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NATO’s Turkiye summit live: Trump, leaders to meet in Ankara

Defence spending and support for Ukraine’s military needs are expected to top the agenda of summit in Turkish capital.

epa13093664 Attendees arrive at the venue of the NATO Defense Industry Summit Forum in Ankara, Turkey, 07 July 2026. The summit will take place on 07–08 July, focusing on strengthening defense industrial production and securing long-term military aid for Ukraine. EPA/FILIP SINGER
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NATO summit tests alliance unity as Trump reshapes transatlantic relations

By Federica Marsi and Nils Adler
Published On 7 Jul 2026

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  • Leaders from the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) military alliance are due to meet in Turkiye’s capital, Ankara.
  • Defence spending and support for Ukraine’s military needs are expected to top the summit’s agenda.