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Erdogan's warm ties with Trump offer Turkey an edge ahead of NATO summit
By Seung Min Kim And Suzan Fraser, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 3, 2026
· 6 min read
President Donald Trump has berated and belittled many of his European counterparts expected to attend next week's NATO summit in Turkey. But host Recep Tayyip Erdogan has drawn on his close ties with the U.S. president to secure his presence at the Ankara event — an appearance that may even come ...
Key takeaway But host Recep Tayyip Erdogan has drawn on his close ties with the U.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
San Antonio 's significant military presence, including several major bases, makes the potential sale of F-35 fighter jets to Turkey a development worth watching. The city's economy is closely tied to the defense industry, and any shift in the global balance of power or changes in NATO's dynamics could have a ripple effect on local businesses and residents. As Trump considers making news on jet engines and F-35 sales during his visit to Turkey, San Antonio's community may be wondering how this could impact the city's own defense sector. The Port San Antonio, a major hub for aerospace and defense operations, could be particularly affected by any changes in the global defense landscape. As the NATO summit unfolds, San Antonians will be keeping a close eye on how Trump's relationship with Erdogan plays out and what it might mean for the city's economic and military ties.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 3, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 6 min
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What is this story about? President Donald Trump has berated and belittled many of his European counterparts expected to attend next week's NATO summit in Turkey. But host Recep Tayyip Erdogan has drawn on his close ties with the U.S. president to secure his presence at the Ankara event — an appearance that may even come ...
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