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President Donald Trump participates in the final day of the NATO summit, focusing on defense spending, Ukraine support, and transatlantic security. Key events include Trump's meetings with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, as well as discussions on lifting U.S. sanctions on Turkey and potential F-35 jet sales.

President Trump attends the final day of the NATO summit, focusing on defense spending, support for Ukraine, and transatlantic security. Trump meets with Ukrainian President Zelenskyy and Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa, announces U.S. sanctions lifted on Turkey, and signals approval for F-35 jet sales to Ankara. Ukraine warns of dwindling Patriot missile supplies amid ongoing Russian attacks.

Denmark's Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen stated Greenland is not for sale at the NATO summit in Turkey, following U.S. President Donald Trump's interest in the territory. NATO leaders discussed military projects, and the U.S. announced lifting sanctions on Turkey to facilitate F-35 jet sales.

Turkey's $37 billion defense firm Aselsan reported that its foreign orders have doubled, indicating a significant increase in international demand for its products.

Nato Secretary General Mark Rutte stated that fresh US strikes on Iran were 'absolutely necessary' due to Iran's violation of a ceasefire. He made the remarks during a summit in Ankara, Turkey.

President Donald Trump launched strikes on Iran and revoked a license allowing Tehran to sell oil, shifting focus at a NATO summit in Turkey. The summit was originally intended to address defense spending.

President Trump launched strikes on Iran and revoked a license for Iranian oil sales during the NATO summit in Ankara, shifting focus from defense spending and Ukraine support. The action followed attacks on merchant ships in the Strait of Hormuz and highlighted tensions within NATO over allies' reluctance to support the U.S.-led Iran conflict.

President Donald Trump launched strikes on Iran during a NATO summit in Turkey, shifting focus from defense spending to the Iran issue. Trump criticized NATO allies for refusing to support the Iran war and reignited tensions over Greenland's control, undermining NATO's unity efforts.

US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is set to visit Israel for the first time since becoming Pentagon chief, expected to meet Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Israel Katz. The visit aims to address Israeli concerns about potential US F-35 stealth fighter jet sales to Turkey.

President Trump highlighted his relationship with Turkey during a NATO summit in Ankara. Former U.S. Ambassador to NATO Ivo Daalder criticized Trump's decision to lift sanctions on Turkey as 'a strange way to do business.'

Hegseth is planning to visit Israel on Wednesday, with discussions expected to include concerns over a potential F-35 sale to Turkey and Iran. Ireland has passed a bill banning Israeli goods from East Jerusalem and the West Bank.

S&P Dow Jones has issued a warning that Turkey could face a downgrade from the frontier-market category.

President Trump pressured NATO members at a summit in Turkey to increase defense spending and show greater loyalty, amid U.S. strikes on Iran. He criticized European countries for not supporting the U.S. and Israeli actions in Iran, as reported by Nick Schifrin from Ankara.

The U.S. military struck Iran in retaliation for attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz, while world leaders attended the annual NATO summit in Turkey.

The U.S. military retaliated against Iran for attacks on ships in the Strait of Hormuz, while world leaders attended the NATO summit in Turkey.

NATO began its summit in Ankara, Turkey, emphasizing unity, but tensions within the alliance were highlighted by President Trump's criticisms of European allies, raising concerns about NATO's future. The event underscored challenges to maintaining cohesion among members.

Trump criticized NATO's defense spending and threatened to reduce U.S. involvement during a summit in Ankara, where Turkish President Erdoğan greeted him. NATO's secretary general defended member commitments, and the summit will address the Ukraine conflict.

President Trump criticized NATO's defense spending and considered reducing U.S. partnership during a summit in Ankara, Turkey. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte defended member commitments, while the summit's second day will address the Ukraine war. Trump expressed optimism about a potential conflict resolution but emphasized mutual responsibility.

President Donald Trump attended the NATO Leaders Summit in Turkey, praising host President Recep Erdogan while criticizing alliance members for insufficient defense spending and lack of support for U.S. operations. The summit focused on progress toward NATO's defense spending goals and burden-sharing, with allies highlighting increased procurement and commitments.

President Trump is attending a NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey, where tensions exist between the U.S. and some NATO allies. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte emphasizes the alliance's role in defense and confirms increased military budgets and a $80 billion pledge for Ukraine in 2026 and 2027.

President Trump cannot lift sanctions on Turkey without congressional approval, according to Professor Paul Poast, as the sanctions were imposed after Turkey purchased a missile defense system from Russia.

NATO leaders believe President Trump's criticism of the alliance aims to pressure Europe into increasing defense spending, while some analysts worry he may have hidden intentions.

