S-400 missile system
Erdoğan: Purchasing S-400 not related to NATO, F-35
Turkey's purchase of S-400 missile defense system from Russia has "nothing to do" with NATO, F-35 fighter jets or security of the U.S., President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan said on March 9.
US warns of 'grave consequences' if Turkey buys S-400s
The U.S. warned of "grave consequences" on March 9 if Turkey purchases the Russian S-400 missile defense system because it could affect the deal for F-35 fighter jets and the Patriot missile system.
Turkey buying Russian S-400s a done deal: Erdoğan
Turkey's president said on March 6 that Ankara has finalized an agreement on purchasing Russia's S-400 missile defense system.
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US General: No F-35 jet sale to Turkey if it buys Russia system
The top US commander for Europe says he would recommend the United States not sell its high-tech F-35 fighter jet to Turkey, if Ankara moves ahead with plans to buy a Russian missile defense system.
US in last minute push against S-400 accord
Two State Department officials have paid a visit to Ankara for talks on United States-Turkey cooperation in Syria and the latter's decision to buy the Russian S-400 air defense systems.
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Qatar still studying Russian defence system, minister says
Qatar said on March 4 it was still studying the purchase of Russia's S-400 missile air defense system, adding the potential deal - reportedly opposed by Saudi Arabia - was none of Riyadh's business.
US officials visit Ankara for Syria and S-400 talks
Two State Department officials pay a visit to Ankara for talks on U.S.-Turkey cooperation in Syria and the latter's decision to buy Russian S-400 Russian air defense systems.
US Senator: Does Turkey Want to Quit NATO?
A US Senator has called on President Trump to cancel the sale of F-35 fighter planes to Turkey if the latter insists on buying the S-400 anti-aircraft system from Russia and questioned the country's commitment to remaining in NATO.
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Turkey to buy S-400s, but also ‘open to’ US Patriot offer: Erdoğan
Turkey will not change course on buying the S-400 missile defense system from Russia, but the country could also accept a "good offer" on U.S. Patriot missiles, Turkish president said on Feb. 26.
Turkey sticks to S-400 deal despite US pressure
Turkey cannot accept the current criteria of a U.S. proposal for the procurement of the Patriot surface-to-air missile (SAM) system, a Turkish official has said, noting that Russia will deliver the first batch of the S-400 air defense systems to Turkey in July.
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