Ongoing bilateral talks between Ankara and Washington center on resolving CAATSA sanctions tied to Turkey’s S-400 acquisition, with Turkish defense officials stating on October 15 that they expect the measures and related restrictions to be lifted in line with alliance interests. These discussions coincide with efforts to deliver six stored F-35 jets, following President Trump’s July 2026 signals of intent at the NATO summit in Ankara. U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio has reiterated that statutory conditions, including S-400 compatibility concerns, must be addressed before any transfer proceeds. Recent U.S. statements on October 18 urged disposal of the Russian systems and warned against further defense dealings with Moscow. Trader sentiment reflects uncertainty over whether executive or legislative steps will overcome legal barriers in the near term.