Trump Indicates US Will Lift Turkey Sanctions, Discuss F-35 Sales

Why it matters locally: As the nation's capital, decisions regarding international diplomacy and defense policy, such as the lifting of sanctions and potential arms sales, are of particular relevance to the District of Columbia due to its role as the seat of the federal government, housing numerous agencies and personnel involved in these matters.

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ANKARA, Turkey — President Donald Trump said the United States would lift sanctions on Turkey. He made the statement during a meeting at the presidential palace in Ankara. The president also indicated that the US would consider selling F-35 fighter jets to Turkey. Trump's remarks came in response to a direct question during the meeting. He stated, "We're going to be taking the sanctions off, OK?"