Turkey Hosts NATO Amid Tensions | Vancouver News

Turkey is locking down for a high-stakes NATO summit, deploying tens of thousands of police, tightening air defenses, and banning public gatherings as it amps up security — all while flexing its military muscle and signaling renewed alignment with the alliance. With leaders from all 32 NATO nations, including a wary Donald Trump, converging in Istanbul, the event is a make-or-break moment for unity, especially around defense spending and America’s shifting role. Turkey’s new VIP airport, its second-largest army, and history of independent moves — from buying Russian missiles to blocking Sweden’s entry — make this summit uniquely tense. Yet, with Turkey acting as mediator in global crises and now hosting a pivotal NATO moment, it’s positioning itself as a bridge between East and West — even as it tries to keep its own agenda intact. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e9496c5a76b0b155