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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