Türkiye is progressing in its efforts to acquire 40 Eurofighter Typhoon jets, with NATO’s NSPA facilitating the process. While discussions with the UK, Italy, and Spain are moving forward, talks with Germany remain slower. The acquisition aims to strengthen Türkiye's air defence capabilities.
Türkiye is advancing in its bid to acquire 40 Eurofighter Typhoon jets to modernise its air force. NATO's Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) has issued a tender for spare parts covering 250 items for the Typhoon. NSPA is leading the multinational acquisition process.
Discussions between Turkey and the Eurofighter consortium, including the UK, Germany, Italy, and Spain, are progressing well, though talks with Germany are slower. Defence industry observers are cautious, recalling the complexities of the F-35 negotiations.
German Chancellor Olaf Scholz recently confirmed that technical talks on the potential sale are underway. This acquisition would significantly enhance Turkey’s air defence capabilities. A Eurofighter Typhoon from the UK’s Royal Air Force recently landed at Murted Air Base in Ankara, underlining the importance of ongoing talks with Germany and other consortium members.
Russia and Türkiye will hold consultations on the Middle East, including Syria and Palestine, on 25th April in Istanbul, according to a Turkish Foreign Ministry source speaking to TASS.
UEFA has opened a new office in Istanbul to support the organization of major tournaments, including the 2026 Europa League final, 2027 Conference League final, and EURO 2032. President Ceferin praised Türkiye’s hosting record and ongoing collaboration.
A powerful 6.2 magnitude earthquake struck Istanbul's Silivri district on Wednesday, according to Türkiye’s Disaster and Emergency Management Authority (AFAD).
Pakistani Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif is set to begin an official visit to Türkiye on April 22, where he will hold extensive discussions with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan on enhancing bilateral relations and exchanging views on regional and global developments.
EU’s increasing focus on connectivity — not only within the Eastern Partnership (EaP) region but extending towards Central Asia and Türkiye was a key message throughout the Business Forum held in Warsaw under the Polish EU Council Presidency.
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A deadly attack targeting tourists in India’s Jammu and Kashmir territory has left at least 20 feared dead, marking the deadliest incident against civilians in the region for years, according to security sources.
Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for April 27th, covering the latest developments you need to know.
A driver has been arrested after ramming into a crowd at a Filipino street festival in Vancouver, leaving several people dead and injured.
France’s prime minister has vowed action after a Muslim worshipper was fatally stabbed in a mosque in what authorities are investigating as a possible Islamophobic crime.
A deadly explosion at Iran’s Bandar Abbas port has left at least 18 dead and over 700 injured, halting operations at one of the country’s most vital trade hubs.
The Kremlin says President Putin confirmed readiness for direct talks with Ukraine during a meeting with Trump’s envoy Steve Witkoff in Moscow.
Start your day informed with AnewZ Morning Brief: here are the top news stories for April 27th, covering the latest developments you need to know.
A driver has been arrested after ramming into a crowd at a Filipino street festival in Vancouver, leaving several people dead and injured.
France’s prime minister has vowed action after a Muslim worshipper was fatally stabbed in a mosque in what authorities are investigating as a possible Islamophobic crime.
A deadly explosion at Iran’s Bandar Abbas port has left at least 18 dead and over 700 injured, halting operations at one of the country’s most vital trade hubs.
The Kremlin says President Putin confirmed readiness for direct talks with Ukraine during a meeting with Trump’s envoy Steve Witkoff in Moscow.
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