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Turkey-UK Eurofighter Deal: Details of the Package

Published March 28, 2026, 14:13
Turkey-UK Eurofighter Deal: Details of the Package

Turkey has reached an agreement with the United Kingdom to purchase 20 Eurofighter fighter jets at a total cost of £5.4 billion (6.2 billion euros). The agreement also includes personnel training, equipment, and a multi-year financing scheme, with Ankara opting to pay the amount in installments. The deal includes the purchase of ammunition, and 110 Turkish pilots and technicians will be trained in Britain. Eurofighters can be equipped with various types of missiles and cannons, offering flexibility in various missions. There are disagreements regarding the cost of the agreement, with some arguing that it is higher compared to similar purchases by other countries.