Security Concerns Prompt President Trump to Switch Aircraft in Turkey
President Donald Trump switched from a Qatari-donated Boeing 747-8 to the older Air Force One due to a credible threat from Iranian proxy forces. The decision was made during Trump's return from a NATO summit in Turkey. The threat was reportedly directed at Trump himself, prompting the Secret Service to recommend the aircraft change. The older Air Force One is equipped with advanced defensive systems, unlike the newer plane. The White House has not commented on the report, but the incident highlights ongoing security concerns and the measures taken to protect the president during international travel.