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AP Exclusive: NATO deputy commander wants Turkey summit to spur more defense spending and show unity
By Emma Burrows, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· June 26, 2026
· 6 min read
NATO's deputy commander told The Associated Press that he wants a summit in Turkey to spur member countries to spend more on defense, reaffirm support for Ukraine and underline the unity of the alliance. Air Chief Marshal John Stringer, NATO Deputy Supreme Allied Commander in Europe, spoke to AP ...
Key takeaway Air Chief Marshal John Stringer, NATO Deputy Supreme Allied Commander in Europe, spoke to AP in London less than two weeks before the crucial Ankara summit on July 7-8 tests the cohesion of the 77-year-old alliance.
Why this matters in Alamo Heights News
As the NATO summit approaches, Alamo Heights residents with ties to the military may be watching with interest, given the city's proximity to several major military installations in the San Antonio area. The summit's focus on defense spending and unity is particularly relevant to this community, where many families have a personal stake in the strength and stability of the alliance. With the US playing a key role in NATO, the mixed signals from the Trump administration may be causing concern among local military personnel and their families, who value the alliance's commitment to collective defense. As European nations step up their defense spending, it will be worth monitoring how this shift affects the local military landscape, including potential impacts on bases and personnel in the San Antonio area.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
Reading time: 6 min
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