Five key takeaways from the NATO summit in Ankara

The NATO summit in Turkey's capital ended with several critical decisions and strains. US President Donald Trump declared that the memorandum of understanding with Iran was "over" and criticized allies for insufficient support in the war against Iran. Trump particularly singled out Spain and the United Kingdom, accusing them of not helping enough.

NATO members committed to increasing defense spending, including more than $50 billion in new procurements, focusing on deep precision strike, integrated air and missile defense, unmanned systems, and artificial intelligence. However, only five of the 32 members are projected to meet the 3.5 percent of GDP core defense spending target in 2026.

Ukraine received a pledge of 70 billion euros ($80 billion) in military equipment, training, and support. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Trump, who promised Ukraine the right to produce Patriot missile systems. Several drone deals were also signed.

Tensions over Greenland resurfaced as Trump repeatedly argued that the US should control the autonomous Danish territory. Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen reiterated that Greenland is not for sale. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte said Trump had a point about Russian and Chinese influence in the Arctic.

Trump also berated allies for not being more involved in the conflict with Iran, particularly Spain, which he called a "wasted cause" and threatened to cut off trade. He also described the UK's approach as "weird," citing disagreements over base use.

In the final declaration, NATO called on Iran to respect freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz and reiterated that Iran must not be allowed to acquire nuclear weapons. Trump said he did not think the war would restart in earnest and that the US was not looking for a long-term conflict.