Monday Briefing from the Balkans: July 13, 2026

NATO’s Ankara moment: What does Türkiye expect from the summit?

The upcoming Ankara Summit, which will be held on July 7-8, will not merely be a routine gathering of the allied heads of state. It represents a defining moment at which the politi...

NATO’s Ankara Summit and Albania’s Uncertain Moment

Tirana Times, July 07, 2026 – The next NATO Summit, where the leaders of Allied member states gather annually, will take place on July 7–8, 2026, at the Presidential Complex in Ankara. It will be NATO’s 36th summit and the second hosted by Türkiye, after the Istanbul Summit of 2004. The final declaration has already been negotiated by all 32 Allies, including the United States, which remains the Alliance’s dominant political and military power, and has been approved at ambassadorial level. Heads of state and government are now expected to formally endorse it on July 8. Its core message is The post NATO’s Ankara Summit and Albania’s Uncertain Moment appeared first on Tirana Times.

NATO leaders gathered for summit: The commemorative photo

The summit agenda in Ankara is packed, with developments in Ukraine and Iran, as well as member states’ defence spending, expected to dominate discussions The post NATO leaders gathered for summit: The commemorative photo appeared first on ProtoThema English.

Children are the bellwethers of Ukraine's post-war recovery

Later this week, the Ukraine Recovery Conference, convening in Gdansk, Poland, is expected to host more than 5,000 attendees, including European heads of state, Ukrainian government leaders, ministerial representatives, non-governmental organizations, industry leaders, and subject matter experts.They will collectively commit to supporting the rebuilding and recovery of Ukraine

EU Foreign Policy Chief Says Ankara NATO Summit to Be 'Truly Historic'

Brussels, June 30 (QNA) - European Union High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas said the NATO Summit in Ankara on July 7-8 would be truly historic, highlighting Turkiye's strategic role in the alliance and stressing the need for transatlantic unity amid mounting security challenges.

NATO at a turning point: How the Ankara summit will reshape European defence

Ankara hosts the 2026 NATO Summit at a time marking one of the alliance’s most consequential moments since the Cold War. Here’s what’s on agenda of what’s referred to as “NATO 3.0” Subscribe: http://trt.world/subscribe Livestream: http://trt.world/ytlive Facebook: http://trt.world/facebook X (Twitter): http://trt.world/twitter Instagram: http://trt.world/instagram TikTok: http://tiktok.com/@trtworld WhatsApp: trtworld.com/whatsapp Telegram: https://t.me/trtworld Visit our website: http://trt.world

Monday Briefing from the Balkans: June 22, 2026

Catch up on the weekend’s most important developments with Balkan Insight’s digest of news from countries across the region.

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Official Program Released for Ankara NATO Summit

The NATO press service has published the official program for the July 7-8 summit in Ankara, Turkey. The schedule includes a Defense Industry Forum, a joint statement by NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte and President Volodymyr Zelensky, and high-level council meetings. Summit preparations have been accompanied by extensive security measures in the Turkish capital, including the detention of over 200 individuals and restricted media access, prompting domestic criticism.

President Erdogan says NATO summit 'successfully' concluded, highlights Türkiye's defense capabilities

'This historic summit, which we hosted at a time when Euro-Atlantic security is being tested, has been conducted in a manner that will shape our common future,' Erdogan says

Weekend calendar: EUROPAfest, Film Hour, Anatolian Food Fest

Weekend calendar: EUROPAfest, Film Hour, Anatolian Food Fest

What Challenges Does NATO Face Ahead of the Ankara Summit?

NATO leaders will gather in Ankara on July 7-8 for a summit expected to focus on the alliance’s long-term security strategy amid an increasingly volatile global environment. The meeting comes as Europe accelerates military spending, the United States pushes allies to shoulder more responsibility for regional defence, Russia’s war in Ukraine continues, and tensions in [] The post What Challenges Does NATO Face Ahead of the Ankara Summit? appeared first on Modern Diplomacy.

Factbox-NATO Ankara summit: who's going and what to expect

By Lili Bayer and Andrew GrayBRUSSELS, July 6 (Reuters) - NATO leaders will gather in Ankara for a summit on Tuesday and Wednesday, amid pressure from President Donald Trump for Europe to step up defence spending and following months of transatlantic friction over the Iran warand Greenland.The U.S.. president's frequent criticism of NATO, along with announced troop withdrawals from Europe and a six-month review of the U.S. military presence on the continent, has fuelled uncertainty within the alliance.Here is what you need to know about the summit:

NATO at "strategic turning point": What awaits alliance in Ankara?

