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Politics : WAR on Terror. Will it engulf the Entire Middle East?
SPY 665.67-0.9%Nov 17 4:00 PM EST

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To: Scoobah who wrote (177)11/12/2001 10:31:47 AM
From: Scoobah  Read Replies (1) of 32591
 
Reward for participation, or US stationing their own aircraft where they might need them in a pinch?

U.S. PLANS TO AWARD TURKEY WITH FREE AIRCRAFT November 12, 2001

The Middle East Newsline reports: “Turkey hopes to receive U.S. military helicopters for free as a reward for Ankara's participation in the war in Afghanistan. Turkish government sources said the proposed gift has been discussed within the administration and Congress amid Ankara's decision to send troops to Afghanistan. Turkey has sent 90 commandos to Afghanistan and plans to deploy additional troops.
The Pentagon has drafted a package of military aid to Turkey that includes the transfer of weapons and defensive systems at free or reduced prices. Other options include the reduction or elimination of Turkey's $5 billion debt to the United States. The package is expected to be concluded and sent to Ankara by the end of the month, the sources said…”

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