US EditionRubio says US and Europe 'belong together' but warns allies to defend themselves at Munich conference
- On Saturday, February 14, 2026, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio delivered a keynote at the Munich Security Conference, saying the United States and Europe `belong together` and calling for a reinvigorated alliance.
- Amid growing strain, European leaders like Friedrich Merz and Emmanuel Macron urged repairing trust after a year of tensions over U.S. moves such as the Greenland dispute.
- On Saturday, February 14, 2026, Rubio urged allies to increase defence spending and capacity, meeting with Friedrich Merz, Volodymyr Zelenskyy, and Wang Yi to discuss Ukraine and NATO support.
- Observers noted that Rubio's conciliatory tone was met with relief, but analysts warned that inconsistent signals from Washington could undermine reassurance, stressing the need for a consistent message from the highest levels.
- With the Ukraine war in focus, Rubio warned that `We don't know if the Russians are serious about ending the war,` as the conflict nears its fifth year and emphasizes building a European pillar for long-term cohesion.
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Rubio tells Europe it belongs with US, calls it to join Trump's fight
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio sought to reassure a nervous Europe on Saturday, saying that Washington wanted to "revitalise" the transatlantic alliance so that a strong Europe could help the US on its mission of global "renewal".
Europe-US Relations: Rubio was unequivocal about the shared path the US wants to take with Europe. He advocated for European participation…
Rubio tells allies US and Europe 'belong together' amidst global challenges
US Secretary of State Marco Rubio reassures Europe of a strong transatlantic alliance, emphasizing the need for a united front against global challenges. At the Munich Security Conference, Rubio highlights the importance of revitalizing US-European relations amidst past tensions, aiming for a future of shared strength and cooperation.
At the Municipal Security Conference, the Secretary of State of the United States said that the country was planning to "revitalise an old friendship" and strengthen the alliance with Europe.
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