The proposed deal, confirmed through internal documentation, faces resistance from US lawmakers critical of Turkey’s 2019 decision to procure Russian-made missile systems. While these objections highlight a persistent strain in bilateral relations, the administration’s intent to move forward signals a priority on regional security cooperation over previous legislative hurdles.
No formal statement has been issued by the State Department regarding the sale. The move serves as a high-stakes diplomatic gesture, testing whether the administration can navigate congressional dissent to secure a firmer partnership with Ankara ahead of the critical alliance meetings.
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