Originally, it was supposed to be a NATO foreign ministers' meeting to plan a birthday party. But at 75, the same alliance that just a few years ago wondered whether it had outlived its purpose, now has to instead figure out how to quickly take on more responsibility. Up until now, the United States led efforts to arm Ukraine. But the eventuality of a return of Donald Trump has members – including the current administration in Washington – preferring that NATO HQ safeguard that remit.
We ask about plans to Trump-proof the military alliance in the face of a Russia that's expected to go on the offensive in Ukraine.
On that score, we ask about Kyiv's battle plan, its lowering of the conscription age from 27 to 25…and what a long war means for the whole of Europe.
Produced by Alessandro Xenos, Rebecca Gnignati and Imen Mellaz.
