NATO Leaders Gather Amid Uncertainty and Division

NATO marks its 75th anniversary amidst political chaos and uncertainty. The upcoming summit is expected to be overshadowed by concerns over President Joe Biden's ability to secure a second term, potentially paving the way for Donald Trump's return as president. This uncertainty comes at a time when NATO is reinvigorated in response to Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Meanwhile, European countries are grappling with their own issues related to far-right populism, particularly in France and Hungary. French President Emmanuel Macron will be absent from the summit on July 9, highlighting the degree to which Europeans within the alliance are weakened by internal divisions.