On 7 July 2026 NATO held a key Defence Industry Forum in Brussels.
The meeting focused on building European enhanced strike capability.
A British‑driven plan secured a $50 billion investment to fund next‑gen armaments and tech.
NATO leaders leveraged the forum to press partner nations to lift defence spending to the level of the United States.
Former US President Donald Trump used the platform to attack European partners, re‑spark the long‑standing Arctic disagreement and proclaim a truce with Tehran.