13 minutes agoSummit NATO Launches With Added Security Measures, Kosovo Without Representatives at Meeting
Periskopi(2 hours ago)
(2 hours ago)NATO opens the summit in Ankara under increased security measures, while international media representatives have already been accredited and have started the first reports by one of the most important events of the Atlantic Alliance.
Summit NATO in the Turkish capital is being held in a controlled security atmosphere, with strict measures and bans on public gatherings in Ankara.
As Telegrafi reported days ago, numerous arrests have been recorded before the summit's launch. According to authorities and reports, a total of 225 persons have been arrested, of whom 178 currently are in custody.
Among those detained reportedly there are human rights activists, representatives of civil society, academics, environmental activists, journalists and students. A two-week ban on public gatherings is in effect in Ankara.
Leaders of Alliance member states, dozens of state officials, ministers, top diplomats and representatives of international organisations are expected to participate in the summit.
Focusing on discussions will be increased defence investments, support for Ukraine, new military technologies, and strengthening co-operation among allies.
According to Ankara's Telegraph report, the Western Balkans are not expected to be the focus of this summit, while there are no representatives from Kosovo, Bosnia and Herzegovina or Serbia in this year's work.
