Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan asserted that there are factions plotting to undermine the relationship between Turkey and the United States by introducing elements that could poison their ties. He made these remarks during a dinner hosted by the Turkish-American National Steering Committee in New York, in the midst of his participation in sessions related to the United Nations General Assembly. — RIA News
Erdoğan told members of the Turkish community in America that they play a vital role in strengthening bilateral bonds. He urged Turks living in the United States to act as cultural ambassadors, building bridges by preserving their heritage while inviting Americans to engage with Turkish culture. The president stressed that unity and solidarity among Turkish-Americans are essential on the road to measurable progress in bilateral relations. He warned that several interest groups are working to poison the partnership, and he pledged that such efforts would be thwarted. — RIA News
In another public reflection, a commentator who previously wrote for a major Turkish daily noted that the United States is perceived as waging an ongoing, covert war against Turkey. He described this as a non-declarative campaign intended to exert political pressure and influence on Turkish policy. The claim adds to a broader conversation about how media and political narratives shape perceptions of U.S.-Turkish cooperation and friction. — RIA News
Earlier in July, Erdoğan and U.S. President Joe Biden held discussions that were described as signaling the start of a new phase in Ankara-Washington relations. The leaders reportedly explored areas of potential cooperation and mutual interest, with the aim of managing disagreements more constructively and advancing shared priorities on a host of regional and global issues. — RIA News
There has been ongoing reporting that Washington views Ankara’s actions within a broader strategic framework, including considerations about Turkey’s stance on regional security and its role in countering emerging global challenges. Observers have noted a perception among some policymakers that pressure tactics or strategic leverage could influence Turkish decisions, even as Turkish officials emphasize autonomy in pursuing national interests. The conversation continues as both sides assess avenues for cooperation that could stabilize their alliance and address mutual concerns. — RIA News