Marco Rubio announced on Wednesday that U.S. President Donald Trump will attend the upcoming NATO summit in Türkiye scheduled for July, while urging a comprehensive overhaul of the alliance.
Speaking before a parliamentary committee, Rubio said the president “will personally attend the next NATO summit, which needs major changes,” signaling a push for significant reforms within the transatlantic security bloc.
The announcement highlights Washington’s renewed focus on reshaping the priorities and structure of the NATO as member states prepare for key discussions on defense spending, burden-sharing, and global security challenges.
According to news reports the upcoming summit is expected to bring together allied leaders to address ongoing geopolitical tensions and reassess the alliance’s strategic direction.
