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European Leaders Strengthen NATO, Urge Reduced US Reliance

2/15/2026

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In Munich on February 14, 2026, European leaders pledged to strengthen NATO's collective defense.
French President Emmanuel Macron emphasized a "strong Europe" to back the effort.
Keir Starmer, the UK leader, urged Europe to reduce defense reliance on the United States.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte reported Russian losses in Ukraine and warned the war harms Russia.
Volodymyr Zelensky, Ukrainian President, expressed readiness for peace talks but doubted Russia's willingness.

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In Munich on February 14, 2026, European leaders pledged to strengthen NATO's collective defense.
French President Emmanuel Macron emphasized a "strong Europe" to back the effort.
Keir Starmer, the UK leader, urged Europe to reduce defense reliance on the United States.
NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte reported Russian losses in Ukraine and warned the war harms Russia.
Volodymyr Zelensky, Ukrainian President, expressed readiness for peace talks but doubted Russia's willingness.