade and investment in the Eastern Mediterranean. Former US Senator Jeff Flake fully supports Turkey’s expansion of NATO and its entry into the region, despite Russia’s ties. US-Turkey military exercises have been beneficial and will continue regardless of the US election results.
“USA Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense Visits Ankara to Tackle Security and Terrorism Financing Issues”
Elizabeth Richard, Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense, will discuss security & terrorist financing in Ankara. Cooperation between Turkey & the US is the basis for her visit. Talks with Turkish officials will focus on countering terrorist activities, financing, and support in conflict zones. Turkish President Erdogan is also part of the discussion.
“Russian and Turkish Ambassadors Discuss Peaceful Resolution of Nagorno-Karabakh Conflict and Bilateral Cooperation”
Russian Ambassador to Armenia, Mikhail Galuzin, discusses Nagorno-Karabakh conflict & cooperation with Turkish counterpart Burak Akçapar in Ankara. Parties emphasize the importance of US-Russia meeting to resolve the conflict & stabilize the region. De-escalation of tensions in South Caucasus and cooperation in Central Asia also discussed. Dialogue to continue on Russian-Turkish relations and global issues.
“Germany Bans Sale of Eurofighter Jets to Turkey Amid Concerns over Syria Operations and Eastern Mediterranean Activities”
Germany reportedly banning sale of Eurofighter to Turkey due to concerns about Ankara’s military operations in Syria and involvement in Eastern Mediterranean gas drilling. Germany has criticized Turkey’s actions before, freezing tank upgrades and halting tank sales. Turkey had planned to purchase 40 Eurofighter jets. London and Madrid are supporting Turkey’s pursuit.