Marco Rubio confirmed Trump's participation in the NATO summit in Ankara on July 7-8. The US will demand reforms and increased defense spending from its allies.
Washington has officially notified NATO of a reduction in its participation in the Force Model. European allies must strengthen their own defense and aviation component.
Péter Magyar informed Mark Rutte of Hungary's refusal to supply weapons to Ukraine. The parties also discussed preparations for the July NATO summit in Ankara.
The Turkish leader plans talks with Trump during a football match in Los Angeles. Discussions will focus on the countries' roles in the Alliance and defense.
In Ankara, Rustem Umerov discussed security and the return of Ukrainian prisoners of war with Hakan Fidan.
Ankara police stormed the opposition office following the judicial removal of leader Özgür Özel. Tear gas and water cannons were used against protesters.
The US canceled the deployment of four thousand troops to Poland without consulting NATO. Europe is preparing its own defense strategies in response to Washington's actions.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte confirmed the invitation of Volodymyr Zelenskyy to the summit in Ankara. He also noted the successes of the Armed Forces of Ukraine and called for further support.
Marco Rubio called the Ankara summit historic and indicated that Trump's "frustration" with NATO would be discussed there. The US plans to review the deployment of its troops worldwide.
General Karel Řehka called Ukraine's membership in NATO a logical step. The Czech Republic plans to increase military spending and strengthen its own air defense system.
Donald Trump has announced the U. S. readiness to resume attacks on Iran. Washington is waiting for a peace agreement and is giving Tehran a few days to make a decision.
Prime Minister Babiš plans to acquire additional SPYDER systems to strengthen defense. The government aims to recruit at least 2,000 new soldiers to the army every year.
The Alliance is discussing a mission to protect vessels in the Strait of Hormuz due to threats to the global economy. The issue will be considered at the July NATO summit in Ankara.
Admiral Dragone urged NATO to accelerate the strengthening of its defenses. He stated that the Alliance is currently in a state between war and peace.
Rutte will discuss investments in air defense and missiles with defense companies. The goal is to strengthen Europe and demonstrate to Donald Trump a readiness for spending.
President Erdogan called on the EU to develop ties with Ankara from the perspective of full membership to strengthen the European architecture. He believes that without Ankara, the bloc will be weak.
NATO may cancel annual summits to avoid tense meetings with Trump. The final decision on changing the schedule will be made by Mark Rutte.
The President of Turkey discussed with the NATO Secretary General efforts to end the war through diplomatic means. Ankara is working to organize leaders' negotiations.
Muhoozi Kainerugaba promised to sever diplomatic ties with Ankara within 30 days. He demands monetary compensation and a wife for military assistance.
The president's visit, supported by Turkey, focuses on grain exports and energy. Ukraine receives recognition of territorial integrity from Damascus.
The President of Turkey discussed global challenges and the situation in Iran with the NATO Secretary General. Erdogan called on the world to stop the war and strengthen the alliance at the summit.
Rustem Umerov met with top Turkish officials to discuss joint projects. Security issues and the release of Ukrainians were prioritized.
Ankara stated its readiness to ensure the highest level of security for holding meetings. Earlier, the parties had already discussed diplomatic prospects.
Hakan Fidan called the flight of Iranian missiles over Turkey unacceptable. Ankara is ready to take action against targets directed at its territory.
Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov met with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan in Ankara. They discussed the diplomatic track, humanitarian issues, and coordination of further steps.
EU Enlargement Commissioner Marta Kos announced her intention to review the partnership with Turkey ahead of her visit to Ankara on February 6. Turkey is seen as an important partner due to its potential role in the Black Sea region after the war in Ukraine.
Turkey seeks to organize direct talks between the US and Iran in Ankara or Istanbul. The goal is to prevent a US military strike on Iran over the suppression of protests.
Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council Rustem Umerov met with Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan in Ankara. The security situation, negotiation processes, and the return of Ukrainians were discussed.
Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan met with Secretary of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine Rustem Umerov in Ankara. The meeting took place on the eve of the talks between national security advisers of the "coalition of the willing" countries on January 3.
The Turkish Ministry of Defense announced that experts have begun analyzing the black boxes of the crashed plane, which killed eight people, including the head of military units in western Libya. Libyan officials cited a technical malfunction of the aircraft as the cause of the crash.
