President Donald Trump welcomed Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to the White House, marking a high-profile meeting between the two leaders.

The visit comes as Washington and Ankara continue to navigate a complex relationship shaped by regional security, trade, and NATO commitments. Both leaders are expected to discuss counterterrorism efforts, defense cooperation, and economic ties, while also addressing points of tension, including U.S. policy in the Middle East.

The White House emphasized the importance of strengthening bilateral ties, noting that Turkey remains a key NATO ally. Erdogan, for his part, signaled his intention to deepen cooperation with the United States while raising concerns important to Ankara’s national interests.

The meeting underscores the strategic significance of U.S.-Turkey relations as global security challenges continue to evolve.