NATO Allies Arm Turkey as Gaza Starves, Ukraine Bleeds
Turkey's latest acquisition of 20 Eurofighter Typhoons from Britain, complete with MBDA Meteor air-to-air missiles and Brimstone ground attack missiles, signals a deepening of 'bilateral ties' (Al-Monitor). Because what says 'deepening ties' more than advanced weaponry funded by €8 billion? This comes as NATO members continue to debate aid to Ukraine and humanitarian corridors in Gaza—a dazzling
display of selective urgency. One might wonder about the timing and the message. While Western leaders express 'deep concern' for civilians in besieged Gaza ( BBC, Oct 29, 2023 ), they are simultaneously ensuring a robust supply chain for weaponry in other geopolitical hotspots. It appears some conflicts demand moral outrage, while others simply demand lucrative arms deals. Priorities, after all,
are only 'paramount' until a defense contract comes knocking.