European allies can boost NATO unity at the Ankara summit by accelerating eastern flank deterrence

European allies aim to enhance NATO unity during the Ankara summit by accelerating deterrence on the eastern flank. This strategy involves agreeing to station full-strength combat brigades within each of the Baltic states to prevent potential Russian aggression. Simultaneously, European countries are hopeful that Erdogan can manage Trump to ensure the summit remains stable and avoid chaos, focusing on the strategic deployment of forces to secure the region against external threats during the high-level diplomatic gathering.