Trump calls NATO summit in The Hague one of the most successful in its history
US President Donald Trump praised the NATO summit held in The Hague on June 24-25, calling it “the most productive and successful in history.” Amid uncertainty about the future of this important international event, which was being called into question due to the unpredictability of an independent and interim head of the White House, Trump sought to emphasize the significance and positive outcome of the meeting with his statement. It became a landmark event that caused a wide resonance in diplomatic circles and among analysts. Through his page on the social network Truth Social, the US president said: “Yesterday’s NATO summit was a great, most coordinated and productive in history. It was a wonderful day with incredible, caring leaders. The agreement to increase contributions by 5% gives NATO real strength!” Such words emphasize not only the high level of unity among the allies, but also Trump's personal satisfaction with the results of the meeting. It is worth noting that this event was not a coincidence. The topic of special treatment of Trump by the summit organizers was repeatedly raised in media circles. According to reports from European Truth, the key goal of the hosts of the Hague forum was to "appease" the American leader by filling the event's program with special symbolism. In particular, Trump was accommodated in the royal palace, and the royal family paid him special attention and care, striving to create the most favorable conditions for his participation. Another confirmation of this strategy was the special efforts to create a comfortable environment around the American president. The summit program was adjusted to all his wishes, and many leaders, including Dutch Prime Minister Mark Rutte, openly expressed their respect and even flattered Trump. This was particularly evident in his personal contacts with other participants in the event. Another significant moment was Trump’s unauthorized publication of a personal letter from Rutte, in which the Dutch prime minister admired and supported his American counterpart. Trump responded by publishing the letter, underlining the level of trust and sympathy between the leaders. Rutte responded with even more praise, and countless jokes and friendly gestures attracted public attention: he was even called “Dad,” emphasizing the warmth and level of friendly relations. Overall, Trump’s publications and actions indicate that he sought not only to assess the forum’s performance in numerical terms, but also to create an image of allied unity and international stability in the context of his presidential ambitions. And while critics emphasize political manipulation and a frivolous attitude towards multilateral processes, it was Trump’s statements that helped him create a positive background mood around the summit in light of domestic political challenges in the United States and strengthen his reputation among supporters. Therefore, the results of this summit, according to Trump, were indeed “the most productive” and strengthened the US position in transatlantic cooperation, and the event itself became a vivid example of how a personal approach and political diplomacy can influence the international image and effectiveness of many extraneous events.