Trump and Zelenskiy to Meet at Turkey NATO Summit

Before sitting down with the Ukrainian leader, Trump will open his visit with a consultation with Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan. His itinerary also includes a discussion with Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa and a formal press conference. These engagements serve as a prelude to broader negotiations regarding the alliance's future posture.

Beyond diplomatic talks, the summit will center on the financial commitments of member states. Trump intends to leverage direct discussions to push for increased defense budgets across the bloc. Expectations for the event include the announcement of multibillion-dollar defense agreements designed to reinforce security ties between the U.S. and its European partners.