The US has urged Turkey on Friday to not purchase extra Russian S-400 air defence systems, warning of additional dangers if the acquisition goes forward, US Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman informed journalists.
“We’ve got urged Turkey at each stage and alternative to not retain the S-400 system and refrain from purchasing any additional Russian military equipment,” Sherman responded when requested about Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s go to to Russia.
The US official added:
We proceed to make that clear to Turkey and what the implications might be in the event that they transfer in that route.
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Final week, Erdogan met with Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin and mentioned larger navy cooperation, together with warplanes and doubtlessly submarines.
In the meantime, Sherman burdened that the US values its relationship with Turkey, pointing to its welcoming of hundreds of thousands of Syrian refugees and gives to assist restore Kabul Worldwide Airport.
“Turkey is a problem typically. I’m positive they discover the US a problem at instances. However they’re a valued NATO ally,” Sherman affirmed.
