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France Mulls SAMP/T Sale to Turkey, Seeks Greek, Cypriot Input

7/6/2026

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France signaled openness to sell the Franco-Italian SAMP/T air-defence system to Turkey after June 25 talks between President Emmanuel Macron and Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.
Turkey's Defence Minister Yasar Güler said Ankara is evaluating the Patriot and SAMP/T options.
Italy delivered SAMP/T units to Turkey in mid-June as part of NATO planning.
France will consult Greece and Cyprus before deciding on any export to Turkey.

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France signaled openness to sell the Franco-Italian SAMP/T air-defence system to Turkey after June 25 talks between President Emmanuel Macron and Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.
Turkey's Defence Minister Yasar Güler said Ankara is evaluating the Patriot and SAMP/T options.
Italy delivered SAMP/T units to Turkey in mid-June as part of NATO planning.
France will consult Greece and Cyprus before deciding on any export to Turkey.