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US Defense Secretary Hegseth cancels meeting with Netanyahu on Turkey's F-35 sale

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U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth canceled his planned meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, originally scheduled for July 8, 2026.
The meeting was supposed to address the potential sale of F-35 fighter jets to Turkey.
Reports indicate that the cancellation followed Netanyahu's public opposition to the sale of F-35s to Turkey.
Hegseth was reportedly called back to Washington before the meeting take place.
Israeli media sources confirmed the cancellation of Hegseth's visit to the region.

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U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth canceled a scheduled meeting with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu that was set for July 8, 2026. The meeting was intended to discuss the potential sale of F-35 fighter jets to Turkey, a topic of particular interest following Netanyahu's public opposition to the deal.

Israeli media reported that Hegseth was called back to Washington before his arrival, which prompted the cancellation of the meeting. Netanyahu’s comments on the potential sale have raised concerns in Israel, highlighting the sensitivity surrounding military agreements in the region. Despite the cancellation, Netanyahu mentioned that the visit “could have meant something” positive for Israel, suggesting the significance of the discussions that were to take place.

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