THE HAGUE, Netherlands—President Donald Trump wrapped up a whirlwind 24-hour visit to the Netherlands on June 25 for the NATO summit, securing a significant agreement to increase defense spending commitments from allies.
In contrast to last year’s summit, hosted by President Joe Biden in Washington amid scrutiny following his debate performance against Trump, this year’s event reflected a notable shift in tone and priorities.
During the summit, attention focused on Trump’s remarks about the Middle East cease-fire, a leaked intelligence report about U.S. military strikes on Iran’s nuclear sites, and his position on the Russia–Ukraine conflict….
Key Takeaways From Trump’s Whirlwind NATO Summit