President Trump announced plans to lift sanctions on Turkey and consider selling F-35 warplanes, but experts warn Congress may resist due to longstanding tensions. Turkey's 2019 purchase of Russia's S-400 air defense system has complicated defense ties, and U.S. lawmakers remain critical of Turkey's foreign policy actions.

Turkey deported Russian activist Ariadna Litvinova to Russia, where she faces criminal charges under the 'discrediting the army' law for anti-war messages. Rights lawyers view this as a precedent for using deportation to target Kremlin critics abroad, while human rights advocates warn of transnational repression against Russian anti-war exiles.

U.S. President Donald Trump attended a NATO summit in Ankara amid global instability, including conflicts in Damascus, Ukraine, and the Strait of Hormuz. Tensions within NATO intensified as Trump criticized European allies for insufficient military spending and unreliability, while European nations highlighted increased defense investments.

US President Donald Trump announced during a NATO summit in Ankara that he intends to remove Turkey from a US sanctions list imposed during his first term, citing the need to avoid sanctioning 'friends'. The sanctions, under the Countering America's Adversaries Through Sanctions Act (Caatsa), were linked to Turkey's purchase of Russia's S-400 defense system and its subsequent exclusion from the F-35 fighter jet program. Trump also indicated he may restore Turkey's access to the F-35 program.

US President Donald Trump expressed disappointment with NATO member states for not aiding a US military operation in the Middle East and mentioned the US would consider selling F-35 fighter jets to Turkey. The comments were made during a meeting with Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan in Ankara ahead of a NATO summit.

US President Donald Trump received a lavish welcome in Turkey, including Ottoman warriors in armor, a marble palace, and fighter jets. The visit highlighted shared preferences for opulent presidential architecture and autocratic governance between Trump and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan during a NATO summit in Ankara.

Trump criticized NATO leaders following an elaborate welcome in Turkey that included a horse escort and costumed warriors. He indicated he might have skipped the leadership summit if it had not been held in Ankara.

NATO member states launched defense initiatives to strengthen weapons development, production, and supply chains in response to security challenges from Russia and China. The projects were announced by NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte at the Nato Summit Defence Industry Forum in Ankara, Turkey.

NATO announced billions in arms deals as President Trump reiterated demands for U.S. control of Greenland, claiming it is threatened by China and Russia. Trump also announced sanctions relief for Turkey over its purchase of Russian missile systems, easing tensions related to the F-35 fighter jet program.

Emmanuel Macron attends his final NATO summit in Turkey, where the primary goal is to avoid offending Donald Trump. The post-Macron political landscape is uncertain, as candidates from the RN and LFI parties do not support the Atlantic Alliance. The discussion involves Laura Kayali, a defense expert from POLITICO, based in Ankara.

The NATO summit opened on July 7, with Trump discussing potential US F35 fighter jet sales to Turkey after Ankara's 2019 removal from the program due to a Russian system purchase. Trump also criticized European NATO allies for not supporting the US in Iran.

President Donald Trump criticized NATO allies for insufficient support and financial contributions during a summit in Turkey, dashing European hopes for a positive outcome. He praised Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and hinted at resuming F-35 jet fighter sales to Turkey despite prior disagreements over Russian defense systems. Trump also dismissed the impact of the Ukraine-Russia conflict on the U.S.

Trump praised Turkey as a 'great ally' of the US, noting its understanding of Iran and instrumental role in regional matters. He acknowledged Turkey's powerful military and its decision not to intervene in conflicts involving Israel.

Erdogan stated Turkey is working to bring the US and Iran to a common ground and reinforce global peace. He mentioned efforts to restore peace in Gaza and highlighted the NATO summit's focus on these issues. President Trump criticized NATO for its stance on the Iran war, expressing dissatisfaction with their support.

U.S. President Donald Trump announced the U.S. will lift sanctions on Turkey imposed in 2020 over Ankara’s purchase of Russian S-400 missiles and expressed openness to selling F-35 fighter jets to Turkey. The decision aims to ease tensions with Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan, despite a U.S. law prohibiting F-35 sales to Turkey while it retains the S-400 system.

Turkey has deported an anti-war Russian, raising concerns among rights lawyers about the increasing use of deportation as a tool for transnational repression against anti-war activists abroad.

Turkey and the UK are set to sign a defense partnership deal focusing on cooperation in defense industries, counterterrorism, hybrid threats, and cybersecurity. The agreement, compared to the 2021 France-Greece defense pact, will be signed during a meeting between President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

President Donald Trump announced the U.S. will lift sanctions on Turkey imposed after Ankara purchased a Russian missile defense system, potentially allowing Turkey to rejoin the F-35 fighter jet program. Trump and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan emphasized their warm relationship during a meeting in Ankara, where Trump stated Cabinet officials are working to remove the sanctions under the Countering America’s Adversaries Through Sanctions Act.