Potential Lifting of CAATSA Sanctions: Türkiye's Path Back to the F-35 Program (defence24.com)

• Trump expressed willingness to lift CAATSA sanctions on Türkiye.
• US officials confirmed possible return to F-35 program; talks promising.
• Congress approval remains key; four possible scenarios outlined.

"At the NATO Summit in Ankara in July 2026, US President Trump expressed willingness to lift CAATSA sanctions on Türkiye. US officials confirmed Ankara's possible return to the F-35 program. Turkish Foreign Minister Fidan noted congressional approval remains crucial. Sanctions were imposed in 2020 after Türkiye purchased the Russian S-400 system. Full re-entry to the F-35 program is a multi-stage process requiring removal of the S-400 systems and rebuilding trust."