Upcoming visits of US officials to Greece and Turkey

United States Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth is scheduled to visit Athens in early July 2026. Reports vary on the timeline for President Donald Trump, with some sources claiming he will join the visit in July, while others state his visit to Greece will occur later in 2026. Secretary of State Marco Rubio is also expected to accompany these officials. The delegation plans to travel to Turkey following the Athens visit to attend an extraordinary NATO summit. US Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle confirmed the planned discussions regarding these diplomatic visits. The timing of the visits is expected to coincide with celebrations marking the 250th anniversary of American independence. Conflicting reports regarding the specific timing of President Trump's arrival remain, as official statements reconcile the July visit with broader 2026 scheduling.