Analysis Russia’s Arms Buyers Rejoice Over Trump’s Deal With Turkey India and other Kremlin customers will benefit from an easing of restrictions. By Derek Grossman, a professor of political science and international relations at the University of Southern California. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan speaks with U.S. President Donald Trump before the start of the NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey, on July 7. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan speaks with U.S. President Donald Trump before the start of the NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey, on July 7. Emrah Gurel - Pool/Getty Images India July 17, 2026, 7:27 AM Trump’s Second...