NATO Tries to Win Trump's Support After Iran Clash

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Ankara: NATO leaders are attempting to restore relations with US President Donald Trump at the alliance summit after tensions erupted over the Iran crisis, with European allies wanting to convince Washington of their commitment to the alliance.

The diplomatic drive comes after Trump criticised many NATO allies for hesitating to support US military action against Iran, sparking new concerns about Washington's commitment to the alliance. In order to alleviate the strain, alliance leaders are expected to emphasise higher defence budget, better allocation of duties, and sustained cooperation on European security issues.

The meeting will also consider sustaining support for Ukraine, bolstering Europe's security capabilities, and the future of US force deployments across the continent. NATO officials are likely to reaffirm the alliance's collective defence commitments while avoiding any further public differences with Washington.

According to diplomats, many member states believe that maintaining solid relations with the Trump administration is critical to deterring Russian security concerns and sustaining US leadership within the alliance. Leaders hope that the summit would project unity despite recent policy differences on the Middle East, Iran, and larger military goals, highlighting NATO's commitment to collective security in an increasingly unpredictable global environment.