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Nato chief Rutte tries to ease tensions over Iran with Trump

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June 25, 2026

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Nato allies that are staying out of the Iran conflict. His White House visit comes ahead of Trump's trip to Ankara for the Nato summit. This as Washington and Tehran continue to send mixed messages about the terms of a lasting ceasefire, while Secretary of State Marco Rubio reassures Gulf nations of US security commitments.. Matilda Mothoatlhaga reports.

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TASS

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· Jul 1, 2026

Press review: US-Iran truce strains and EU struggles on new Russia sanctions

Top stories from the Russian press on Wednesday, July 1st

TRT World

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· Jul 3, 2026

Nato allies Türkiye and US reaffirm long-standing partnership

As Nato leaders gather in Ankara for a summit to address global security challenges, diplomatic relations are once again in focus. Over the years, the Turkish and US presidents have remained in contact during regional crises, discussing issues from Syria and Iran to broader security concerns. Supporters of Ankara's diplomatic approach say its ability to engage both Washington and regional actors gives it a unique role during times of instability. Asli Atbas reports.

Al Jazeera

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· Jun 25, 2026

Iran accuses NATO of ‘complicity’ in US war: What role did EU nations play?

NATO boss tries to convince Trump that European allies were there for the US during war on Iran.

The Japan Times

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· Jul 5, 2026

Trump heads to NATO summit to meet Zelenskyy, face wary allies

Ties between Washington and the NATO have worsened since the U.S. and Israel launched their war on Iran on Feb. 28.

India TV News

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· Jun 22, 2026

'We defended them for decades, but…': Why Trump rebuked NATO and Italian PM Meloni

US President Donald Trump has criticised NATO member countries and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni, saying they have not supported efforts linked to what he called Iran’s “very serious nuclear threat”. He said allies have failed to stand with the United States despite long-standing American security support.

Korea Times News

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· Jul 8, 2026

Trump sidetracks NATO with new Iran strikes while in Turkey

Trump sidetracks NATO with new Iran strikes while in Turkey

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Related coverage for "Nato chief Rutte tries to ease tensions over Iran with Trump": TASS — Press review: US-Iran truce strains and EU struggles on new Russia sanctions. TRT World — Nato allies Türkiye and US reaffirm long-standing partnership. Al Jazeera — Iran accuses NATO of ‘complicity’ in US war: What role did EU nations play?. The Japan Times — Trump heads to NATO summit to meet Zelenskyy, face wary allies . India TV News — 'We defended them for decades, but…': Why Trump rebuked NATO and Italian PM Meloni. Korea Times News — Trump sidetracks NATO with new Iran strikes while in Turkey