AP Explains: Why NATO Member Turkey Wants Russian Missiles
(WorldNews Turkey)

ANKARA, Turkey - NATO ally Turkey is being kicked out of the U.S.-led F-35 fighter jet program over its decision to buy the Russian-made S-400 air defense system. The White House said Turkey’s decision to buy the Russian system “renders its continued involvement with the F-35 impossible” while the Pentagon suspended Turkey from the program and said it will be removed as a partner in making the planes. Here is a look at the rift between the NATO allies over the deal. ————————————————- WHAT ARE S-400s? The Russian-made S-400 Triumph is a sophisticated long-range surface-to-air...