NATO allies are considering an accelerated drone-buying program to counter rising threats along the Black Sea, particularly after a Russian drone crash in Romania. The proposal aims to bolster air-policing missions over frontline states and protect critical infrastructure.
NATO foreign ministers met to prepare for the upcoming Ankara Summit, focusing on Iran policy and defense spending. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio highlighted the summit's importance, while President Trump's unpredictability added to the tension. Disagreements persist over Iran, with the US unsatisfied by some allies' stances.
NATO foreign ministers convened in Helsingborg, Sweden, to prepare for the July 7-8 Ankara Summit. Key agenda items include fulfilling defense investment commitments made in The Hague, strengthening capabilities, and increasing defense industry production. The invitation of Ukrainian President Zelensky and representatives of the Istanbul Cooperation Initiative are also under discussion.
