WASHINGTON, March 9 (NNN-AGENCIES) – The US Defence Department issued a stern warning to Turkey, over its possible acquisition of the Russian S-400 missile defence system.
The department cautioned Turkey, a NATO ally, of “grave consequences” if it goes ahead with the deal.
“If Turkey takes the S-400, there would be grave consequences, in terms of our military relationship, and the Patriots and the F-35’s,” acting spokesperson, Charlie Summers told reporters at the Pentagon.
“They would not have access to the Patriot missiles and the F-35 [jets],” he warned.
The Congress has also moved to halt the sale of at least 100 F-35 jets to Ankara, over the S-400 deal.– NNN-AGENCIES
