America ‘Sitting Out’ Turkey Election as Erdogan Scrambles To Retain Power

Washington is set to approve a modernization package for Turkey’s F-16s as a gesture to the longtime ruler. The prospect of his re-election, though, is seen as problematic for America, as he has been cozying up with Beijing and Moscow.

Turkish presidency via AP
President Erdogan after a cabinet meeting at Ankara, January 23, 2023. Turkish presidency via AP

Turkey’s ruler for the last 20 years, President Erdogan, is aiming to stay in power until at least the quarter-century mark by winning next month’s election. For America, such a victory would be bad news.   

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