Trump looms large as Nato grapples with challenge of rearming Europe
The US president's inflammatory words have punctuated the image of unity at this crucial gathering, Security Correspondent Frank Gardner writes.
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"Europe needs its own effective anti-ballistic system and missiles."
— Volodymyr Zelensky , Politician
"I urge you and all of our partners to give it the attention it deserves."
— Volodymyr Zelensky , Politician
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Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Recep Tayyip Erdogan is the President of Turkey, known for his controversial policies and governance.
Leader of the Labour Party and Member of Parliament for Holborn and St Pancras.
President of Ukraine who attended a summit in Yerevan.
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The US president's inflammatory words have punctuated the image of unity at this crucial gathering, Security Correspondent Frank Gardner writes.
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