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Trump says U.S. will lift sanctions on Turkey

Trump says U.S. will lift sanctions on Turkey

Summary

President Trump announced at a NATO meeting in Turkey that the United States will end sanctions against Turkey. These sanctions were put in place after Turkey bought a missile system from Russia.

Key Facts

  • President Trump made the announcement during the NATO summit held in Turkey.
  • The U.S. will lift sanctions on Turkey soon.
  • Sanctions were originally imposed because Turkey purchased a Russian missile defense system.
  • President Trump described Turkey as very loyal.
  • The announcement followed a meeting between President Trump and Turkey’s President, Recep Tayyip Erdoğan.
  • The missile system involved is linked to Russia, which caused concerns for the U.S. and NATO.
  • The news was reported by CBS News correspondent Olivia Gazis.
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