NATO meets in Ankara. NATO is an alliance for defense. This means members protect each other. US President Donald Trump is angry. He criticizes the European partners. He says: Europe helps the USA too little. For example in the war against Iran. Trump also demands Greenland for the USA. He threatens Spain with an end to trade.
Experts say the meeting is hard. Nico Lange thinks: People want to please Trump. Roderich Kiesewetter demands courage for Europe. Europe must organize its own safety. People cannot trust the USA fully. Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul calls the words of Trump confusing. Many politicians like the results of the meeting.
The NATO countries want to help the Ukraine. They promise 140 billion Euro until the year 2027. This money is for weapons and training. 70 billion Euro come this year. Chancellor Friedrich Merz says: This is a signal against Russia. Trump allows the Ukraine to build defense against rockets. Europe buys more weapons now. For example submarines and new planes.
