Trump's Aggressive Posture at Nato Summit
US President Donald Trump adopted a combative tone at the two-day Nato summit in Ankara, intensifying existing divisions among allies over Russia's war in Ukraine, defence spending, and the US-Israel conflict in Iran. The fragile ceasefire in the region shows signs of collapsing, adding urgency to the discussions.
Ukraine's President Rallies European Support
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is holding talks with Nato leaders as he rallies European support against Russia's invasion, which has reached the capital, Kyiv. Despite Trump's unpredictability, Nato allies are presenting an increasingly united front against what they see as an unreliable US partner.
Defence Spending Disputes
One of the key points of contention remains defence spending, with Trump pressing allies to meet the 2% GDP target. Many European nations have increased their budgets, but the gap persists, fueling tensions within the alliance.
Impact on Ukraine and Regional Security
According to Shaun Walker, the Guardian's central and eastern Europe correspondent, the summit's outcome could significantly affect Ukraine's ability to resist Russian aggression. The lack of a unified stance from the US may embolden Russia, while European allies seek to shore up support for Kyiv.
