Germany has given the green light for technical negotiations with Turkey for a possible sale of Eurofighter Typhoon jets, easing its previous opposition.
The German Federal Security Council approved sharing aircraft specifications and starting technical consultations with Turkey, despite concerns about the use of weapons in Syria and Iraq.
Ankara plans to buy up to 40 Eurofighter jets worth $5.6bn, with discussions focusing on the deal’s specifics if approved by Berlin.
Although the negotiations don’t guarantee a sale, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s meeting with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan signals diplomatic progress.
As Airbus anticipates swift delivery of the jets to Turkey, speculation arises about the repatriation of Turkish citizens with failed asylum claims facilitating the agreement.
Germany retains the option to halt the process later, despite initial talks, while Turkish authorities remain optimistic about a positive outcome.
With tensions in the region escalating, Germany’s reconsideration of Turkey’s request for Eurofighter jets highlights evolving diplomatic dynamics in the midst of global conflicts.