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    Turkey Plans Huge Boeing and Lockheed Deals Ahead of US Talks

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    Turkey Eyes Major Boeing and Lockheed Purchases Ahead of Washington Talks

    Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan is preparing to finalise large-scale purchases of Boeing airliners and Lockheed Martin fighter jets, according to Bloomberg News. The reported deals could involve hundreds of aircraft, alongside more than $10 billion in local production agreements.

    Approval from US President Donald Trump will be required before any deal moves forward. Neither the White House, Boeing, nor Lockheed Martin provided immediate comment. Turkey’s Defence Ministry also declined to respond.

    Strategic Timing Ahead of US-Turkey Meeting

    The reported plans come just days before Erdogan’s scheduled meeting with Trump at the White House on 25 September. The leaders are expected to discuss trade and defence cooperation, including the purchase of Boeing aircraft, an expanded F-16 deal, and renewed talks over Turkey’s involvement in the F-35 fighter jet programme.

    Erdogan confirmed on Monday that Turkey intends to raise the subject of acquiring F-35 jets during the meeting. This marks a potential shift in US-Turkey defence ties, which have been strained in recent years.

    Balancing Tensions Over Past Disputes

    Relations between Ankara and Washington soured in 2019 when Turkey bought Russian S-400 missile systems. That decision led the US to remove Turkey from the F-35 programme and block a planned fighter jet sale.

    Since then, Turkey has turned to alternative agreements, including a deal to purchase F-16 jets. The upcoming negotiations with Trump could reopen discussions on advanced US aircraft, signalling a possible reset in bilateral defence cooperation.

    with inputs from Reuters

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    A multi-faceted professional with a diverse range of skills and experiences. He currently works as a Producer, Digital Marketer, and Journalist for several well-known media outlets, namely StratNewsGlobal, BharatShakti, and Interstellar. With a passion for storytelling and a keen eye for detail, Aditya has covered a wide range of topics and events across India, bringing a unique perspective to his work.When he's not busy producing content, Aditya enjoys exploring new places and cuisines, having traveled extensively throughout India. He's also an avid writer and poet, often penning his thoughts and musings in his free time. And when he wants to unwind and relax, Aditya spends time with his two loyal companions, Zorro and Pablo, his beloved dogs.Aditya's dynamic personality and varied interests make him a unique individual, always eager to learn and experience new things.

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