WATCH LIVE: Trump holds news conference at NATO summit in Turkey
Summary
President Donald Trump criticized some NATO allies at a summit in Turkey, expressing frustration about their response to his proposal to take control of Greenland and their lack of support in his conflict with Iran. He also threatened economic actions against countries that do not back his policies.Key Facts
- The NATO summit took place in Ankara, Turkey.
- President Trump criticized NATO members for opposing his desire to control Greenland, which is part of Denmark but governs itself in many areas.
- He was unhappy that some European NATO countries are not supporting the United States in its efforts related to Iran.
- Spain was specifically called out by Trump as a poor partner in NATO.
- Trump threatened to cut off trade with countries that do not support his positions.
- NATO's European members and Canada have been increasing their defense spending as the U.S. reduces its troop presence in Europe.
- The U.S. wants Europe to take more responsibility for its own security.
- The summit gathered 32 NATO leaders to discuss military and security matters.
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