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Europe Today: NATO summit opens in Ankara under Trump pressure to boost defence spending

NATO leaders are gathering for a two-day summit in Ankara under pressure from Trump to increase defence spending. In France, Marine Le Pen will find out today whether she can run for the French presidency next year as a Paris appeals court decides whether to uphold her embezzlement conviction.

Euronews

Ukraine-Russia war latest: Moscow launches third round of strikes in a week on Kyiv as Zelensky renews Nato bid

Attacks come as Zelensky prepares to meet Donald Trump at Nato summit in Turkey today

The Independent UK

NATO allies seek to win over Trump after Iran ire as US Prez heads to Turkey

NATO allies will showcase surging defence spending at a summit in Turkey's capital Ankara on Tuesday as they hope to placate US President Donald Trump after his fury over Europe's response to the war with Iran. The two-day gathering at Turkey's sprawling presidential palace comes a year after NATO members…

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Ukraine signs 'drone deals' with three European countries

Ukraine announced Tuesday it had signed "drone deals" with three European countries - Estonia, the Netherlands and Denmark - to further capitalise the expertise it has developed in drone warfare since Russia's invasion. Ukraine has signed similar agreements with six other countries, and has announced plans further plans to sign…

France 24

Nato allies seek to win over Trump after Iran ire

ANKARA — North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (Nato) allies will showcase surging defence spending at a summit in Turkey's capital Ankara on Tuesday as they hope to placate United States President Donald Trump after his fury over Europe's response to the war with Iran.

Bangkok Post

Starmer to rally European allies at Nato summit amid concerns over US stance

Outgoing PM will stress British commitment to defence spending at meeting in Ankara to counter Trump rebukes

The Guardian - UK

NATO Leaders Meet in Ankara as Trump Brands Alliance Relationship 'Not Reciprocal'

NATO leaders meet in Ankara amid US President Trump's criticism, focusing on defence investment and Europe's military role. The summit highlights tensions over US troop withdrawal and NATO's future.

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NATO summit in Ankara tests unity as Ukraine war and Trump tensions loom

As NATO leaders gather in Ankara tomorrow, Tuesday, the alliance faces a stark test of unity, burden-sharing and strategic clarity, with the war in Ukraine, transatlantic tensions and Middle East instability all pressing heavily on the agenda.

Radio France Internationale

Starmer likely to face criticism from US and Nato allies over Britain's defence spending plans at Ankara summit

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is heading into this week's Nato summit in Ankara, Turkey on under rising pressure, with senior US officials signalling dissatisfaction over the UK's defence spending plans and warning that alliance members falling behind must accelerate their commitments.

The Times of India

Nato summit will reveal how alliance plans to manage European security as US cuts back its support

Two massive Russian attacks on Kyiv in less than a week, renewed Iranian threats in the Strait of Hormuz, and a security crackdown in Turkey are just three of the immediate issues shaping the context of the Nato summit in Ankara on July 7-8.

The Conversation

Why OpenAI And Anthropic Have Suddenly Become NATO's Most Powerful New Weapons

The NATO summit in Ankara highlights AI's role in defence, with the US holding technological advantages and Europe seeking independence through partnerships like Helsing and Mistral.

International Business Times UK

Turkey intensifies crackdown on public life in run-up to Nato summit in Ankara

More than 200 arrested in raids, comedian and journalists jailed, gay-friendly cruise turned away and protests banned

The Guardian - UK

Starmer faces rebuke from Nato allies over defence spending

The prime minister is set to meet key Nato allies in Ankara, Turkey, this week

The Independent UK

US tells Nato that spending must increase ‘immediately’ or alliance will face consequences

Mark Rutte and Ursula von der Leyen urged cooperation ahead of a Nato summit this week

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Zelenskyy calls for ‘strong decisions’ at Nato summit as Russia kills 21 in overnight strikes on Kyiv – as it happened

Ukraine’s president makes plea ahead of summit this week in Ankara where he is due to meet Trump on the sidelines

Euronews

'Restraining order needed,' Trump says of Italy's PM Meloni ahead of NATO summit

Tensions flared between Washington and Rome at the end of June when Trump claimed Meloni had "begged" him for a picture together in an effort to boost her ratings.

Euronews

Newsletter: Shining a light on who gets into the EU

In today's newsletter: Debate ratchets-up about how to grow the 27-member club, Russia intensifies strikes on Ukraine's capital, and how the most high-ranking EU official will paper over a gaffe while at the NATO summit in Ankara.

International Business Times UK

Trump Restraining Order Meme Against Meloni Sets Up Awkward NATO Showdown Barely 48 Hours Before Summit

Donald Trump posted a meme suggesting Giorgia Meloni needs a restraining order two days before both leaders attend the NATO summit in Ankara, testing alliance unity.

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The Economic Times

Trump won big spending promises from NATO last year. This week in Turkey, he'll try to enforce them

President Trump heads to Turkey to press NATO allies on defense spending pledges. He expects immediate action on the 5% GDP target, a key focus after last year's summit. Despite ongoing disputes, Trump seeks to solidify his influence on the alliance's future, while also planning meetings on Ukraine and Syria.…

The Times of India

Nato 3.0: From security club to wartime coalition that can take on Russia - can the bloc pull off its biggest reset since Cold War?

The Nato Ankara Summit marks a pivotal moment as the alliance shifts gears from US dependency towards a robust, European-led defence coalition. Motivated by an unpredictable America and an assertive Russia, Nato is emphasizing agility, industrial capabilities, and strong partnerships. This meeting will challenge Europe to strengthen its defense posture…

Radio France Internationale

Summit host Turkey eyes major weapons deals with NATO allies

Next week's NATO Summit in Ankara is expected to showcase Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s rising influence within the alliance, as he aims to use the gathering to overcome resistance to crucial arms deals and highlight the rapid growth of Turkey’s defence industry.

International Business Times

Dabbling Peace, Trump Dials Putin, Zelensky: Post Iran, US May Be Shifting Focus To Ukraine

US President Donald Trump has offered help to find a solution to end the Ukraine war during a 90-minute telephonic conversation with Putin. Trump's telephone call on Saturday came ahead of the NATO summit in Ankara on July 7-8.Trump also called Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelensky on Saturday.

The Economic Times

Turkey eyes F110 fighter jet engines as Trump comes to town

US President Donald Trump's upcoming NATO summit visit to Ankara may pave the way for Turkey to acquire crucial fighter jet engines for its KAAN stealth fighter project. While this could boost Turkey's indigenous defense capabilities, analysts believe it won't resolve the long-standing F-35 dispute, which continues to strain US-Turkey…

Euronews

'Security of the Baltics is our security': Merz meets Baltic leaders before NATO summit

Days before the NATO summit in Ankara, Germany’s chancellor and Baltic leaders in Berlin pledged stronger deterrence against Russia and more aid for Ukraine.

The Times of India

Nato set to declare Russia a 'long-term threat' amid Putin's fresh assault on Ukraine: Report

Nato leaders are expected to formally label Russia a "long-term threat" to Euro-Atlantic security at next week's summit in Ankara, as Moscow intensifies its attacks on Ukraine and President Vladimir Putin insists the war will continue until the Kremlin's objectives are achieved.

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