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DEFENSE Ministry officials yesterday refused to comment on by Turkey's denial that it had agreed to let Israel Air Force pilots train in its airspace and use its bases.
The ministry would only confirm that both countries had agreed in February to hold joint maneuvers and training exercises. Officials would not elaborate, citing "Turkish sensitivities." News of the reported cooperation drew harsh condemnation from Syria, Iran, and Egypt.
"We don't like to give many details or see much press about it, since it angers the Iranians and Syrians, and that embarrasses the Turks," said one defense official.
"This...