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Trump Says He Is Not Worried About Russian S-400 Systems in Turkey During Erdoğan Meeting
U.S. President Donald Trump stated during a press availability with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan that he is not concerned about Russian-made S-400 air defense systems in Turkey regarding possible F-35 sales. He responded to a question about potential third-party transfers by asking for clarification.
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President Trump said he is “not worried” about the existence of Russian-made S-400 air defense systems in Turkey in relation to a possible U.S. foreign military sale of F-35s to the country, @sentdefender reported. The statement was made during a press availability with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.
When asked about reports that the S-400 systems could be sent to a third-party nation before any such sale took place, Trump responded “in relation to what,” the report stated.
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