President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan spoke at the 9th Turkey Investment Conference in New York, organized by the Turkey-U.S. Business Council (TAİK) and the Presidency Investment Office. He discussed the critical period of trade wars and political crises the world is facing, including issues with Iran, Syria, North Korea, and the Middle East. Erdoğan highlighted the challenges in Turkish-American relations, particularly regarding FETÖ and PYD-YPG, and criticized the U.S. administration's approach to trade and political differences. He emphasized Turkey's commitment to free trade and the rule of law, and its efforts to resolve trade disputes through the World Trade Organization (WTO), which recently ruled in favor of Turkey's theses. Erdoğan also stressed the importance of a transparent investment environment and Turkey's resilience in overcoming economic challenges without resorting to protectionism. He condemned the U.S. support for FETÖ and PYD-YPG in Syria and called for a global peace diplomacy to prevent humanitarian crises, citing Turkey's role in aiding refugees and advocating for peace and cooperation over conflict and trade wars.

The Pentagon announced that Lockheed Martin will hold a ceremony on June 21 in Fort Worth to deliver two F-35 aircraft to Turkey, which will initially be stationed at Luke Air Force Base in Arizona for training. Turkish pilots and maintenance personnel have already arrived at the base. The U.S. Senate's decision regarding the delivery requires alignment with the House of Representatives and approval by President Donald Trump. Turkey is highlighted as a key NATO ally and participant in the F-35 program since 2002.

During a meeting with Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe at the White House, President Trump discussed US-Japan investment, economic relations, trade, and the situation with North Korea. Trump indicated that the planned June 12 meeting with North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is set, though subject to change. He emphasized the need for North Korea to cease its nuclear weapons program and mentioned the possibility of additional sanctions if disarmament does not occur. Trump expressed confidence in the upcoming meeting and suggested he might invite Kim Jong Un to the USA if the talks are productive. He criticized previous administrations for not resolving the North Korean issue, stating it is now up to his administration to address it.

A gunman, whose identity has not been disclosed, targeted victims at a workplace and a home in Kern County, approximately 150 kilometers north of Los Angeles. The shooter killed his wife and several others before fleeing the scene. After a police chase, the gunman committed suicide in a parking lot. The relationship between the other victims and the shooter remains unclear.

Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced that Canada is imposing additional tariffs on American products in response to the US's increased customs duties. He thanked Canadians for their solidarity and advised them to reconsider purchasing American goods. Over 80 American products will face a 10% tariff.

Cocaine worth $18 million was discovered hidden in banana boxes donated to the Texas prison system. The drugs were found by prison officials at the Port of America in Freeport, Texas, after noticing the unusual weight of one of the boxes. The U.S. Customs and Border Protection agency confirmed the discovery of 540 packages of cocaine and stated that investigations are ongoing.

Trump claims a change in North Korean leader Kim's behavior following his meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, whom Trump likens to a global poker star. Trump expresses hope that Xi supports peace on the Korean Peninsula. South Korean President Moon praises Trump's efforts to bring peace to the region, and the meeting between Trump and Moon is described as positive.