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Security concerns lead to aircraft change in Turkey
A report by The New York Times revealed that U.S. officials decided to change President Donald Trump's Air Force One aircraft during his trip from Turkey after receiving a credible threat from Iranian forces targeting Trump personally, including the possibility of a missile attack on the plane. The report specified that the threat was directed at Trump himself, not specifically at the aircraft, which led the Secret Service to recommend replacing the plane before his departure from Turkey. Although Trump denied that his decision was based on security reasons, U.S. intelligence information was the actual cause behind the decision to replace the aircraft, which had been donated by Qatar. This move also sparked controversy regarding its defensive capabilities. This development comes amid escalating tensions with Iran, as Trump discussed possibilities of military escalation against Iran, amid ongoing diplomatic negotiations.
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