SOURCE: AFI
The Indian Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has categorically denied recent media reports suggesting a blanket ban on military exports to India by Turkey. During a regular press briefing, MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal dismissed the claims as “disinformation at best.”
The reports had alleged that Turkey’s decision to halt arms and military equipment exports to India was aimed at benefiting Pakistan and further escalating tensions between the two South Asian neighbors.
However, the MEA has firmly rejected these claims, asserting that the information circulating is inaccurate. Jaiswal directed media inquiries to the Turkish Embassy for clarification, given the origin of the reports.
The MEA’s statement effectively counters the speculation surrounding the potential impact on India-Turkey defense relations.