President Trump Participates in a Bilateral Meeting with the President of the Republic of Turkey
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Introduction
On September 25, 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump welcomed Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to the White House for a bilateral meeting, marking Erdogan's first visit in six years. The discussions, held in the Oval Office, centered on strengthening U.S.-Turkey relations, which Trump described as having reached "a much different level" during his presidencies. Key topics included military equipment sales such as F-35 and F-16 jets, the Patriot missile defense system, trade expansion, the release of Pastor Andrew Brunson in the past, the Hagia Sophia (referred to as "hotbot" and "Had school" in the dialogue), NATO commitments, the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war, the Gaza conflict and hostage situation, Syria's political transition, potential lifting of CAATSA sanctions on Turkey, tariffs, government shutdown furloughs, rising left-wing violence, and an impending indictment of former FBI Director James Comey. Trump praised Erdogan as a "highly respected man" and "tough" leader with significant influence in the region, emphasizing their long-standing friendship tested during Trump's "exile" after what he called a "rigged election." The meeting coincided with the 80th UN General Assembly (UNA), providing a backdrop for broader discussions on peace efforts in the Middle East and Europe. Pressed by reporters, both leaders addressed these issues candidly, with Trump expressing optimism for deals on military sales and trade while urging Turkey to halt Russian oil purchases. The exchange highlighted aligned interests on Syria and Gaza, amid ongoing global tensions.
Table of Contents
1. Opening Remarks and Personal Friendship
2. Historical Gesture: Release of Pastor Brunson
3. Trade and Military Cooperation Discussions
4. Erdogan's Response and Agenda Items
5. Hagia Sophia and Greek Orthodox Church Support
6. Praise for Erdogan's Leadership and Regional Influence
7. Concerns Over Russia-Ukraine War and Oil Purchases
8. Reporter Question on Patriot System and Past Administrations
9. Trump's Response on Military Sales and Deal-Making
10. Question on Trump's Peace Efforts in the Region
11. Question on Lifting CAATSA Sanctions
12. Tariffs, NATO Spending, and Russia Oil Conversations
13. Assertion on Preventing the Ukraine War
14. Gaza Conflict and Hostage Negotiations
15. NATO Airspace Fragility and Turkey's Role
16. Potential Steps on Gaza Today
17. Erdogan's Potential Role in Hostage Release
18. Joint Initiative for Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks
19. Emphasis on Erdogan's Influence and Stopping Russian Oil
20. Follow-Up on Meeting with Iranian President
21. Syria's Transition and Erdogan's Responsibility
22. Government Shutdown Furloughs and Democratic Policies
23. Response to Shooting at ICE Facility and Left-Wing Violence
24. Indictment of James Comey and Russia Hoax Accountability
25. Closing Remarks
1. Opening Remarks and Personal Friendship
President Trump began the meeting by expressing gratitude and pleasure in hosting President Erdogan, noting their long-standing friendship that dates back over four years, even during Trump's period of "exile" following what he described as an "unfairly" rigged election. Trump stated, "we've been friends for a long time actually even for four years uh when I was in exile unfairly as it turns out. Rigged election you know he knows about rigged elections better than anybody." He emphasized that this period served as a true test of their friendship. Trump described Erdogan as a "highly respected man," respected in Turkey, throughout Europe, and around the world where he is known. He highlighted Erdogan's achievement in building a "tremendous military, powerful military" that utilizes a significant amount of U.S. equipment. Trump called it "an honor to have him at the White House," announcing plans for a shared lunch and a "big discussion." He anticipated a productive couple of hours, stating, "We're going to get a lot done." Trump reiterated his "great respect" for Erdogan and their "very good relationship for a long time."
2. Historical Gesture: Release of Pastor Brunson
Trump recalled a significant past event in their relationship: Erdogan's role in freeing American Pastor Andrew Brunson. Trump noted that Brunson had been imprisoned for what was projected to be 35 years before Trump's involvement. He criticized previous efforts, saying, "This was uh a group that should have stopped it." After Trump personally called Erdogan, the pastor was released, which Trump described as "a great thing for our Christian community, our evangelical community." He added that "the evangelicals really really wanted that" and it was "very important" to them. Trump expressed lasting gratitude, stating, "So I always remembered that." He confirmed Brunson's current well-being: "Pastor Brunson now is healthy, happy and well. We're very happy about that." Trump concluded by reiterating the honor of having the Turkish president present.
