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Trump Secretly Leaves NATO Summit in Turkey Amid Iran Threat; Oil Prices Rise

President Donald Trump reportedly used a covert method to exit the NATO summit in Turkey due to a credible assassination threat, while oil prices increased as hopes for a Strait of Hormuz deal diminish.

Aug 11, 2026, 8:25 AM Deutsche Welle

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On Tuesday, August 11th, 2026, President Donald Trump reportedly employed an elaborate ruse to leave the NATO summit held in Turkey amid a credible assassination threat linked to tensions in the Middle East.

Simultaneously, oil prices rose as hopes for a diplomatic resolution concerning the Strait of Hormuz faded. The Strait of Hormuz remains a critical chokepoint for global oil shipments, and instability in the region has direct implications for energy markets.

The developments highlight ongoing geopolitical tensions involving Iran and the broader Middle East, with Turkey and NATO also central to the unfolding situation.

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