It’s not every day you see a former U.S. president arriving in Europe with a big smile and shaking hands with royalty — but that’s exactly what happened when Donald Trump touched down in the Netherlands this week.
The occasion? The Netherlands’ first-ever time hosting the NATO summit, and Trump’s arrival was closely tied to his role in brokering a recent ceasefire between Israel and Iran.
Trump Meets Dutch King and Queen in Warm Welcome
Right off the plane in The Hague, Trump shared a friendly handshake and smiles with King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima.
The atmosphere was cordial as world leaders gathered for the NATO summit’s opening family photo and welcome dinner.
Notably, Melania Trump didn’t make the trip overseas with him this time.
Trump Claims Credit for Facilitating Israel-Iran Ceasefire
The ceasefire between Israel and Iran came after over ten days of missile exchanges, and Trump has been quick to highlight his part in bringing it about.
Last Saturday, he ordered targeted strikes on Iranian nuclear sites to support Israel’s efforts to slow Tehran’s nuclear program.
Then, on Monday, Trump said both Israel and Iran contacted him “almost simultaneously” to seek an end to hostilities.
With the help of Vice President J.D. Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and Middle East envoy Steve Witkoff, Trump coordinated with Qatari mediators to hammer out a ceasefire agreement.
NATO Summit Rolls Out the Red Carpet Amid Ongoing Tensions
Despite the tense situation, the NATO summit kicked off with all the usual pomp.
World leaders toasted each other and prepared for a packed day of high-stakes meetings on Wednesday.
Trump’s presence was a highlight, given his recent Middle East diplomacy.
Mystery Surrounds Missing Uranium in Iran After Strikes
Meanwhile, a surprising development is causing concern: the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) confirmed it does not know where approximately 900 pounds of potentially enriched uranium in Iran has gone following the strikes.
IAEA Director Rafael Mariano Grossi told Fox News that their agency has no information on the material’s current location.
Iranian officials claim the uranium was moved for safety reasons ahead of the attacks, but the uncertainty is raising alarms.
The White House is now under pressure to provide clarity, though Trump remains focused on NATO events in the Netherlands.
Busy Day Ahead for Trump at NATO Summit
On Wednesday morning, Trump will meet again with the Dutch King and Queen for breakfast and photos before heading into a series of one-on-one meetings with other world leaders.
A press conference is also scheduled, where Trump will likely address both the NATO agenda and the ongoing Middle East situation.