As the NATO summit convenes in Ankara, President Trump expressed plans to lift sanctions on Turkey and is considering returning Turkey to the F-35 fighter jet program. Despite concerns raised by Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu and bipartisan opposition in Congress over national security implications, Trump praised Turkish President Erdogan and indicated a willingness to approve the sale of the advanced jets. Erdogan appeared optimistic about forthcoming decisions, signaling a potential shift in U.S.-Turkey relations ahead of the summit.