An Israeli military analyst has stated that Turkey is unlikely to receive U.S. F-35 fighter jets even if it sells its Russian-made S-400 missile defense system to Qatar or the United Arab Emirates. The report, published by Eurasian Times on July 19, 2026, follows Turkish media claims that Ankara is exploring the sale to lift U.S. sanctions. Turkey’s defense ministry confirmed that multilateral discussions on the issue are ongoing.
The United States expelled Turkey from the F-35 program and imposed CAATSA sanctions after Ankara purchased the S-400 system from Russia, citing risks to the aircraft’s stealth technology. Although U.S. President Donald Trump recently suggested reconsidering the sanctions and F-35 sales, former Israel Aerospace Industries vice president Shai Gal noted that such approval requires consent from Congress, the Pentagon, and intelligence agencies, making it unlikely within Trump’s term.
Analysts also argue that removing the S-400 will not erase U.S. mistrust, as Russian experts were involved in its operation. Israel and Greece have voiced opposition to any F-35 sale to Turkey, warning it could upset the regional military balance.
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