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Marco Rubio Warns Europe of New Era in Geopolitics Ahead of Munich Security Conference. Marco Rubio warned Europe of a "new era" in geopolitics as he prepares to lead the US delegation at the Munich Security Conference. Rubio highlighted the need for Europe to re-examine its role in a rapidly changing world, with major topics including the war in Ukraine and tensions with China on the agenda. French President Emmanuel Macron has stressed Europe must prepare for independence from the US, amid increasing strains in the transatlantic relationship. The conference will also address concerns over the future of NATO, particularly as US commitments to the alliance have been questioned following Donald Trump's threats to annex Greenland. An open letter from former US ambassadors to NATO called for continued support of the Western alliance, emphasizing NATO's importance for US power and influence. Rubio is expected to adopt a more diplomatic tone than his predecessor JD Vance, who had caused significant transatlantic tensions with his harsh rhetoric last year. Key figures like German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and French President Emmanuel Macron will also address the conference, discussing NATO’s future and the evolving US-Europe relationship.
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