Moscow Acknowledges S-400 Transfer Talks as Turkey Moves to Clear Sanctions Path

The Kremlin confirms contact with Ankara over the reported sale of Russian air defense systems to a Gulf state, a transaction that could unlock Turkey's access to American fighter jets.

Dmitry Peskov spoke carefully, which is what Kremlin spokespeople do when the machinery of an arms deal is still turning. On Thursday, Peskov confirmed that Moscow is in contact with Ankara regarding the potential resale of Russian S-400 air defense systems to a Gulf nation, calling the matter highly sensitive. [1] A statement of contact is not a statement of consent. Russia has not said it approves the transfer, nor has it said it will block one. It has acknowledged the conversation.

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