Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, in a statement reported by N13 and Army Radio, alluded to the potential sale of F-35 stealth fighters to Turkey, asserting that preserving Israel's air superiority is a fundamental pillar of national security and key to regional stability. Netanyahu said the war is not over and new challenges are emerging, while stressing that Israel must remain stronger than its enemies.
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, in a statement reported by N13 and Army Radio on Thursday evening, hinted at the potential sale of F-35 stealth fighters to Turkey, saying 'the war is not over' and that 'new challenges are emerging.' Netanyahu emphasized that preserving Israel's air superiority is a 'fundamental pillar of national security' and key to 'stability in the Middle East,' and that Israel must be prepared for any scenario. The remarks add to a series of warnings from Netanyahu on the issue. The Zioneer has previously reported on the Prime Minister's statements, including a July 6 warning that 'Turkey does not deserve F-35s' and a July 7 CNN interview where he said the sale would 'destroy the Middle East balance.' The F-35 sale to Turkey has been a contentious issue, with President Trump signaling support for the move during his Ankara visit earlier this month, as The Zioneer reported.
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