https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/european-leaders-pledge-stronger-role-in-nato-before-trump-rutte-talksContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/european-leaders-pledge-stronger-role-in-nato-before-trump-rutte-talkshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/european-leaders-pledge-stronger-role-in-nato-before-trump-rutte-talks#u19456Wed, 01 Jul 2026 01:25:55 +0000Leaders from Europe's five largest military powers met in Berlin on June 24 to coordinate a joint message for President Donald Trump. They committed to increasing defense spending and taking more responsibility for continental security. The effort aims to keep the U.S. engaged in the alliance before the July 7-8 summit in Ankara.What's confirmed:Leaders from Germany, the United Kingdom, France, Italy, and Poland met in Berlin on June 24.The NATO summit is scheduled for July 7-8 in Ankara.European leaders pledged to increase defense spending and take a larger role in Europe's security