"We, the Heads of State and Government of the North Atlantic Alliance, have gathered in Ankara to reaffirm our unwavering commitment to our collective defense under Article 5 of the Washington Treaty and the transatlantic bond. An attack against one of us is an attack against us all." This is what was stated in the final declaration of the NATO summit held in Ankara, Turkey.
The Alliance states also reiterate their support for Kiev: "Ukraine," the statement continues, "contributes to transatlantic security, and the Allies are united in their unwavering support for Ukraine in defending its freedom, sovereignty, and territorial integrity."
For 2026, there is therefore a commitment to provide Ukraine with 70 billion euros in military equipment, assistance and training and to maintain at least equivalent levels in 2027. It is then indicated that the European Union's decision to provide multi-annual financing to Ukraine through the Ukraine Support Loan is welcomed.
Also noteworthy, Reuters reports, is that US President Donald Trump said—during a closed-door meeting with other leaders—that he wants to keep the United States in the alliance. "We want to stay with you," a source familiar with the talks reportedly said. During the summit, the tycoon also said the United States is ready to continue selling weapons to allies and did not announce the termination of the ceasefire agreement.
provisional with Iran ("We could strike again tonight," he threatened).
Trump, the source added, did not mention the Greenland issue, which has sown friction within the
of the block.
(Unioneonline/lf)
