Erdogan Gifts Revolvers to Leaders

The 0.357 Magnum revolvers, presented at the Ankara summit, prompted a mix of bemusement and scrutiny from European leaders.

Carney confirmed the now-decommissioned weapon would be securely stored, while other officials privately questioned the appropriateness of the gesture given Turkey's domestic crackdown.

Erdogan's office said the gifts symbolised Turkey's historical ties to firearms craftsmanship.

The episode provided a lighter moment in a summit otherwise dominated by the Iranian crisis and transatlantic tensions.