NATO Summit: Germany Pledges More Aid to Ukraine, Russia 'Has No Chance'

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz reaffirmed Germany's commitment to supporting Ukraine, declaring that Russia "has no chance" of achieving victory in the ongoing conflict. Speaking at the start of the second day of the NATO summit in Ankara, Merz asserted that Russian President Vladimir Putin would not reach his war objectives. He emphasized that ending the war sooner would benefit Europe, Russia, and global peace.

The NATO summit in Ankara is taking place against a backdrop of heightened international tensions. The conflict between Iran and the U.S. has escalated, with Iran launching attacks on Kuwait and Bahrain following U.S. strikes. NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte addressed the situation, stating that the recent U.S. attacks on Iran were "absolutely necessary."

Adding to the summit's complexities, U.S. President Donald Trump has renewed his claims on Greenland, a move that has been firmly rejected by Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen. Frederiksen reiterated that Greenland is not for sale and expressed hope that all allies would respect the self-determination of Greenland's population.

The summit's agenda includes discussions on defense spending, continued support for Ukraine, and addressing U.S. demands related to the Iran conflict. Key events include meetings between President Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, as well as press conferences by NATO Secretary General Rutte and Chancellor Merz.