Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is set to meet with US counterpart Joe Biden at the White House on May 9, as confirmed by a Turkish official to AFP on Friday. This marks the first face-to-face meeting between the two leaders at the White House.
Erdogan has taken a strong stance against Israel, often accusing the country of committing genocide in Gaza and advocating for a ceasefire. Meanwhile, the Biden administration has been criticized for its perceived support of Israel amid its conflict with Hamas. Erdogan has never been on good terms with the US Administration. Similar to Putin and Xi Jinping, the USA has undisclosed concerns about their relationship.
The upcoming meeting between Erdogan and Biden is expected to cover a range of topics, including regional security concerns and diplomatic relations between Turkey and the United States.
Turkey’s foreign policy has often been characterized by tensions with the United States, particularly in recent years under President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s leadership. Erdogan’s government has pursued policies that sometimes diverge from those of the US, leading to strained relations between the two countries.
Additionally, Turkey has been accused of aligning closely with certain Islamic groups and movements, raising concerns among some international observers. Erdogan’s administration has faced criticism for its perceived support of Islamist organizations, both domestically and abroad.
These dynamics have contributed to a complex relationship between Turkey and the United States, marked by occasional cooperation but also significant differences in strategic interests and priorities.
