Trump says he might have skipped NATO summit if not hosted by Erdogan, criticizes allies for reluctance to back US in Iran conflict
President Trump said he might not have attended the NATO summit had it not been hosted by Turkish Tayyip Erdogan, and criticized NATO allies for their reluctance to support him in the US conflict with Iran.
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I was pleased to host US President, my valued friend Mr. Donald Trump, who made an official visit to our country on the occasion of the NATO Ankara Summit. I believe that many issues on our agenda will be resolved favorably thanks to our solidarity and strong relations with the President.
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President Trump en route to Ankara this morning for NATO summit; Reuters Morning Bid outlines what markets should watch for.
President Trump is on his way to Ankara this morning for the NATO summit. Reuters Morning Bid outlines what markets should be watching for.
President Trump lands in Turkey, greeted by President Erdogan upon arrival. The visit marks a key diplomatic engagement between the two NATO allies.
President Trump has landed in Turkey and was greeted by President Erdogan upon arrival.
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