Trump to wrap NATO meeting with press conference amid Iran strikes, Turkey ties

President Trump is set to conclude the NATO summit in Ankara with a press conference on Wednesday. The summit has been marked by escalating tensions with Iran, following U.S. strikes in response to Iranian attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte deemed the U.S. response "absolutely necessary."

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It was a very strong response, and I'm with you on this.

Trump used the summit to push allies to increase their defense spending, advocating for a 5% of GDP target. He also highlighted the strong relationship between the U.S. and Turkey, suggesting improved ties and even considering allowing Turkey back into the F-35 fighter jet program. This move comes despite past concerns over Turkey's use of Russian defense technology.

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frankly has been more helpful to the United States than many other more traditional countries.

Amidst ongoing geopolitical challenges, including Russia's war in Ukraine, Trump met with various world leaders on the summit's sidelines, including Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The president indicated that a resolution to the conflict in Ukraine was possible, stating, "I think there's going to be ... something's going to come out."

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I have no concerns at all about anything.

The U.S. has also taken economic action against Iran, revoking a general license for oil sales after the tanker attacks, which jeopardizes a U.S.-Iran memorandum of understanding and Iran's ability to negotiate.

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But I think there's going to be ... something's going to come out.