“The S-400s are a disaster for Turkey... Purchasing them was a historic mistake"
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The agreement was rejected by Egypt, Greece, Cyprus & UAE and was described as an illegal act that violated the sovereignty of other Mediterranean states
The French Defence Minister expressed the hope that the Hellenic Navy will acquire French ships in the context of the renewal of its fleet
Turkey’s eroding democracy and assertive foreign policy loom large on the international stage
“The idea that a strategic -so-called strategic- partner of ours would actually be in line with one of our biggest strategic competitors in Russia is not acceptable”
The issue of Turkey’s patronage of Hamas has been a thorn in the side of its relationship with Israel for years now
The blockages drew criticism from other members including Britain, the United States, European Union & India
Our representatives can meet, while I can do the same with the Greek Prime Minister
US president-elect has grown distant to the Turkish leader, but there are signs both sides will seek to work the relationship out
Cyprus’ Defence Ministry said in a statement that the agreement with the UAE foresees the holding of joint military maneuvers & training programs