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.
Issued on: 06/07/2026 - 18:32
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The Ankara meeting is overshadowed by renewed friction between Washington and its European allies. US President Donald Trump has again questioned NATO’s value, calling the relationship “ridiculous” and “not reciprocal” in comments that revive longstanding disputes over defence spending and strategic priorities.
Screenshot from a “Truth Social” post by American President Donald Trump, criticising NATO partners who in his opinion don’t spend enough money on the alliance. © Truth Social screenshot
