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Türkiye deals on Eurofighter aircraft

Alternative to impasse with USA for F-16 sale

The Turkish government has announced that it has started discussing the possible purchase of 40 Eurofighter Typhoon aircraft with European states. This is a move that comes after the impasse in negotiations with the US for the sale of Lockheed Martin F-16 "Fighting Falcon" aircraft.This is what emerges from a source within the Turkish executive: "The air forces need new aircraft. Our first choice is...

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Ankara, Türkiye, 11/23/2023 12:03
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