Trump Urges Erdogan to Cut Russia Oil Buys, Floats F-35 Deal

In a meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan, the former urged the latter to halt oil purchases from Russia. Additionally, Trump left open the possibility of Turkey acquiring F-35 fighter jets, a deal that had previously been canceled due to Turkey's purchase of a Russian air defense system. The meeting aimed to address various longstanding issues that have strained the relationship between the two NATO allies. While the details of the discussions were not fully disclosed, the talks appear to have focused on economic and security matters, particularly regarding Turkey's ties with Russia and the potential for renewed arms deals with the United States. The article highlights the ongoing diplomatic efforts to navigate the complex relationship between the U.S. and Turkey, as the two countries navigate regional geopolitical tensions and seek to find common ground on matters of strategic importance.