Trump: “We are great friends” with Erdoğan
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- US President Donald Trump and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan highlighted their close relationship during Trump’s visit to Turkey.
- Trump praised Turkey and signaled plans to advance discussions on the potential sale of F-35 fighter jets to Ankara.
US President Donald Trump and Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan highlighted their close relationship during Trump’s visit to Turkey, with Ankara welcoming the US leader with full diplomatic honors.
Erdoğan hosted Trump with military bands, honor guards, cannon salutes, and a formal ceremony at the Beştepe Presidential Palace, showcasing the importance Ankara places on the visit.
Trump has said his decision to attend the summit was driven largely by his personal relationship with Erdoğan, while the Turkish president praised Trump’s role in strengthening the meeting.
"He is adding might and strength to the summit," Erdoğan said.
Trump praised Erdoğan during the visit, describing the two leaders as close friends and commending Turkey’s infrastructure and development.
"We are great friends," Trump said, praising the country’s airport, roads, and other projects.
He described Turkey as a country to be "reckoned" with, adding that their relationship had helped ensure positive outcomes.
Trump is expected to signal support for discussions on selling Turkey F-35 fighter jets, a move that could mark a major shift in defense ties between Washington and Ankara.
The visit comes as Turkey seeks a larger role in regional security discussions and NATO cooperation, while both leaders emphasize closer bilateral relations.
