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Video. NATO, Ukraine and the battle over Europe's future budget

Updated: 18/06/2026 - 8:05 GMT+2

NATO defence ministers are gathering to prepare for next month’s leaders’ summit in Ankara. Among those attending is Pentagon chief and US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.

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