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Paris summit backs Ukraine defence and Patriot production
Allies of Ukraine gathered in Paris on Monday, July 13, 2026, for a summit aimed at reaffirming military support for Kyiv and increasing pressure on Russia.
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- Paris summit backs Ukraine defence and Patriot production
- US gives Ukraine license for Patriot missiles in Europe
- Turkey seeks S-400 sale to Gulf nation to ease US dispute
- Spain commits to NATO spending, averting US trade threat
- Trump and Italy’s Meloni Avoid Eye Contact at NATO Summit
- Nine Nations Commit to New Defence Bank
- Putin rejects peace talks, signals escalation of Ukraine war
- Erdogan gives NATO leaders revolvers at Ankara summit
- Germany finalizes purchase of US Tomahawk missiles
- NATO chief Rutte defends Trump after query on self respect
- Labour nominations open with Andy Burnham as sole candidate
- NATO summit in Ankara overtaken by U.S.-Iran strikes
US gives Ukraine license for Patriot missiles in Europe
The United States has announced plans to grant Ukraine a license to domestically manufacture Patriot air defense interceptors, a significant policy shift intended to address Kyiv's long-term security needs.
Turkey seeks S-400 sale to Gulf nation to ease US dispute
Turkey is finalizing the sale of its Russian-made S-400 air defense systems to an undisclosed Gulf nation, a move aimed at resolving a years-long dispute with the United States and restoring Ankara's access to the F-35 f...
Spain commits to NATO spending, averting US trade threat
A tense standoff between the United States and Spain over defense spending was abruptly resolved on Thursday after Spain agreed to a substantial financial commitment to NATO, defusing a threat by President Donald Trump t...
Trump and Italy’s Meloni Avoid Eye Contact at NATO Summit
A public diplomatic rift between U.S. President Donald Trump and Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni was on display during the NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey, on July 8.
Nine Nations Commit to New Defence Bank
A new international bank designed to finance Western military rearmament secured commitments from nine founding nations during the NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey, this week.
Putin rejects peace talks, signals escalation of Ukraine war
Russian President Vladimir Putin has rejected calls for peace negotiations with Ukraine and is likely to escalate the conflict in the coming months, according to three sources close to the Kremlin.
Erdogan gives NATO leaders revolvers at Ankara summit
Leaders departing the NATO summit in Ankara this week received an unusual parting gift from their host, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan: a personalized revolver engraved with each attendee's name, accompanied by l...
Germany finalizes purchase of US Tomahawk missiles
Germany has finalized an agreement with the United States to purchase Tomahawk cruise missiles, a move officials say will close a critical gap in the nation's long-range strike capabilities.
NATO chief Rutte defends Trump after query on self respect
At a press conference concluding the NATO summit on Wednesday, Secretary General Mark Rutte faced a pointed question from a Danish journalist about his public deference to U.S. President Donald Trump.
Labour nominations open with Andy Burnham as sole candidate
Nominations opened Thursday for the Labour Party to select a new leader and, by extension, Britain's next prime minister, with former Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham the sole expected candidate.
NATO summit in Ankara overtaken by U.S.-Iran strikes
A major NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey, concluded on Wednesday, July 8, overshadowed by a significant escalation in U.S.-Iran hostilities and a series of contentious statements from U.S. President Donald Trump.
Trump confuses leaders at NATO summit misnames Iran as Japan
President Donald Trump twice confused the names of world leaders during a press conference at the NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey, on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, while seated beside Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
Trump flies Air Force One from Turkey amid Iran tensions
President Donald Trump returned to the United States from a NATO summit in Turkey on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, aboard an older Air Force One aircraft instead of the newly retrofitted Boeing 747-8 gifted by Qatar.
Trump credited with raising NATO defense spending target
At the NATO summit in Ankara, Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney declared on Wednesday that U.S. President Donald Trump has successfully shifted the alliance’s approach to defense spending.
Trump touts unity and defense spending at NATO summit
President Donald Trump declared a successful and unified conclusion to the NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey, on Wednesday, emphasizing strong alliances and increased U.S.
European NATO allies pledge €50 bn for long-range strike
A coalition of European NATO allies, led by the United Kingdom, has committed to investing more than 50 billion euros over the next decade to develop advanced long-range precision strike weapons.
Trump misidentifies Iran as Japan at NATO
President Donald Trump appeared to confuse Iran with Japan during remarks at the NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey, on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, referring to the "Islamic Republic of Japan" while describing a missile attack o...
Trump holds NATO press conference after Ankara summit
Leaders of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization gathered in Ankara, Turkey, on Wednesday for a summit dominated by questions over the alliance's future and the United States' commitment to it.
NATO chief says US Iran strikes are absolutely necessary
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte has publicly endorsed the latest U.S. military strikes on Iran, calling them "absolutely necessary" after what he described as Iranian violations of a fragile ceasefire agreement.
