The information for the upgrade has been mobilized of Turkish F-16 fighters with missiles, radar and electronic value systems $ 400 million at the behest of Joe Biden.
It is recalled that the Wall Street Journal reported that The White House has submitted a request to Congress. The newspaper estimates that this paves the way for future procurement of the 40 F-16s requested by Ankara.
American sources downplay the issue
However, according to information, the Americans are only talking about a request for an upgrade of the communication system of fighters, guided by interoperability within NATO. “This development is not related to Turkey’s request to upgrade the F-16, nor does it announce new F-16 markets to be approved by the US government,” it said.
Asked about the Turkish overflights by the SKAI correspondent in Washington Katerina Sokou, the Assistant Foreign Minister Erika Olson “The United States is fully committed to ensuring stability in the Eastern Mediterranean,” he said.
“The countries of the region are absolutely necessary to find a solution to disputes “to enhance stability,” he said. “Maritime disputes must be resolved peacefully and in accordance with international law,” Ms Olson added.
What the American newspaper reports about the Turkish F-16
The Biden administration has asked U.S. congressional leaders to approve the sale of advanced weapons systems and other equipment to its F-16 fighter jet fleet. Turkeysaid US officials, reports the Wall Street Journal.
According to the newspaper, Washington is thus preparing the ground for an upcoming proposal to sell additional aircraft to Ankara, which seeks to redefine its relations with Washington. The proposed arms sale, sent to congressional leaders last month, highlights the way in which Turkey seeks to use its role as mediator in Russia-Ukraine peace talks and support for the Ukrainian military as a means to an end. to restore relations with Washington and acquire sophisticated weapons.
The possible deal will include missiles, radar and electronic systems for Turkish F-16s, signaling a major upgrade for Turkish fighter jets.
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