Daily Brief: Morning — July 7, 2026

The Piaz — Daily Brief & Weekend Edition · Jul 7, 2026 · 4m

The Piaz Morning Brief for Tuesday, July 7, 2026. 7 stories, independent analysis, no ads and no lobby money. European NATO nations are increasing their defense expenditures, channeling billions into United States and European arms manufacturers. The Financial Times reports this move comes in an apparent effort to appease the Trump administration. In this brief: 1. NATO Members Boost Military Spending in Bid to Appease Trump Administration (Financial Times - World) 2. Trump Arrives in Turkey Amid NATO Tensions, F-35 Deal on Agenda (The Hill) 3. Trump Meets Erdogan Amidst NATO Tensions…