Erdogan responded briefly with "Fine" when asked how he was, and Trump prompted him to "Say a few words," calling him a "Great guy." Erdogan's remarks followed in Turkish (noted as foreign speech in the transcript).
3. Trade and Military Cooperation Discussions
Trump outlined the agenda, emphasizing extensive U.S.-Turkey trade and plans for expansion: "We do a lot of trade with Turkey and we're going to continue. We're going to do some additional trade." He specifically mentioned Turkey's interest in purchasing F-16s, F-35s, and other items, stating, "They want to buy F-16s, F-35s, and some other things. and we're going to talk to them about that." He anticipated "a very interesting couple of hours" focused on these matters.
4. Erdogan's Response and Agenda Items
In his first English-translated remarks, Erdogan expressed pleasure that the visit coincided with the 80th UN General Assembly (UNA), allowing him to be with "colleagues and friends." He referenced progress in U.S.-Turkey relations during Trump's first and second terms: "as we have said during the first term of your presidency and during your second term we are able to carry Turkey and US relations to a much different level and process." Erdogan confirmed opportunities to discuss F-35, F-16, and the "hotbot case" (later clarified as related to Hagia Sophia), stating, "we have an opportunity here today to be able to discuss some of the issues regarding the F-35 the F-16 and also the hotbot case and we will have an opportunity to thoroughly discuss them." Regarding the "Had school" (Hagia Sophia), he affirmed readiness to contribute: "based on what you have mentioned regarding the Had school uh we are ready to do whatever we can that falls on our part." Erdogan planned to discuss the issue with "the esteemed Mr. Bartholomos" (Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew) upon returning to advance progress.
5. Hagia Sophia and Greek Orthodox Church Support
Trump acknowledged Erdogan's commitment positively: "Okay, very good. I would like to be able to do that." He mentioned a recent interaction with the Greek Orthodox Church representatives at the White House, who sought assistance: "Uh the Greek Orthodox Church was here and they would really like to have some help. They need some help and I said I'd mention it. We appreciate it."
6. Praise for Erdogan's Leadership and Regional Influence
Trump characterized Erdogan as "a tough man" and "highly opinionated," adding with humor, "Usually I don't like opinionated people, but I always like this one." He praised Erdogan's performance: "But he's a tough one. And uh he does an amazing job in this country." Trump highlighted their "tremendous relationships, both having to do with war and having to do with trade," noting that the day's talks would cover both. He anticipated discussions on stopping Russian oil purchases amid the Ukraine conflict.
7. Concerns Over Russia-Ukraine War and Oil Purchases
Trump expressed strong disapproval of Russia's actions in Ukraine: "I'd like to have him stop buying any oil from Russia while Russia continues this rampage against Ukraine." He described the devastation: "And they've been fighting. They've lost millions of lives already. And for what? You know, for what? Disgraceful." Referencing his previous day's comments, Trump said he had suggested letting the conflict continue due to Russia's deteriorating economy: "And I said yesterday, let it keep going because their economy is absolutely terrible right now. And I think it's I think it's a shame that they're doing that. Killing a lot of people unnecessarily." He cited recent casualties: "7,818 people were killed last week. Mostly military people, their people, and Ukrainians. more Russians actually than Ukraine. A little bit more." Trump called it "such a waste of human life" and urged, "And so we ought to stop. You know, Putin ought to stop." He transitioned to trade discussions, praising Turkish products: "We're going to make some great trade deals for both countries. We do a lot of business with Turkey. They build great products. They build beautiful, great products. Really fantastic manufacturers. And we buy a lot from them and they buy a lot from us." Trump then invited questions.
8. Reporter Question on Patriot System and Past Administrations
A reporter thanked Trump for repeatedly criticizing the Obama and Biden administrations' "stupid decisions," citing the refusal to sell Patriot missile defense systems to Turkey, which led to Turkey's expulsion from the F-35 program. The reporter asked, "Now you are known to be a great deal maker in Turkey. What can you do to undo the stupidity?"
