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Turkey Warns U.S. NATO Withdrawal Threatens European Security

4/18/2026

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Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan warned that a U.S. withdrawal from NATO could impact European security.
He criticized European Union NATO members for acting independently.
He urged allies to leverage the Ankara summit to mend relations with the U.S., noting U.S. President Donald Trump’s frustrations.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte acknowledged these frustrations but noted broad European support for U.S. efforts in the region.

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Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan warned that a U.S. withdrawal from NATO could impact European security.
He criticized European Union NATO members for acting independently.
He urged allies to leverage the Ankara summit to mend relations with the U.S., noting U.S. President Donald Trump’s frustrations.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte acknowledged these frustrations but noted broad European support for U.S. efforts in the region.