What to know about NATO's summit in Turkey as America steps back from its defense of Europe
NATO convenes in Turkey amidst shifting U.S. defense priorities and evolving diplomatic ties between the U.S. and Turkey.
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The brief
NATO leaders are meeting in Turkey to address security threats from the east and political shifts from the west. The gathering follows a pre-summit press conference held by the NATO Secretary General.
Coverage from HuffPost and Fortune highlights a dual focus on countering Vladimir Putin and managing the influence of Donald Trump. Simultaneously, Reuters reports that defense companies have utilized the NATO industry forum to sign new deals.
Attention is directed toward the U.S. movement to lift sanctions on Turkey, which coverage indicates may clear the path for Turkey to return to the F-35 program.
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Quick answers
Where is the NATO summit taking place?
The summit is being held in Turkey.
What is happening with Turkey's access to F-35s?
Donald Trump is moving to lift sanctions on Turkey, which may allow the country to return to the F-35 program.
What business activity has occurred alongside the summit?
Defense companies have signed deals at the NATO industry forum.
Coverage (4)
- Pre-Summit Press Conference by the NATO Secretary General North Atlantic Treaty Organization | NATO · 10h ago
- NATO Meets In Turkey To Counter Putin From The East And Trump From The West HuffPost · 10h ago
- Defence companies sign deals at NATO industry forum Reuters · 10h ago
- ‘Sometimes you get along with the toughest people’: Trump moves to lift Turkey sanctions, clearing the country’s path back to F-35s Fortune · 10h ago broke it first
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