Live Updates: Rubio Emphasizes Shared History With Europe at Munich Security Conference

New York Times - WorldEN 10 min read 100% complete by The New York TimesFebruary 14, 2026 at 11:58 AM

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At the Munich Security Conference on February 14th, Secretary of State Marco Rubio emphasized the historical and spiritual ties between the United States and Europe. Speaking on the second day of the conference, Rubio stated that America and Europe "belong together," highlighting shared history and the intertwined destinies of the two continents. While echoing concerns about Western decline and the need for reform in international institutions, Rubio struck a diplomatic tone, contrasting with previous addresses that criticized European policies. He expressed the U.S.'s desire to collaborate with Europe under President Trump to renew and restore Western strength. Rubio's speech was met with applause and a sense of relief from the audience, signaling a more amicable approach compared to previous U.S. addresses at the conference.

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America 30% Munich 30% Wolfgang Ischinger 40% European Union 40% Ursula von der Leyen 40% UN 50% Donald Trump 60% JD Vance ×360% Munich Security Conference ×270% United States ×480% Europe ×680% Marco Rubio ×790%

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us-europe relations 100% munich security conference 90% shared history 80% western decline 70% international rules-based order 60% trump administration 50% marco rubio 50% mass migration 40% civilizational erasure 40%