Germany has restarted large-scale arms exports to Turkey, approving €103 million in defense equipment this year. This shift in policy reverses years of limited exports following Turkey’s 2016 military coup attempt and invasion of northern Syria.
Germany has authorized:
– 69 licenses worth €103 million, including €840,000 in arms.
– 28 Seahake torpedoes and accessories from Thyssenkrupp and Atlas Elektronik (€156 million).
– 101 missiles from MBDA.
Turkey also seeks 40 Eurofighter jets, co-produced by Germany, with Chancellor Olaf Scholz backing UK negotiations. This renewed cooperation aims to strengthen NATO ties but raises concerns due to Turkey’s military actions and human rights records.
Source: Viewers Corner News