NATO Official Calls for Greater Defense Spending and Unity Before Ankara Summit

A NATO deputy commander has urged member nations to boost their defense expenditures and demonstrate solidarity in advance of the upcoming Ankara summit. Discussions at the summit, following a meeting between the NATO Secretary General and the US President, are expected to focus on strengthening Europe's role within the alliance and addressing ongoing security challenges, including support for Ukraine. Poland has also highlighted the need for NATO's eastern flank to prepare for potential Russian escalation.