9. Trump's Response on Military Sales and Deal-Making
Trump first addressed the reporter's affiliation lightheartedly: "Yes. CNN because you sounded like a nice guy but CNN is fake news. I mean, but you sound like the real deal to me, so I'll answer the question." He confirmed discussions on the Patriot system: "And we're going to be discussing the Patriot system, which is the best system." Trump outlined the agenda: "Uh, we'll discuss that. We're going to discuss the F-35. We'll be discussing all of the things that you know about and that some of that you mentioned." He expressed confidence in Erdogan's success: "Um, and I think he'll be successful with buying the things he'd like to buy." When pressed further, Trump said, "What can you say? Well, we'll have to see. We haven't even started yet, but I know he wants uh he wants the F-35 and he's wanted that and we're talking about that very seriously and the F-16 were in great shape." He committed to facilitating needs: "Uh certain other things he needed as you know, and I'm going to see to it that we get that to him. He needs certain things and we need certain things and we're going to come to a conclusion. You'll know by the end of the day."
10. Question on Trump's Peace Efforts in the Region
Amid music in the background, a reporter asked Erdogan about Trump's peace efforts and his contacts with regional leaders: "you have referred to President Trump's peace efforts and you have also contact with many leaders in the region and uh what do you think that you can do about this." The question was translated for Trump: "and Mr. President has said that yes I believe in the peace efforts that President uh Trump is leading and together we will be able to overcome the challenges in the region." Trump affirmed Erdogan's influence: "I think it's true he's got tremendous influence in the region."
11. Question on Lifting CAATSA Sanctions
Another reporter inquired, "Mr. President, when are you planning to lift Katsa sanctions against against sanctions against Turkey?" Trump responded optimistically: "Could be very soon. If we have a good if we have a good meeting almost immediately."
12. Tariffs, NATO Spending, and Russia Oil Conversations
A Turkish reporter asked about imposing tougher sanctions on removing tariffs on U.S. goods and its impact on U.S. production: "Mr. Are you willing to impose tougher sanctions on removing tariffs on US goods and what impact it would be in US production?" Trump engaged warmly: "Where are you from? Turkey. I see. We have a lot of people from Turkey here. Because I like the questions very much actually. They got very nice questions and we'll see about tariffs. We're going to be talking about tariffs." On gun conversations and Russia oil, even if not all NATO countries stop purchasing: "You will remove guns. Well, we're going to be talking about that gun conversations on Russia, even if not all NATO countries um stop purchasing Russian oil. We're going to be seeing about that." Trump praised NATO's progress: "The NATO countries were disappointing in that regard, but they've been very amazing in other ways. They did, as you know, they went from 2% to 5% GDP. And that's a big step." He noted the financial benefits: "And it's paid. I mean, they have the money there. And we're selling a tremendous amount of military equipment to NATO. We're selling. We're not giving like Biden did." Trump assumed much goes to Ukraine: "We're selling it to NATO. And it's it's a lot. They're buying a lot. And I assume they're giving it to Ukraine. They could buy it for other reasons, too, but I assume they're giving most of it to Ukraine, but they're buying highly sophisticated weaponry, and uh they're paying for it full price."
13. Assertion on Preventing the Ukraine War
Trump asserted his preventive role: "And uh that's how we're involved. Biden gave $350 billion. Look, this war would have never started if I were president. If I were president, this war would never be happened. Would have never happened." Erdogan and others affirmed agreement.
14. Gaza Conflict and Hostage Negotiations
A reporter asked about alignment on Palestine: "Mr. President, I'd like to ask about Gaza. Are you on the same page, Mr. Ardan for Palestine is?" Trump deferred on Erdogan's stance: "Well, I don't know his stance. I can't tell you about that." He expressed urgency: "I just say that uh we want to get Gaza over with." Trump referenced a recent meeting: "I had a great meeting with the leaders of that area, of that region. Uh, generally speaking, the Middle East, we had a great meeting the other day at ANGA, as you know, and I think we're I think we're close to getting some kind of a deal done." On hostages: "Yeah, we want to we want to get the hostages back. I have to get the hostages back." He detailed the situation: "We're the ones that got the hostages, all of them that we have now. But it looks like there are 20 living hostages and probably 38 or so dead hostages. Pretty sad." Trump noted the anguish of families: "And the parents of those dead souls, those dead mostly men, boys, many cases like literally boys, they want those bodies back so badly as much as though they were alive." He described the recent multilateral meeting: "And so we had a we had a very good meeting with the representatives of the most powerful countries in the Middle East, and I think we're going to be close to a deal."
