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Trump reaches Turkey for NATO summit, set to meet several alliance leaders

World | Jul 07, 2026, 07:18 PM IST

The summit comes as Russia’s war in Ukraine continues despite repeated attempts to broker peace. Trump is set to meet Volodymyr Zelensky on the sidelines of the summit.

'We defended them for decades, but…': Why Trump rebuked NATO and Italian PM Meloni

World | Jun 22, 2026, 08:10 AM IST

Notably, tensions between Trump and Meloni escalated after the two had a heated exchange after their meeting at the 52nd G7 Summit in France.

Trump invokes Greenland while lambasting NATO over Iran war: 'Big, poorly run, piece of ice'

World | Apr 09, 2026, 07:23 AM IST

US President Donald Trump also voiced strong concerns about NATO during a private meeting with the alliance’s Secretary-General, Mark Rutte, as tensions within the group continue to grow amid the ongoing Iran conflict.

Trump slams NATO over lack of support in US-Israel war on

'It all began with Greenland': Trump blasts NATO over Iran war snub, calls it a 'paper tiger'

World | Apr 07, 2026, 07:04 AM IST

Donald Trump came down heavily on NATO and key allies like Japan, South Korea, and Australia for not supporting the US during the Iran war. He called NATO a “paper tiger” and said the conflict has permanently changed his view of the alliance.

'Looks like Putin's dream plan': Polish PM Tusk rebukes Trump over NATO threats amid Gulf conflict

World | Apr 02, 2026, 04:24 PM IST

Notably, Trump has repeatedly criticised NATO for not supporting the United States in the Middle East conflict. In an interview with The Telegraph on Wednesday, he said he was never convinced by NATO’s strength and had long believed it was ineffective.

Trump to ditch NATO? US President's 'will never forget' remark for allies over 'no support' in Gulf

World | Mar 26, 2026, 04:39 PM IST

Notably, Trump has been strongly critical of his NATO allies in the past few weeks. Earlier on Friday, Trump called NATO countries “cowards” for not supporting the US and Israel in the ongoing operation, warning that their stance would not be forgotten.

'Why didn't you tell me about Pearl Harbor': Trump's reply to reporter on Iran makes Japan PM uneasy

World | Mar 20, 2026, 12:18 PM IST

Notably, Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, was a surprise military strike against the US Pacific Fleet. Its goal was to cripple American naval power, enabling Japan to expand in Southeast Asia, ultimately drawing the US into World War II.

UK PM Starmer seeks Trump's apology for 'downplaying' NATO's role in Afghanistan: 'Insulting'

World | Jan 23, 2026, 11:54 PM IST

Referring to NATO’s role in Afghanistan war, Trump suggested their troops, except those from the US, stayed 'a little back, a little off the front lines.' He argued that the US has not relied on NATO in the past.

Turkey approves Sweden's NATO membership bid after 20-month-long delay

World | Jan 24, 2024, 01:39 AM IST

Turkey, a NATO member, has been dragging its feet on ratifying Sweden’s accession for more than a year, accusing the country of being too lenient toward groups it regards as security threats.

Bill to terminate Pakistan's designation as major non-NATO ally introduced in US House

World | Jan 04, 2021, 09:12 AM IST

The bill also notes that the US President cannot issue a separate designation of Pakistan as a Major NATO ally, unless a presidential certification that Pakistan continues to conduct military operations that are contributing to significantly disrupting the safe haven and freedom of movement of the Haqqani Network in Pakistan.

The bill would be signed into law after both the chambers of the US Congress - the House of Represen

US Senate passes legislative provision to give India 'NATO ally' like status

World | Jul 03, 2019, 11:36 AM IST

The US recognised India as a "Major Defence Partner" in 2016, a designation that allows India to buy more advanced and sensitive technologies from America at par with that of the US' closest allies and partners, and ensures enduring cooperation into the future.

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