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European Leaders Stress National Security Amid Global Turmoil

2/13/2026

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European leaders, including NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, urge voters to prioritize national security amid global challenges.
The Munich Security Conference is a crucial platform for dialogue, contrasting with the World Economic Forum in Davos.
Geopolitical conflict, economic uncertainty, and technological acceleration are reshaping leadership dynamics.
Leadership is increasingly emerging from the private sector and civil society as these entities navigate global issues.

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European leaders, including NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte and German Chancellor Friedrich Merz, urge voters to prioritize national security amid global challenges.
The Munich Security Conference is a crucial platform for dialogue, contrasting with the World Economic Forum in Davos.
Geopolitical conflict, economic uncertainty, and technological acceleration are reshaping leadership dynamics.
Leadership is increasingly emerging from the private sector and civil society as these entities navigate global issues.