Trump Challenges Turkey to Stop Fueling Russia’s War: Accountability Demands Action
During a critical meeting, President Trump pressed Turkey to halt its purchase of Russian oil, challenging Erdogan to stop enabling Kremlin aggression in Ukraine—highlighting gaps in current U.S. strategy.
In a direct and unambiguous message from the Oval Office, former President Donald Trump confronted Turkey’s Recep Tayyip Erdogan with a clear call: end the purchase of Russian oil that fuels Vladimir Putin’s brutal invasion of Ukraine. This stark ultimatum arrives amid ongoing global confusion over how best to apply pressure on Moscow without compromising American interests.Why Does Turkey Still Fund Russia’s War?Trump’s challenge exposes a critical weakness in Washington’s current approach—too often characterized by half-measures and reluctance to confront allies who enable authoritarian aggression. While Erdogan has maintained neutrality, profiting economically from energy deals with Russia, this stance undermines...
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