Trump to Meet Zelenskyy, Syrian President at NATO Summit in Ankara

U.S. President Donald Trump is set to hold crucial bilateral meetings with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Syrian President Ahmad al-Sarrah during the upcoming NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey. The White House confirmed these meetings will take place on the sidelines of the international gathering.

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The American president will have bilateral contacts with his counterparts from Ukraine and Syria in Ankara, as part of the summit that is attracting the attention of the international community.

Turkey is finalizing preparations to host the significant NATO summit, scheduled for July 7-8. The event is expected to be one of the largest in NATO's history, bringing together leaders from all 32 member states, invited leaders, approximately 100 ministers, and numerous diplomats and representatives from international organizations. The summit will convene at the Presidential Complex in Ankara.

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Ankara will host one of the largest summits in NATO's history, with the participation of heads of state and numerous international delegations.

Extensive security measures are being implemented across Ankara to ensure the safety and smooth operation of the summit. A massive security force of 56,288 personnel, comprising police, gendarmerie, and cybersecurity units, will be deployed. Three airports will be utilized to facilitate the movement of delegations.

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A total of 56,288 security men will be deployed, of which 48,841 are police officers, 7,447 are gendarmerie officers, and 639 are cybersecurity officers.

Media coverage is anticipated to be extensive, with around 3,000 journalists expected to attend. The state broadcaster TRT will provide comprehensive television coverage from multiple locations. The Presidential National Library will serve as the international press center, offering extensive facilities for journalists, including workspaces, editing rooms, and live broadcast points. Additionally, 5,000 outdoor information and broadcasting points will be set up throughout Ankara. Parallel events, such as thematic panels and workshops, are also planned alongside the main summit proceedings.

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Approximately 3,000 journalists are expected to cover the summit.