15. NATO Airspace Fragility and Turkey's Role
A reporter raised concerns about airspace vulnerability in the Ukraine and Israel-Iran conflicts: "Mr. President, uh we've noticed that in the Ukrainian war and uh during the Israeli Iran war, uh the the airspace of the NATO countries uh is very fragile and it needs to be uh stronger and in that sense Turkey being the second largest army in NATO uh it needs to support its air force and air defense. How do you look at this issue in general as a nation?" Trump tied it to NATO spending: "Because We're in NATO and and you know they're paying now 5% of GDP. Nobody thought that was possible and they agreed to that six months ago when I was there and the relationship is very good." He elaborated: "The NATO countries are I mean with us is the strongest it's ever been. We used to complain that they're paying 2% but they're not paying. The United States was paying almost everything and now they're paying 5% and they pay and that's trillions of dollars. you know, we're talking about trillions of dollars." Trump highlighted U.S. sales: "And they're spending that, giving that money to us, and we are giving them great defensive, you know, the Patriots and all of the different uh javelins, all the different missile systems and everything else that they want, but it's a, you know, it's trillions of dollars." He contrasted with Biden: "So, we appreciate that they did that. So, they went from 2% to 5% of GDP. And that was something that nobody even would bring up. Biden should have brought it up a long time ago because uh under Biden we paid $350 billion and all it did is make things worse." On fighter jets for Turkey: "So we'll see how to Turkey fighter jets and fighter jets for Turkey. Yes, we are."
16. Potential Steps on Gaza Today
A reporter asked about steps on Gaza-Palestine: "Mr. Are we going to see are we going to see any step is going to be taken today about the issue I think things are going on in the Gaza Palestine. Are we going to." Trump replied, "it could be today? Yeah, could be today." He mentioned ongoing dialogues: "We have a very strong dialogue going on with uh Saudi Arabia with I would say you have four or five real leaders that are being good." Trump listed recent meetings: "As you know I met with Qatar, Saudi Arabia, UAE. Uh we met with Jordan. The king of Jordan was there. We had we had great we had a really great meeting." He noted outcomes: "I think a lot was uh determined at that meeting and I have to meet with Israel and I have to do that also. They know what I want and we think I think we can get that one done. I hope we can get it done." Urgency on lives: "A lot of people are dying but we want the hostages back." He specified demands: "We don't want them back one this week, one in two months from now, three later and you know like the way it's been going. We got them all back. We got a lot of them back. We got our American the American Alexander. We got the American hostages back. But we have now 20 plus 38 bodies, dead bodies. And we want them all back. And we want them back at one time."
17. Erdogan's Potential Role in Hostage Release
Music played as a reporter asked if Erdogan would help with hostages: "Mr. President [Music] will help the hostages in President will help the hostages." Trump downplayed the need: "I don't know if he'll help in that. I I don't really think we have I don't think it'll be necessary in this case. I think we're going to be in a pretty good position." He credited multilateral support: "There are a lot of people that want that done. I met with great leaders. Look over, you saw the people that were there and uh great leaders. Egypt was also represented." Trump planned to push Israel: "Uh we met with the leaders of that part of the world and they want to see if they can get something done and I have I'm going to have to tell Israel, let's go. We want to get the hostages back." Broad desire for peace: "They want everybody wants to see that war over with, by the way. Everybody. So, we're going to see what happens."
18. Joint Initiative for Russia-Ukraine Peace Talks
A reporter proposed collaboration: "Mr. Mr. President, how do you see a joint initiative with President Erdogan to bring the president of Russia, Putin and President Zalinski to the facing table?" Trump praised Erdogan's respect: "Well, I can tell you that President Erdogan is very respected by both of them. Everybody respects Erdogan. They really respect Erdogan. I do." He noted neutrality: "And uh I think he could have a big influence if he wants to. Right now he's very neutral. He likes being neutral. So do I. like being neutral." Primary suggestion: "But uh he's somebody that if he got involved, the best thing he could do is not buy oil and gas from Russia. If he did if he did that, that would be probably the best thing."
