US President Donald Trump has played a big bet on Turki. He has indicated that the Turkias can again be included in the F-35 fighter jet program. However, for this, he has given a clear condition that the Turkas will have to help in ending the Ukraine War.

Turki President Rechpe Tayyip Erdogan recently visited the White House. This was his first American visit after 2019. During the conversation, Trump said that if the talks were successful, then the restrictions imposed on the Turkas on the S-400 can be lifted. Turkas will have to stop buying oil and gas from Russia. President Donald Trump clearly asked Erdogan to use his influence to put pressure on Vladimir Putin and stop Ukraine War.

S-400 and F-35 controversy

In 2019, the United States excluded the Turks from the F-35 program, as it bought the S-400 air defense system from Russia. American experts say that if the S-400 and F-35 operates with F-35, its technology can be leaked to Russia. Nevertheless, Erdogan has made it clear that he also wants F-35 jets and also wants to keep S-400 systems.

Turkas and Russia’s growing close

When the NATO countries banned Russia after the Ukraine War began, the Turkas did not take any step. He is still buying crude oil and gas from Russia. According to Europe’s Brugal Institute, in 2023, Turki -Russian trade reached $ 52 billion. For this reason, America wants Turkas to keep distance from Russia.

New twist in relationships?

US Ambassador Tom Barrack has indicated that the S-400 restrictions on Turkis may be lifted by the end of the year. Trump and Erdogan have also instructed their officials to find solutions. If the Turkas accept the conditions of the trump, then he can get F-35 jets again and he can also keep the S-400 system.

Israel’s displeasure

Israel is also an important player in this entire incident. He has been pressurizing America for a long time not to give F-35 jets to the Turkas, but Trump is probably in the mood for Israel this time.

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Trump erdogan meeting: US President Donald Trump is seen quite active in international diplomacy these days. Recently, he called Pakistan Army Chief General Asim Munir to America and had lunch with him. General Munir is considered a representative of the pro -China country Pakistan, but by calling America, Trump tried to give a big message. This was the same time when Pakistan was looking for a new strategic associate after Operation Sindoor. Lunch with Trump was seen as a diplomatic success in Pakistan.

Erdogan and Trump’s video viral
Now taking forward this diplomatic sequence, Trump has also met Turki President Tayyip Erdogan. The meeting took place during the NATO Summit in Hague City, Netherlands. This meeting of Erdogan and Trump was very warm. During this time, the two leaders shook hands, had some conversations in the ear and Trump suddenly started seeing something in his coat. This scene became a topic of discussion in the media.

President Erdogan and Trump Greet Each Other as Nato Leaders Gather for a Family Photo pic.twitter.com/2UVHHUZU8F

– türkiye today (@turkiyetodaycom) June 24, 2025

What speculation is being done
The Turkas are usually counted among the countries close to China. Turki has strengthened strategic and economic relations under Belt and Road Initiative with China over the years. But now the attitude of President Erdogan seems to be changed. During this meeting, Trump and Erdogan had talks on global issues like bilateral relationships, defense cooperation, energy, investment and Ukraine and Middle East. The President of Turkish expressed his desire to pursue relations in areas such as energy and investment with the US. He said that promoting cooperation in the defense industry will help both countries achieve trade targets of $ 100 billion.

President Erdogan described the ceasefire between Israel and Iran as the result of Trump’s international leadership ability. He hoped that this ceasefire would be permanent. This statement indicates that Erdogan takes Trump’s diplomatic understanding and global impact seriously.

Both looked comfortable even during photo selection
During the NATO Summit, there was a photo session between Trump and Erdogan, in which the two leaders were seen talking with great affinity. Trump was repeatedly seen patting Erdogan’s hand. The two leaders agreed that NATO should be united and strong to deal with global threats.

Trump got Turki’s support
US President Trump has demanded an increase in NATO’s defense spending 5 percent in view of the challenge being received from Russia. The Turki has supported this proposal, which can help Trump to fulfill his purpose. Although Trump met leaders of many countries at this NATO conference, his meeting with Erdogan is being given special importance. The reason is that the Presidents of Turkia have formed close relations with China, Russia and Iran in recent years. But now they are taking a flexible stand on NATO expansion and are also supporting Sweden’s membership.

Another reason is that the Turki is currently facing serious economic crisis. In such a situation, America can become a relief for that. At the same time, Erdogan is also facing political challenges inside his country. In these conditions, it can be beneficial for them to strengthen relations with America.