Trump Flees Turkey on Smaller Aircraft Amid Security Threat

Several close aides accompanied President Donald Trump on a smaller aircraft departing from Turkey after he left a larger plane, according to a source familiar with the arrangements. The decision to switch planes was prompted by a specific threat to Air Force One from a shoulder-fired missile, which emerged on the final day of the NATO summit in Turkey. A catering truck was used to facilitate the transfer to the smaller C-32A aircraft. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth was among those who traveled with Trump, while Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent remained on the larger plane. Trump later confirmed the switch but downplayed the situation, stating he follows the advice of the Secret Service and military. Concerns about Iranian threats on his life were raised during his visit, with some Iranian officials calling for action against him. Intelligence reports indicated that Israel had shared information regarding a potential assassination plan against Trump.