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Im curious to see how this plays out. At face value, giving Erdogan F-35s is a terrible idea. Let Turkey develop the Kaan (their Temu F-35) and then they can sell it to Europe. It would give NATO more choice to buy other jets and strengthen the defense industry. If Turkey does get F-35s in its current state, that puts it on a collision course with Greece and Israel. Maybe Rubio can offer clarity? Im sure the US can withdrawal support if Turkey acts up but then they turn to China or Russia to make and manufacture parts. Maybe its a carrot and stick to get Turkey under control by threatening to pull support if they act up, but its really risky.
The US has a bad track record of giving planes to countries who eventually become our enemies. Look at Pakistan, Afghanistan and Iran. The F-14 can still pose a threat to the USAF even though they are 60 years old. Trump also has a terrible track record of getting duped into bad ideas because countries glazed him and appealed to his ego. Look at how easily be was duped by the Pakis because he wanted a peace Deal so badly.