Descrizione
As NATO leaders gather in Ankara, Turkey, for the historic 2026 summit, the Alliance faces its most consequential moment in decades. For over 75 years, NATO has relied on a foundational bargain: American leadership backed by European capability. Today, both sides of that equation are under immense pressure.
While the traditional "family photo" of 32 leaders will project unity, it masks fierce debates over the future of transatlantic security. With President Donald Trump confirmed to attend, the question isn't just about American presence, it's about the message he brings. Will Europe heed the call to shoulder a far greater share of the defense burden? And as Russia’s war against Ukraine enters its fifth year, how will the Alliance lock in long-term support for Kyiv?
Ambassador Philip Reeker, a Distinguished Fellow at the Wilson Center, breaks down the key shifts at this year's summit, including Hungary’s new political landscape, Turkey’s strategic leveraging power, and the internal tensions over the Arctic.