Europe’s Reaction to Rubio: Relief, Up to a Point

New York Times - WorldCenter-LeftEN 3 min read 100% complete by Jeanna SmialekFebruary 14, 2026 at 12:06 PM

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At the 2026 Munich Security Conference, U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio delivered a speech calling for a stronger Europe while also warning against "mass migration." European leaders expressed relief at Rubio's less confrontational tone compared to Vice President JD Vance's critical remarks at the previous year's conference. However, despite the improved tone, European officials noted that Rubio's core message echoed similar themes, suggesting a continued shift in the transatlantic relationship under President Trump's second term. Some European leaders emphasized the need for greater European independence and cooperation, highlighting the divergence in perspectives between the U.S. and Europe on global challenges and interests. The conference underscored the evolving dynamics of the transatlantic alliance.

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European Council on Foreign Relations 30% Lithuania 40% Carl Bildt 40% Donald Trump 40% Gabrielius Landsbergis ×250% European Commission 50% United States 60% Ursula von der Leyen 60% JD Vance ×470% Europe ×280% Munich Security Conference ×280% Marco Rubio ×790%

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marco rubio 90% trans-atlantic relationship 80% european leaders 70% munich security conference 70% common interests 60% u.s. foreign policy 60% jd vance 50% mass migration 40% civilizational erasure 40%

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Europe

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