19. Emphasis on Erdogan's Influence and Stopping Russian Oil
Trump reiterated familiarity: "He knows Putin like I know Putin." He reflected on his record: "Uh I thought Putin I I settled as you know seven wars and it's probably more than that if you really want to know the real facts, but seven wars and I thought this would be among the easier ones to settle." Disappointment in Putin: "But uh I'm very disappointed in Putin and he's been fighting hard. He's been fighting long and they lost millions. They lost like a million soldiers." Recent setbacks: "And you know they with all of the heavy bombardment over the last two weeks. They've gained almost no land. Think of that. They've gained almost no land." Critique of efforts: "And I'm not going to ever call anybody a paper tiger, but Russia spent millions and millions of dollars in bombs, missiles, ammunition, and lives. Their lives, and they've gained virtually no land." Call to end: "Uh, I think it's time to stop. I really do."
20. Follow-Up on Meeting with Iranian President
A reporter referenced a recent meeting: "A few months ago, you met with Ali and Pashan. Can you follow up? where you met with Ali and Pin Aaran President Ali and Pin. Can you follow up on uh what you want to say uh about current?" Trump declined: "No, I can't. I just." He then joked about another reporter: "I like this guy. I like him. He's from CNN. Fake news. The worst fake news. But I like him. So it's CNN Turkey. I'll get."
21. Syria's Transition and Erdogan's Responsibility
On Syria, a long-standing issue: "Syria has been a major issue between the two countries for the past decades and you said the future to Syria is in Erdogan's hands back in I think December and January and the countries are in the process of integrating fractures into the main government want to see that happen." Trump credited Erdogan: "Well, I think President Erdogan is the one responsible for Syria for the for the successful fight in ridding Syria of its past leader." He urged recognition: "And I think this man is responsible. He doesn't take the responsibility, but it's actually a great achievement. They've been trying to do it for 2,000 years. I said, he does it. He did it." Trump noted proxies: "I mean, they're your surrogates. I think you should take the credit for it. I told him, take the credit. For 2,000 years, you've been trying to take over Syria. He took over Syria and he doesn't want to take the credit." On sanctions relief: "You know, all of those people are his surrogates. But the leader of Syria, the new leader, as you know, I took sanctions off in order to let them breathe because the sanctions were very strong." He suggested an announcement: "But I think we should have a major announcement today. He was responsible for that victory. It was a victory for Turkey because they've been fighting, as you know, for like a thousand years." Historical context: "And uh it never went, you know, was back and forth, but he's he's responsible for that." At Erdogan's request, supported by Saudi Arabia and Qatar: "So he would have a lot to say with respect to Syria. But uh at his request I took and the request also of the king of Saudi Arabia it's very interesting and Qatar they said if you could uh take the sanctions we had very strong sanctions. I don't they couldn't have lived with those sanctions and I took them off to give them a chance to breathe but uh the president was one of the people that was responsible for that. He asked me to do it."
22. Government Shutdown Furloughs and Democratic Policies
A reporter asked about furloughs during a potential government shutdown: "Mr. President, furlows are very typical when the government shuts down. Why is the administration directing federal layoffs to federal workers?" Trump blamed Democrats: "Well, this is all caused by the Democrats. They uh asked us to do something that's totally unreasonable. They never change." He criticized their priorities: "They want to give money away to illegals illegally people that entered our country illegally. They want to give them massive federal money." Border security: "And we don't want to do that because it means everyone's going to just keep pouring back. Right now we have absolutely perfect borders like you haven't seen in many years. Even better than the I had great borders during my four years. But these borders are stone cold closed. You only come into our country legally now." Accusations against Democrats: "But the Democrats want to give it all away. They want to also they want to open up the borders. Take a look at that big thing. They want to open borders again after what we're going through now. getting rid of prisoners, getting rid of all of these people dropped out from mental institutions, drug dealers, drug addicts, everything that they're putting everybody into our ended now." Specific figures: "But this is what Schumer wants. This is what the Democrats want. They want to have and they want to take our money." Economic success: "We're doing well because of tariffs. We're doing unbelievable. We're making more money than we ever have made." Tariff benefits for farmers: "And by the way, we're going to take some of that tariff money that we made. Just to get off the subject for a second, we're going to take some of that tariff money that we made. We're going to give it to our farmers who are for a little while going to be hurt until it kicks in." Long-term gains: "The tariffs kick in to their benefit. So, we're going to make sure that our farmers are in great shape because we're taking in a lot of money." Anecdote on discovery: "We're finding the other day it was very interesting. They found $31 billion. They said, 'Sir, we found 31.' And I said, 'You mean positively, right?' They said, 'Yeah, 31 million more than we knew.' And they said, 'We don't know where it came from.' I said, 'Check the tariff shelf.' They came back the following morning. They said, 'You're right, sir. It came from the tariffs. We've never seen anything like this.'" Distribution plan: "So, what we're going to be doing uh is we're going to be uh taking some money from all of the tariff money that we've taken and we're going to distribute it to our farmers until the tariffs kick into their benefit, which ultimately the farmers are going to be making a fortune. But it it's a process of it has to kick in."
