NATO allies prepare to unveil billions in defence deals ahead of summit
NATO leaders are preparing to announce tens of billions of dollars in defence deals in Ankara on Tuesday. European allies are seeking to boost military spending amid concerns over Russia. The deals will be unveiled ahead of a summit with US President Trump.
According to France 24, NATO leaders are preparing to announce tens of billions of dollars in defence deals in Ankara on Tuesday. The deals will be unveiled ahead of a summit with US President Donald Trump.
European allies are moving to raise their military spending amid concerns over Russia. In the same period, Ukrainian strikes killed one person in Russia's Belgorod region, while Moscow's attacks killed dozens in Ukraine.
The summit comes as debate over spending continues within the alliance. The scope of the deals leaders announce, and their impact on Europe's defence industry, will be watched closely. The meeting in Ankara also highlights regional diplomacy.
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