European Leaders Vow to Take On More of NATO Burden (opens original article in a new tab)

European leaders met to address US President Trump's demands for increased European defense spending and to prepare for the NATO summit, emphasizing the need for Europe to take greater responsibility for its security.

• European leaders met in Berlin to discuss NATO summit preparations and address US President Trump's demands for increased European defense spending.
• Leaders emphasized the need for Europe to take greater responsibility for its defense and security, aiming to convince Trump to maintain US involvement in NATO.
• Internal divisions exist among European countries regarding issues such as potential missions in the Strait of Hormuz and negotiations with Russia over the Ukraine conflict.