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Transatlantic Leaders Urge Trust Amid Global Tensions

2/13/2026

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Friedrich Merz calls on the United States and Europe to rebuild trust amid rising global tensions, urging a renewed transatlantic partnership and stronger NATO cooperation.
Marco Rubio leads a significant U.S. delegation at the Munich Security Conference, underscoring ongoing engagement in transatlantic relations.
The conference contrasts with JD Vance’s remarks last year as European leaders express willingness to improve relations and empower the European Union (EU) in global security.

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Friedrich Merz calls on the United States and Europe to rebuild trust amid rising global tensions, urging a renewed transatlantic partnership and stronger NATO cooperation.
Marco Rubio leads a significant U.S. delegation at the Munich Security Conference, underscoring ongoing engagement in transatlantic relations.
The conference contrasts with JD Vance’s remarks last year as European leaders express willingness to improve relations and empower the European Union (EU) in global security.