Trump-Erdogan ties are propelling F-35 talks with once-banned partnerDuring Donald Trump’s first term, the U.S. removed NATO ally Turkey from the fighter program after Turkey purchased an air defense system from Russia.By AP Staff6 weeks ago
Turkey’s president says he will back Finland’s NATO bidTurkey, Finland and Sweden signed an agreement in June of last year to resolve differences over the Nordic states’ membership.3 years ago
US military resumes joint patrols in north SyriaU.S. officials had said the patrols that resumed Saturday are not to counter Islamic State group militants.3 years ago
US military halts patrols against Islamic State in SyriaTurkish threats of a ground invasion have stymied the missions with Kurdish forces.By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press3 years ago
US holds fire on reports of Turkey’s second S-400 shipment The U.S. warned against further engagement with Russia’s defense sector amid reports Turkey will move forward with a second S-400 batch.By Bryant Harris, Joe Gould and Burak Ege Bekdil3 years ago
US-backed Syrian Kurds to turn to Damascus if Turkey attacksThe YPG, a backbone of the SDF, has led the fight against the militants of the extremist Islamic State group and has been a proven top U.S. ally in Syria.4 years ago