This year’s NATO summit in Ankara is anticipated to be marked by tense negotiations, with the United States expected to strongly pressure European allies. According to international relations expert Vlastislav Bříza, domestic political disputes within countries like the Czech Republic regarding summit representation are secondary to preparing for this anticipated pressure. The US is reportedly angered by what it perceives as insufficient European contributions to collective security. Bříza warned of a significant push from Washington for increased European commitment. The nature of these demands remains unspecified, but the overall tone is expected to be critical. The summit will likely focus on burden-sharing and strengthening the alliance in light of current geopolitical challenges.