Trump and NATO allies begin key defensebegin key defense talks at Turkey summit

US President Donald Trump and NATO allies began key defense talks at a summit in Ankara, Turkey on July 8, 2026, to reinforce Washington's commitment to the alliance amid allied concerns.

NATO chief Mark Rutte sought to shore up confidence in US support as anxious partners prepared to meet, with defense deals and spending announcements expected to address alliance priorities.

This meeting matters as it tests the durability of the US-NATO partnership under renewed political leadership and could shape future security cooperation.