President Donald Trump to visit Turkey for bilateral talks and NATO summit

United States President Donald Trump is scheduled to arrive in Turkey on July 7 for a 36-hour visit. The trip includes a two-hour bilateral meeting with President Recep Tayyip Erdogan and attendance at a NATO dinner attended by Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis. While correspondent Michalis Ignatiou reports that Trump claims the visit is personal and requested by Erdogan, official agendas confirm it aligns with the NATO summit held on July 8. Trump has alleged that Erdogan supported U.S. efforts regarding Iran, although analyst Michalis Ignatiou disputes this claim and notes that Greece also supported U.S. requests. Reports suggest the U.S. may announce the supply of aircraft engines, though White House officials have officially remained silent on specific military aid, including F-35 fighter jets. Tensions persist regarding the motivations behind the visit and the potential for U.S. arms transfers to Ankara.