US Representative Joe Wilson supports Turkey's F-35 return

US Representative Joe Wilson has expressed support for Turkey’s return to the F-35 fighter jet program and called for the removal of CAATSA sanctions against Ankara. Speaking in New York, Wilson highlighted the deep ties between Washington and Ankara dating back to the Korean War and noted his optimism regarding Turkey’s efforts to rejoin the program.

Wilson also called for an end to Israeli airstrikes in Syria, stating that such attacks should not be carried out. He praised President Donald Trump’s leadership in giving Syria a chance at stability following requests from Turkey and Saudi Arabia, noting that the collapse of the Assad regime and the subsequent liberation of Syria would benefit the entire Middle East, particularly Turkey.

Furthermore, Wilson indicated his support for the work being done by US Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth regarding cooperation with Turkey, suggesting that such partnership contributes to peace through strength.