Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan met with U.S. President Donald Trump at the Royal Palace in The Hague to discuss bilateral relations and regional/international issues. The meeting followed an official dinner hosted by Dutch King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima for NATO leaders.

Key Discussion Points:

1. Gaza Crisis: President Erdoğan emphasized the urgent need for dialogue to end the humanitarian tragedy in Gaza.

2. Ukraine War: Stressed the importance of finding a peaceful resolution to the Russia-Ukraine conflict.

3. Economic Cooperation: Highlighted significant potential in energy and investment sectors.

4. Defense Industry: Proposed enhanced defense cooperation to achieve $100 billion bilateral trade target.

5. Middle East Ceasefire: Welcomed the U.S.-brokered Israel-Iran ceasefire, expressing hope for its permanence.

NATO Solidarity:
Both leaders reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening NATO's deterrent capabilities as key allies.

Context:

• Meeting occurred during the 2025 NATO Summit

• Turkish Presidency's Communications Directorate issued official readout

• Discussions focused on Turkey-U.S. strategic partnership