In a recent talk, President Donald Trump urged Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan to halt the import of Russian oil, a move that highlights Turkey’s heavy reliance on Moscow for energy. The dialogue also brushed on Ankara’s exclusion from the F‑35 program after acquiring the Russian S‑400 system. A new 20‑year LNG agreement with the United States signals a shift toward diversification. The exchange underscores the delicate balance NATO members face between strategic alliances and energy security.
