Trump set to put NATO unity to the test at Turkey summit
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Mark Rutte came prepared for his latest visit to Washington in late June.
As Donald Trump complained about European allies and their reluctance to support the United States during the war against Iran, the NATO secretary-general responded with praise.
July 3, 2026 / 4:46 AM EDT / CBS/AFP Add CBS News on Google President Trump said late Thursday it's "ridiculous" for the United States to continue its "one sided" relationship with NATO.
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As Donald Trump complained about European allies and their reluctance to support the United States during the war against Iran, the NATO secretary-general responded with praise.
July 3, 2026 / 4:46 AM EDT / CBS/AFP Add CBS News on Google President Trump said late Thursday it's "ridiculous" for the United States to continue its "one sided" relationship with NATO.
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Mark Rutte came prepared for his latest visit to Washington in late June.