Huge security operation shuts down Ankara as frosty NATO summit begins

This morning's Europe Today takes place on the first day of the NATO Summit in Ankara, where Shona Murray speaks to the Dutch Defence Minister on Europe's growing responsibility within the alliance. It's also a big day for France, where the far-right National Rally leader Marine Le Pen will find out if her embezzlement conviction will be upheld, thereby denying her the chance to run in next year's presidential election. Our French correspondent Maia de la Baume is in studio explaining what the ruling could mean for Le Pen's protégé Jordan Bardella. Also on the show, Chief Economist of the European Stability Mechanism Rolf Strauch joins Méabh Mc Mahon to discuss Europe's largest financial threats and inflation warnings. Plus, the latest World Cup news after one of the tournament's most controversial nights this year.Europe Today is Euronews’ daily podcast hosted by Maria Tadeo and Méabh Mc Mahon, broadcasting directly from Brussels, at the heart of Europe.   Every morning, we deliver the top and exclusive stories shaping the European Union (EU) and beyond.Stay ahead with the key news and insights that matter in Europe today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.