The upcoming NATO Summit in Ankara is shaping up to be far more than another gathering focused on defense budgets. As leaders of all 32 member states prepare to convene in Türkiye on July 7-8, the alliance finds itself navigating one of the most complex strategic environments since the end of the Cold War. Former general says NATO's future will be tested in Ankara

NATO’s Turkiye summit live: Trump, leaders to meet in Ankara

Defence spending and support for Ukraine's military needs are expected to top the agenda of summit in Turkish capital.

Ankara Summit to Test NATO Unity Amid Transatlantic Strains

This event comes amid a profound reordering of the transatlantic alliance. On Tuesday and Wednesday, NATO leaders are set to gather in Ankara for a summit. However, divisions within the alliance over defense spending, policy toward Russia, Europe’s role in the bloc, and the southern flank are likely to shape the event’s outcome. RELATED: Russia []

UNESCO, backed by EU, launches €2 million initiative to preserve Ukraine’s documentary heritage

Ukraine's archives, libraries, and memory institutions — including those in frontline regions — are the focus of a new UNESCO program announced at the Ukraine Recovery Conference in Gdańsk on 29 June

What's on the agenda at the next EU-UK summit... if it takes place?

The next EU-UK summit was set to take place in July but has had to be postponed due to political manoeuverings in London. So when will it take place and what's on the agenda?

Higher education and industry: SZE hosts participants on QS Europe Summit Opening Day in Győr

QS Higher Ed Europe Summit: the three-day event, held from 23 to 25 June, is hosted by Széchenyi István University. Day 1: Continue reading: https://dailynewshungary.com/sze-hosts-participants-on-qs-europe-summit-opening-day-in-gyor/

LIVE: Trump arrives in Turkey for NATO summit

Watch live as leaders arrive in Ankara for a two-day NATO summit as allies meet to discuss defense spending and a greater European role in the alliance's security following calls from the United States. Read more: https://bit.ly/4p3XdWB #nato #europe #usa #live Thumbnail picture credit: Osmancan Gürdoğan, Pool Photo

LIVE: Turkey hosts NATO summit

NATO leaders are gathering in Ankara for a summit on July 7 and 8, amid pressure from President Donald Trump for Europe to step up defense spending and following months of transatlantic friction over the Iran war and Greenland. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, Turkish Defense Minister Yasar Guler and Turkish Vice President Cevdet Yilmaz are expected to deliver speeches at the NATO Summit Defence Industry Forum. On the sidelines of the forum Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy is expected to deliver remarks. #nato #turkey #markrutte #natosummit #ankara #volodymyrzelenskiy #trump #eu #europe #ukraine #yasarguler #cevdetyillmaz #live #Reuters #News Keep up with the latest news from around the world: https://www.reuters.com/

What’s going on in Europe: 19 June to 2 July

This week: FP10 budget demands, a “now or never” moment and a competitiveness fast track The post What’s going on in Europe: 19 June to 2 July appeared first on Research Professional News.

Next Ukraine Recovery Conference to take place in Tallinn in 2027

The next Ukraine Recovery Conference will take place in Tallinn, the capital of Estonia, in 2027.

NATO Summit 2026: Europe and Canada now spend 4% of GDP on defence

The NATO summit, which began in Turkey on Tuesday, is focused primarily on the war in Ukraine and the alliance's requirement for members to spend 5 of their GDP on defence.

Fidan: Ankara NATO summit to strengthen alliance’s response to emerging challenges

Ankara, July 7 (SANA) Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan said the NATO summit in Ankara will help shape the Euro-Atlantic security environment in the coming years and help the alliance adapt its structures to emerging challenges. In a post on X ahead of the 36th NATO summit, which opened in Ankara on Tuesday and will []

Applications are Open for Participation in the I LOVE FILM Programme of the 32nd SFF

The I LOVE FILM programme allows film buffs access to screenings, conversations with authors and other professionals from the film industry, and a special programme to get a clear picture of trends in contemporary cinema. To apply, you need to fill out the form on the LINK. Applications are open until July 20, 2026. Participants selected [] The post Applications are Open for Participation in the I LOVE FILM Programme of the 32nd SFF appeared first on Sarajevo Times.

'Get-together' in Gdansk to force Kiev to 'auction off' remnants of Ukraine — Russian MFA

Maria Zakharova recalled that the so-called Ukraine Recovery Conference took place on June 25-26

Trump 'very disappointed' with NATO over Iran response

Follow live updates as NATO allies including the US gather for a two-day summit in Ankara in Turkey.