23. Response to Shooting at ICE Facility and Left-Wing Violence
On a recent shooting: "There was another uh shooting at an ICE facility in Texas yesterday. Detainees were killed. Uh the FBI director posted on social media bullets that were engraved with a message anti-ICE. He just posted another thing on social media saying they recovered. A handwritten note from the subject that read, 'Hopefully this will give ICE agents real terror to think is there a sniper with AP rounds on that roof?' Who do you hold responsible for the uptick in leftwing violence in the country?" Trump attributed it to rhetoric: "Radical left rhetoric. The radical left is causing the problem. Uh they're out of control. They're saying things and and they're really dumb people." Personal critiques: "I mean, I look at Crockett. I look at some of these people. They're they're uh very low IQ people actually, but the radical left is causing this problem. Not the right, the radical left." Warnings: "And it's going to get worse. And ultimately, it's going to go back on them. I mean, bad things happen when they play these games. And uh I'll give you a little clue. The right is a lot tougher than the left. But the right's not doing this. They're not doing it. and they better not get them energized because it won't be good for the left." Balanced stance: "And I don't want to see that happen either. I'm the president of all the people. But the radical left is causing this. Radical left Democrats are causing this problem. And it's h it gets worse. It gets worse and it'll be a point where other people won't take it anymore. And that will not be good for the radical left. And we don't want that."
24. Indictment of James Comey and Russia Hoax Accountability
A reporter noted: "Mr. President, it seems like an indictment of James Comey is intimate. Uh, would this be the first step in accountability for pushing the hoax of Russia, Russia, Russia along with Barack Obama involved as well?" Trump deferred: "Well, I can't tell you what's going to happen because I don't know. You have very professional people headed up by the attorney general, Todd Todd Blanch, and uh Lindseay Alligan, who's very smart, good lawyer, very good lawyer." Process: "uh they're going to make a determination. I'm not making that deter. I I think I'd be allowed to get involved if I want, but I don't really choose to do so." Personal view: "I can only say that Comey is a bad person. He's a sick person. I think he's a sick guy, actually. He did terrible things at the FBI. And uh but I I don't know. I have no idea what's going to happen."
25. Closing Remarks
Trump concluded the press availability: "Thank you very much, everybody. Thank you very much."
Conclusion;
The bilateral meeting between Presidents Trump and Erdogan underscored a renewed commitment to elevating U.S.-Turkey ties, with tangible progress anticipated on military sales like F-35s and F-16s, trade expansion, and lifting CAATSA sanctions, potentially as soon as immediately following a successful discussion. Trump's recounting of their enduring friendship, exemplified by the release of Pastor Brunson, set a tone of mutual respect, while Erdogan's affirmation of collaborative peace efforts highlighted shared goals in resolving regional challenges. The dialogue revealed deep concerns over the Russia-Ukraine war, with calls for halting Russian oil purchases and leveraging Erdogan's influence for negotiations, alongside optimism for a comprehensive Gaza hostage deal involving 20 living and 38 deceased individuals, building on recent multilateral talks with leaders from Qatar, Saudi Arabia, UAE, Jordan, and Egypt. Erdogan's pivotal role in Syria's transition was celebrated as a historic victory, with U.S. sanctions relief enabling integration of factions. Domestically, Trump defended border policies and tariff revenues amid shutdown threats, attributing furloughs to Democratic demands, and blamed radical left rhetoric for rising violence, including the Texas ICE shooting. References to NATO's increased 5% GDP spending and critiques of past administrations' decisions like the Patriot refusal framed a broader narrative of strengthened alliances and economic gains. Overall, the exchange positioned the partnership as instrumental in addressing global conflicts, from Ukraine's "waste of human life" to Gaza's urgent ceasefire needs, with Trump expressing confidence in imminent breakthroughs and a major announcement on Syria, signaling a proactive U.S. approach under his leadership.
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