Russia and Turkey in Active Talks on Fate of Russian-Made S-400 Missile Systems Amid NATO Pressure
The Straits Times—The Kremlin confirmed Russia and Turkey are in active talks over the future of the advanced S-400 air defense systems that Turkey purchased from Russia, a deal that has strained Ankara's relations with its NATO partners for years. Turkey was expelled from the F-35 fighter jet program and hit with US sanctions after taking delivery of the Russian missiles. The new negotiations signal renewed diplomatic engagement between Moscow and Ankara as Turkey has positioned itself as a regional mediator while maintaining ties with both sides in the Ukraine war. Any resolution involving transfer, sale, or return of the S-400 systems could have significant implications for Turkey's relationship with both Russia and NATO.
- The Straits Times — Russia and Turkey in talks over the future of S-400 missile systems Turkey acquired from Moscow.
- Washington Times — Turkey's future control of the Russian S-400 system remains subject to ongoing Russia-Turkey talks.
- Daily Sabah (Turkey) — Russia says it is in contact with Turkey on the fate of the S-400 missiles in Ankara's possession.
- Reuters — Kremlin says Russia is in touch with Turkey on fate of Russian S-400 missiles