Turkey tightens security and showcases strength and commitment ahead of NATO summit

Turkey has implemented strict security measures for the upcoming NATO summit, including deploying police, activating air defenses, and restricting public gatherings. The summit, hosted in Ankara from July 7–8, will involve leaders from 32 NATO member states, including U.S. President Donald Trump, and focus on alliance unity amid tensions over defense spending and the U.S. role. Turkey, positioning itself as a key NATO ally, has also opened a new VIP airport for the event despite its history of independent actions within the alliance.