Security of the US President: Report: Trump secretly smuggled out of jet in catering car
On live television, Trump boards his government plane after the NATO summit in Turkey. But it was a decoy operation - this is suggested by US newspaper reports now.
US President Donald Trump's secret journey home from the NATO summit in Turkey has been revealed through a unique covert maneuver. The 80-year-old leader entered the government aircraft in Ankara, but unbeknownst to the cameras, he switched to a hidden catering container on the jet, which then delivered him to a smaller US military aircraft at the airport.
This covert operation was orchestrated due to a perceived threat from Iran, according to reports. The Washington Post reported this covert move, citing insider documents and US officials. The catering container, typically used for serving meals to passengers, was employed in this intricate security plan. Upon landing in Britain, Trump swapped his old Boeing 747 for a new jet gifted by Qatar.
He also changed aircraft once more, stepping into the new jet where he would continue his journey back to the United States. Despite apparent transparency in public appearances, several White House staff members were unaware of Trump's absence from the main aircraft. The White House declined to comment directly on the newspaper's report but stated that any means necessary are employed to counter potential threats.
Trump had already switched from Air Force One to the older government aircraft for the journey to Turkey. Reports suggested that the older aircraft may not have received all the necessary safety upgrades as the older model due to the accelerated modification by the US military.
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