NATO leaders to affirm 'ironclad commitment' to collective defense and pledge $80 billion in military assistance to Ukraine

Ahead of a summit in Ankara next week, NATO leaders, including U.S. President Donald Trump, are set to reaffirm their commitment to collective defense under Article 5 and pledge €70 billion ($80 billion) in military assistance to Ukraine for 2026, with equivalent support planned for 2027. This declaration, approved by NATO ambassadors, addresses concerns about the alliance's future and ongoing support for Ukraine.