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US Signals Possible Reversal on Türkiye's F-35 Ban

July 11, 2026

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Key Takeaways

US President Donald Trump signals possible reversal on F-35 ban for Türkiye.
Trump announces lifting of CAATSA sanctions on Türkiye.
Türkiye's path back to F-35 programme depends on formal compliance review.

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Strategic Implications

This development may indicate a shift in US-Turkish defence relations, potentially strengthening their alliance. The sale of F-35s to Türkiye could alter the regional power balance, which may be met with resistance from other nations, such as Israel and Greece.

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What Happened

Trump Hints at Lifting Sanctions and Selling F-35 Jets to Türkiye

At the 36th NATO Summit in Ankara, US President Donald Trump hinted at reversing the six-year ban on selling F-35 stealth fighter jets to Türkiye. Trump announced the lifting of CAATSA sanctions on Türkiye and expressed consideration for the sale of F-35s. The move has drawn criticism from Israel and Greece, citing concerns over the regional power balance. According to reports from Al Jazeera, Army Recognition, and The Times of Israel, this development signals a warming alliance relationship between the US and Türkiye, but the path forward remains uncertain. This article was first reported by Modern Ghana.

Source | Originally Published: July 11, 2026

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