US Midterm Elections on November 3: Could the Outcome Affect Turkey's F-35 and KAAN Projects?
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The US midterm elections will be held on November 3, 2026. These elections will determine how much political room for manoeuvre President Donald Trump will have in the remaining two years of his term. In the midterms, all members of the House of Representatives and a portion of the Senate will be up for re-election.
Some analyses suggest that the outcome of the election could also be significant for Turkey. In particular, Turkey's purchase of F-35 fighter jets and the KAAN fighter project, developed by the Turkish defence industry, are among the issues in question. If the political balance in the United States changes, the stance of Congress on defence and foreign policy matters may also change.
The F-35 programme has been on the agenda for a long time since Turkey was removed from the process of purchasing these aircraft from the United States in 2019. Talks between Ankara and Washington on this issue are ongoing. The KAAN project, on the other hand, stands out as a fifth-generation fighter aircraft developed by Turkey with its own resources. Which partnerships and technologies will be used for this project may also be affected by international relations.
In conclusion, the 3 November 2026 midterm elections could signal a new period both in US domestic politics and in relations with Turkey. Once the results of the election become clear, it will be more evident whether there will be any change in US defence policies towards Turkey. Developments will be followed closely on this matter.
Sources: Gazete Oksijen
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