On November 13, 2024, Türkiye’s Defense Minister Yasar Guler officially announced that Germany has authorized the sale of 40 Eurofighter Typhoon fighter jets to Türkiye. This decision follows intense negotiations between Türkiye and the Eurofighter consortium partners, including the United Kingdom, Italy, and Spain, who played a key role in securing Germany’s approval. This acquisition aims to enhance Türkiye’s air capabilities and modernize its military fleet.
The Turkish Defense Ministry’s announcement of Germany’s authorization to sell 40 Eurofighter Typhoons marks a significant turning point in defense relations between Türkiye and several European countries. This process began several years ago when Türkiye expressed interest in strengthening its air fleet, with the Typhoon as a leading option. However, Germany’s hesitations, which surfaced as early as 2021, slowed the negotiations, driven by concerns over human rights issues and Turkish military operations in sensitive areas like Syria. Active support from the United Kingdom, one of the primary Eurofighter backers, followed by Italy and Spain, emerged in 2023, increasing pressure on Germany to reconsider its stance.