Turkish Defense Minister: US sanctions on Turkey have shaken all principles of the alliance with the United States
Turkish Defense Minister Hulusi Akar said that the sanctions imposed by the United States on Turkey had shaken all principles of the alliance with the United States.
The Turkish Minister of Defense added, “We condemn the decision that is not consistent with the spirit of the coalition and the military and political realities… the American sanctions decision has shaken all the values of the alliance between our two countries… We take every necessary measure for the security of our citizens and our country that is under a serious air and missile threat”.
“It is clear that the sanctions against a member state of NATO will not only harm the spirit of the alliance, but also undermine confidence among the allies,” Akar continued.
The minister affirmed his country’s determination to continue, with firmness and determination, efforts to ensure the security and protection of the country and the people.
It is noteworthy that the US Treasury Department imposed sanctions on the Turkish Defense Industries Administration and its head, Ismail Demir.
The Treasury Department website said Washington had imposed sanctions on three other individuals associated with the Turkish Defense Industries Administration.
