Rubio blasts ‘world without borders’ fantasy, warns mass migration threatens Western civilization

Fox News - WorldCenter-RightEN 3 min read 100% complete by Sophia ComptonFebruary 14, 2026 at 08:14 PM

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Speaking at the Munich Security Conference, Secretary of State Marco Rubio criticized the idea of a "world without borders," arguing that mass migration poses a threat to Western civilization and national sovereignty. He stated that the post-Cold War belief in fading borders was a "dangerous delusion" that ignored human nature and history. Rubio emphasized that border security is a fundamental act of national sovereignty, not xenophobia, and is crucial for societal cohesion and cultural continuity. He warned that failing to control borders threatens the fabric of societies and the survival of Western civilization. Rubio also outlined the U.S.'s desire to rebuild its alliance with Europe, seeking allies who are proud of their culture and heritage and willing to defend their civilization.

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NATO 40% Donald Trump 50% Munich Security Conference 60% Europe ×370% United States ×380% Marco Rubio ×590%

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mass migration 90% western civilization 90% national sovereignty 80% border security 80% national borders 70% marco rubio 70% munich security conference 60% cultural cohesion 60% donald trump 50% alliance with europe 50%