NATO leaders gathered in Ankara, Turkiye, for the second and final day of a pivotal summit on July 8, 2026. The meeting has seen significant debate over defense spending, the ongoing war in Ukraine, and the conflict involving Iran. Former US President Donald Trump is among the world leaders present at the summit. The discussions come at a critical time for NATO as it navigates complex global security challenges.

The first day of the summit was marked by divisions among member states on key issues, setting the stage for continued negotiations on the second day in Turkiye's capital.

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