NATO summit: Allies in Ankara for talks, defense deals 07.07.2026

NATO leaders are convening in Ankara, Turkey, for a two-day summit focused on defense deals and military readiness. Secretary General Mark Rutte emphasized the need for a "trans-Atlantic defense industrial revolution" to keep pace with modern warfare. The summit features significant developments, including reports of new procurement deals worth at least $50 billion and discussions regarding Ukraine's air defense needs. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy highlighted the revolutionary impact of drone technology on the battlefield. Meanwhile, political tensions surfaced as Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen defended Greenland's sovereignty against Donald Trump's repeated claims of US interest in the territory. Additionally, Turkey is awaiting a US decision regarding the sale of F-35 combat jets. The summit serves as a critical platform for allies to address Russian aggression and coordinate increased defense spending across the alliance.














