US President Trump held discussions with Russian President Putin and Ukrainian President Zelensky regarding the Ukraine conflict prior to the NATO summit in Ankara. The conversations centered on finding a settlement in Ukraine.

President Donald Trump is scheduled to meet with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and Syrian President Ahmad al-Sharaa during the NATO summit in Turkey, according to the White House. The meetings aim to address the ongoing conflict between Ukraine and Moscow, as well as discuss Syria's role in the Middle East, as Trump has previously expressed interest in the region.

Security forces in Ankara, Turkey, detained over 200 individuals suspected of having links to extremist groups, including the Islamic State, during raids conducted ahead of the NATO summit scheduled for July 7-8. U.S. President Donald Trump is expected to attend the summit alongside leaders from the 32-member alliance.

Dangote Petroleum Refinery exported 466,000 metric tonnes of jet fuel to Europe in June, valued at N757 billion, according to Punch. This achievement surpasses shipments from the United States, positioning Nigeria as a significant player in the jet fuel market.

NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has been working to maintain U.S. involvement in NATO since his appointment nearly two years ago, using flattery to persuade President Donald Trump against abandoning the alliance. As the situation evolves, the challenges increase, particularly with an upcoming summit on the horizon, according to AP.

President Donald Trump stated that Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has requested a visit to the White House, which may occur soon after the upcoming NATO summit. In a phone interview with Axios, Trump made a notable comment about their relationship, saying, "He knows who the boss is."