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Trump and Erdogan Explore Thaw in U.S.-Turkey Relations

3/26/2025

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In a pivotal phone call, President Trump and Turkish President Erdogan hinted at a warming of U.S.-Turkey relations. Trump is considering lifting sanctions and reinstating Turkey in the F-35 program, depending on adjustments to Turkey's S-400 missile system. Meanwhile, Turkey's rising power in post-Assad Syria stirs worries for Israel, potentially challenging Iranian influence.

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In a pivotal phone call, President Trump and Turkish President Erdogan hinted at a warming of U.S.-Turkey relations. Trump is considering lifting sanctions and reinstating Turkey in the F-35 program, depending on adjustments to Turkey's S-400 missile system. Meanwhile, Turkey's rising power in post-Assad Syria stirs worries for Israel, potentially challenging Iranian influence.