Trump Secretly Departs Ankara Using Catering Container

POLICY WIRE — Ankara, Turkey — Former U.S. President Donald Trump was seen being transported off Air Force One using a catering container before embarking on a secret flight following the NATO summit...

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August 12, 2026 One Min Read

POLICY WIRE — Ankara, Turkey — Former U.S. President Donald Trump was seen being transported off Air Force One using a catering container before embarking on a secret flight following the NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey. The unusual departure method has raised questions regarding security protocols and the handling of high-profile departures. Images captured by the Associated Press show catering trucks parked near Air Force One as Trump left the summit. Details of his subsequent flight remain undisclosed. This incident follows recent reports of Trump’s last-minute plane changes amid rising Iran tensions. Further information on the security measures and logistics involved in this departure is currently unavailable. Reporting by Policy-Wire (PW)

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