Challenges of Turkey's Participation in the EU SAFE Program
September 17, 2025
Turkey aims to participate in the European SAFE program, but the EU's safeguards complicate this effort. The NATO Secretary-General has asked member states to consider Turkey's participation positively. However, ongoing threats against Cyprus and Greece create difficulties. Participation requires unanimous approval from all member states, which is uncertain. Greece and Cyprus appear to be exercising veto power in this regard.