The U.S. State Department has urged Turkey not to serve as a haven for illicit Russian assets or transactions amid reports that Turkish ground service provider Havas warned Russian airlines that it might stop supporting their Western-made aircraft. Sanctions imposed after the invasion of Ukraine prohibit third countries from allowing Russian-operated Boeing and Airbus jets to operate into their territory or access to services such as refueling and spare parts provision.
In a statement to AIN, the State Department noted Turkey’s responsibilities as a member of NATO. “Turkey is a longstanding and valued NATO ally that has expressed strong support for Ukraine’s sovereignty and territorial integrity in the face of Russia’s aggression,” it said. “We urge countries to prevent exports of items that can be exploited by Russia in its illegal war against Ukraine. We have urged Turkey to not become a safe haven for illicit Russian assets or transactions. We will continue to do so.”
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