Trump says US‑Turkey ties stronger than ever after NATO summit

Trump also used the occasion to describe the overall relationship between Washington and Ankara as “exceptionally strong.” He pointed out that Turkey, with its sizable armed forces, is the second‑largest NATO member after the United States. According to the president, the renewed political goodwill stems from both sides’ commitment to shared security goals. He recalled his own first term, noting that ties were already solid then, and claimed the current administration has taken them to a higher level. The president contrasted this vibe with the period after Joe Biden took office, when he believes the relationship suffered, and said the November elections in Turkey helped reset the climate of cooperation.