Merz wants to make NATO more European

In call with Trump, Merz says Germany ready to take on more NATO responsibility

Chancellor Merz tells Trump that 'NATO is becoming more European,' with the 2 leaders agreeing to continue discussions at next week’s summit in Turkish capital

Updates: Zelensky arrives in Turkey for NATO summit, says he'll discuss Patriot missiles

We expect a strong and productive NATO Summit. Decisions are needed now that will provide greater protection for our people, more capabilities for our defense, and even stronger security cooperation between Ukraine, Europe, and the United States, President Volodymyr Zelensky said on X.

NATO Summit in Ankara: Major Reshuffle Ahead?

European media describe the NATO summit in Ankara as a defining moment for the alliance’s future, with growing debate over Europe’s role as the United States reduces its military presence. Commentators argue that stronger European defense spending, greater military coordination, and sustained support for Ukraine – particularly air defense and joint weapons production – will determine whether NATO can maintain its credibility against Russia.

Poland, Germany Combine Forces in Defense Agreement against Russia

Amidst US troop withdrawal concerns and escalating Russian aggression, Poland and Germany have forged a new bilateral defense agreement to bolster regional security and counter hybrid threats.

Five NATO nations plan a Patriot missile repair hub inside Europe

The United States, Germany, the Netherlands, Poland, and Sweden signed a joint government-to-government agreement at the NATO Summit Defense Industry Forum in Ankara, Türkiye, on July 7 to explore building a dedicated PAC-3 missile maintenance facility somewhere in Europe, a move Lockheed Martin says would give NATO its first in-region repair and sustainment hub for []