NATO Summit in Ankara Strengthens Deterrence and Ukraine Support (defence24.com)

• Article 5 reaffirmed; Russia labeled long-term threat.
• Defense contracts since Hague exceed $140B; Ankara summit adds $50B.
• Ukraine to receive two €70B aid packages; Iran warned on nuclear and navigation.

"The NATO summit in Ankara on July 7-8 reaffirmed collective defense under Article 5, designated Russia a long-term threat, and reported defense contracts exceeding $140 billion since The Hague summit and at least $50 billion at Ankara. Allies pledged two €70 billion aid packages for Ukraine and called on Iran to respect freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz."